Jonathan Gaukroger BA (Hons)
Senior Consultant
One of the most highly rated and experienced specialist consultants in the industry, over his eight years at KKP Jonathan has built a first class national reputation delivering high quality PPS needs assessments and strategies for local authority and NGB clients.
Balancing experience, expertise and enthusiasm, he leads on a wide range assignments delivering supply and demand assessments, consultation and strategy development. His analytical expertise has come to the fore in database generation and improvement work - he was instrumental in the creation of the England Hockey National Facilities Strategy database and is currently leading on development of KKP's innovative new national playing pitch facilities database. His work organisation is excellent and is accompanied by development of excellent client and partner relationships.
A key personal strength is his humour and perseverance; built upon his several successful years working in retail. His expertise is also enhanced by his prior role with Burnley FC where he worked as a facilities and accommodation officer developing strong customer relationship skills and understanding of a growing sports business.
Having been part of the first cohort of students which graduated from the UCFB - with a Degree in Football Business and Media - he has also acquired work experience in World famous footballing institutes, such as Wembley Stadium (and Turf Moor!) while volunteering at his local grassroots football club means that he fully understands the work done and pressure faced by grassroots clubs.
Key work areas:
- Playing pitch strategies
- Needs assessments
- NGB national facility strategies
- Community consultation
Email:
jonathan.gaukroger@kkp.co.uk