John Herring

A senior leader with 25 years’ experience in the NHS, wider public services, charitable and private sectors, John has expertise in strategic, operational and clinical leadership, and building networks and systems of organisations to deliver collectively.

His previous work includes development of the Health and Care Strategy and People and Culture Strategy for Greater Manchester, and working with the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter to  bring onboard 23 health and care members, including NHS Trusts and award-winning GP Surgeries. 

He was awarded leader of the year 2024 by the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter and Greater Manchester mayor for demonstration of leadership skills and working systemically across heath and care.

He is currently the chair of an arts sector charity, trustee for the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity and an associate consultant with Affina OD.