With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the apprenticeship sector, Ryan is a seasoned Business Development Director at Learning Curve Group. He specialises in forging strategic partnerships with large corporate employers to drive impactful workforce development.

Ryan is an expert in helping organisations fully leverage their apprenticeship levy, aligning talent strategies with long-term business goals. His extensive track record includes supporting major employers across the retail, e-commerce, and logistics sectors, delivering tailored solutions that enhance skills, boost retention, and future-proof businesses.

At Learning Curve Group, Ryan drives the strategic approach to employer engagement across the Business Professions sector, collaborating with partners to address changing workforce needs through high-quality, industry-focused apprenticeship programmes.

Lee Hughes is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in apprenticeships and management. Currently, he serves as the Head of Apprenticeships at Learning Curve Group, a position he has held since July 2022. In this role, Lee oversees apprenticeship programs nationwide, driving growth and ensuring the delivery of high-quality training solutions that meet the needs of both learners and employers.

Prior to his current role, Lee was an Area Manager at Learning Curve Group from February 2021 to July 2022, where he managed operations across England, enhancing the effectiveness and reach of the company’s training programs. His strategic oversight was crucial in streamlining processes and improving overall program outcomes.

Lee's expertise in apprenticeship management is further highlighted by his tenure at Logistics UK Training, where he worked as an Apprenticeship Manager from October 2020 to February 2021. During this period, he managed apprenticeship programs, ensuring they met industry standards and provided valuable skills to learners.

Lee's long-standing relationship with Learning Curve Group includes an earlier stint as an Area Manager from November 2019 to October 2020. Additionally, from August 2017 to November 2019, he worked as a Level 5 Assessor in Operational Management, delivering management qualifications and conducting workshops for NHS team leaders and senior managers. His role involved assessing competencies, skills, and behaviors, as well as enhancing the knowledge of participants.

From May 2017 to November 2019, Lee operated as a self-employed Director at Quality Training and Development in Grimsby, providing consultancy and end-point assessment services. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to quality training underscore his commitment to developing effective learning solutions.

Lee’s career also includes significant roles at NCC Professional and NCC Skills, where he served as a Regional Manager and Regional Trainer, respectively. At NCC Professional, from January 2015 to April 2017, he managed regional training programs, and at NCC Skills, he delivered targeted training across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and Humberside.

Earlier in his career, Lee was a Programme Leader at Bishop Burton College from October 2014 to March 2015, where he led educational programs and facilitated learning in various disciplines. He also has substantial experience in the financial sector, having worked as a Banking Advisor at Halifax from March 2010 to October 2014, where he provided expert advice and support to clients.

Lee Hughes's extensive experience and strategic acumen in apprenticeship and management roles, combined with his unwavering commitment to client satisfaction and innovative solutions, make him a valuable asset in driving growth and creating value for organisations.