The VCFSE sector contributes greatly to a local economy - how can this value be recognised as a key part of a growth plan? NAVCA member VONNE have been thinking about this for the Tees Valley Combined Authority Local Growth Plan.

The newly formed Lincolnshire Community and Voluntary Partnership is the culmination of several years of working together by two local infrastructure organisations. There was a long history of joint projects and contracts that moved first to a federation with a single management team and CEO for both organisations, before moving to merger with the advent of a Mayoral Combined Authority and directly elected mayor. Ben Rollet, CEO, and Batul Dungarwalla, Deputy CEO, talk about the process for these changes, the drivers behind decisions and the importance of including staff every step of the way. A 21 minute video that explores how the new organisation is working with the new local devolved structures.

Vicki Hines, CEO of One Walsall, and Mark Davis, CEO of Sandwell CVO, discuss how four local infrastructure organisations agreed to work together. This partnership extends beyond the CEOs to the whole staff of each organisation. It operates over four local authority areas, facilitating cross-border collaboration and enabling larger scale grants and projects to be delivered effectively. Each of the four areas retains its distinctive local identity. A 24 minute video explores the value of a special purpose vehicle.

Garry Jones, CEO of NAVCA member Support Staffordshire, explores the process that led to the creation of a county based local infrastructure organisation, which is also the ACRE member. Garry talks about building trust and relationships, managing uncertainty and supporting staff teams through transitions. He reflects on the importance of working well with trustees and what happens if you don't, and of getting the basics right in quality delivery and service. A 23 minute video.