Michael Wood is the Head of Health Economic Partnerships at the NHS Confederation. This is a role Michael himself created, seeking to support NHS leaders to understand and engage with the social and economic development landscape that is rapidly changing the governance of England. Michael is a respected national leader in this space and routinely publishes briefings and thought leadership, presents on policy developments, represents the service, and advises a range of systems, organisations and individuals on how to develop and deliver impactful strategy. He holds positions on the National Civic University Advisory Panel, AccessHE, the Midlands Engine Health, Care and Life Sciences Board and is a Visiting Fellow of the University of Staffordshire. Follow him at @NHSLocalGrowth