Dave Roberts
Skills and Economic Intelligence Officer
Dave joined the Lancashire Skills Hub in July 2025 and is part of the data team that is responsible for collecting, enhancing and analysing data concerning skills, employment, and the wider economy in Lancashire.
Prior to this, Dave had more than two decades of experience primarily in the mail order retail sector, where he helped to implement CRM platforms to harness data for driving strategic marketing activity. This included segmenting customer groups, and developing campaigns to improve engagement, which in turn helped to boost sales performance and strengthen loyalty.
In his spare time, Dave is a football fan, first and foremost, and as well as attending matches, enjoys compiling stats and to share this knowledge via podcasts. His other interests include cinema, cooking, and genealogy.
Latest Updates and Events
Connect to Work Launch Events Bring Stakeholders Together Across Lancashire
Connect to Work marked a major milestone this month, hosting three successful launch events to celebrate the programme going fully live across Lancashire and strengthen relationships with partners...
Inclusive Recruitment: Strengthening Employer Practice Across Lancashire
The Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub hosted a highly successful Inclusive Recruitment training session on 18th March 2026 at the Samlesbury Hotel, bringing together employers from across the county to explore...
Successful start to Connect to Work: Supporting Lancashire Residents into Employment
Connect to Work, a new employment support initiative fully funded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), has reached its six‑month milestone in Lancashire after launching at...