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Our Managing Director, Gary Clark, a distinguished member of the Leaders Council, leverages his wealth of industry experience to author insightful and relevant articles. Explore Gary’s expertise showcased in the articles below:
Positive skills reforms could still see specialist industries sidelined, ARC Coachworks boss warns
Delve into the pressing concerns raised by the managing director of ARC Coachworks regarding the Skills and Post-16 Education Act. In this thought-provoking article, discover how the Act’s focus on academic education may sideline specialised industries, hindering talent development and exacerbating skills shortages. Gain insights into the challenges faced by SMEs like ARC Coachworks in accessing skilled talent and explore proposed solutions to bridge the gap between education and industry needs. Published on January 7th, 2023, this article offers a critical examination of workforce development strategies and their implications for both businesses and aspiring workers.
ARC Coachworks managing director discusses skills gap as Labour leader calls for furlough scheme replacement
Discover how ARC Coachworks’ managing director navigates the pressing skills gap in the automotive industry amidst calls for government action. As Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer urges a furlough scheme replacement, delve into the challenges faced by SMEs like ARC Coachworks and the potential solutions proposed to address the skills shortage. Explore the insights shared by Gary Clark, managing director, in The Parliamentary Review, as he outlines the hurdles in recruiting skilled workers and the opportunities emerging amid the current economic landscape. Published on September 15th, 2020, this article provides valuable perspectives on workforce dynamics and industry resilience in the face of unprecedented challenges.