Steve Lancashire, founder, and former CEO of REAch2, the largest primary academy trust in England, has more than 35 years of experience in education, including 20 years as a headteacher. Knighted in 2016 for his significant contributions, he has worked both nationally and internationally as a national leader of education and lead adviser for the UK Department for Education’s London Challenge. Steve specialises in executive coaching, mentoring, and multi-academy trust development. Steve recently authored Reflections on Being the CEO, a book that explores leadership challenges and opportunities in public sector management. Currently, Steve consults as an educational leadership consultant, enhancing leadership skills and strategic capabilities across UK MATs and businesses.