Will Stewart BSc (Hons)
Research Consultant
Will works in the KKP team delivering needs assessments for its playing pitch, indoor and outdoor sports facilities strategy portfolios. Current/previous local authority needs assessment/strategy clients – for PPS and/or indoor and built sports facilities needs assessments and strategies include Breckland, Castle Point, Thurrock, North Yorkshire and the combined authorities’ assignment for Stevenage, East Hertfordshire and North Hertfordshire.
He joined KKP having graduated with a first-class honours degree in sports development with coaching from Sheffield Hallam University. While at university, he conducted research in partnership with Sheffield City Trust to research the impact of leisure facilities on children’s participation in physical activity, and emphasising the need for accessible opportunities in sport. This project deepened his understanding of leisure facility operations, while enhancing his research, presentation, and communication skills.
Will also brings prior ‘hands-on’ experience working for Sheffield City Trust. There he gained invaluable understanding of facility standards and operations and practical industry knowledge. Before this, roles in retail strengthened his communication, teamwork, and leadership skills, equipping him to collaborate effectively with a range of parties.
His wide range of personal sporting interests also enable him to deliver quality insight into a wide range of sports.
Specialist areas:
- Local authority sports provision
- Data collection, input, and analysis
- Site audit assessments
- Community consultation
- Playing pitch, indoor and outdoor sport strategies
- Needs assessments
Email:
will.stewart@kkp.co.uk
