Craig Cheney

Managing Partner - Public Sector & Education

With over 25 years of experience across both the public and private sectors, Craig is our Managing Partner for Public Sector & Education. 


Between 2016-2024, Craig held the position of Deputy Mayor of Bristol, serving in the Mayor’s cabinet with responsibility for Finance, City Economy, Culture, and Property. 


From this successful public role, that included leading on the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as his contribution to the Local Government Association, Craig has both hands-on experience and a deep understanding of business transformation in the public sector. 


He is a natural leader who excels at collaboration, business transformation, and strategic thinking. 


Craig has two children and coaches a youth cricket team. He also enjoys reading, theatre, and walking.

Industry insights


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by Scott Armstrong 27 March 2026
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Yello and turquoise neon lights.
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International consulting firm, Cambridge Management Consulting has acquired telecommunications cost-reduction specialist, The Carrier Club, strengthening its ability to help organisations reduce their telecoms and network infrastructure costs.
Pembroke College lawn bathed in sunlight
by Tim Passingham 12 March 2026
CAMBRIDGE | See how Cambridge MC and Pembroke College are creating mutual value through a unique corporate partnership spanning student opportunities, academic collaboration and industry events | READ FULL CASE STUDY
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by Simon Crimp 9 March 2026
Cyber Security | Ransomware in 2026 is a board-level resilience issue. Learn the key risks, weak spots and practical questions boards should ask to improve readiness, recovery and response.
The Top 21.2026 at the awards event in Cambridge, UK.
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The #21toWatch Top21.2026 winners have been announced at an awards ceremony at The Glasshouse innovation hub in Cambridge.
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