Alastair Da Costa brings a strong, international background of more than 20 years in leadership consulting and team development to the UK interim management team. His keen insight into leadership and business psychology allows him to develop innovative interim talent solutions for clients across sectors, whether they are undergoing significant change or seeking to capitalise on new markets. Professional Focus Over 20 years’ experience developing teams in various sectors across the UK, Asia-Pacific and Middle East Extensive background in executive leadership and board roles, including Chief Executive, Executive Director and Chairman appointments; former corporate lawyer, focused on M&A and finance Sector-specific expertise in professional services, including consulting and legal, as well as financial services, education and non-profit sectors Business Expertise Executive Director of Nicholson McBride, one of Europe’s leading business psychology and leadership consultancies Chairman of Capital City College Group, one of the largest college groups in the UK, formed on the merger of City and Islington and Westminster Kingsway colleges Consultant with international law firm DLA Piper; earlier served as Managing Director, Asia-Pacific and Middle East; Head of International Corporate Practice; Global Board Member; Partner Corporate Lawyer with DLA Piper; international head of financial services practice CEO of Prince’s Trust International, non-profit focused on youth development Practice Expertise Education Financial Services Interim Management Legal Services Not-for-Profit Professional Services Social Impact Education & Certifications MSc in Development Management from The London School of Economics Post Graduate Certificate in Management from Leeds Metropolitan University Bachelor of Laws from University of Leeds (qualified solicitor) Awards & Affiliations Governor Member, London School of Economics Chairman, London-based executive search firm (2016 - 2017) Chairman, Board of Governors, City and Islington College (2014 - 2016)