Peter Ramsden is a leading exponent of “economic inclusion” and enterprise led renewal at European level. He is a specialist in enterprise for disadvantaged groups and areas and in particular has focused attention on the role of micro and social enterprises in local economies.

He has wide ranging experience of advising government, local authority and non-governmental organisations on regional and local development, funding and related policy issues.

He is a board member of the East Midlands Development Agency and Director of Freiss Ltd. He is just completing a major evaluation of the UK's Phoenix Development Fund.

 

Fringe meeting : "Microfinance, Structural Funds and the crisis: can a marriage be made in heaven?"