Tasha Astill is a Business Growth Manager at UCS College Group, helping employers develop workforce strategies through skills training and professional development. Having completed her own apprenticeship she is a strong advocate for lifelong learning and the transformational impact of skills development. Tasha is also the creator of the Levy Loop initiative, which aims to connect levy-paying organisations with SMEs, expanding access to apprenticeship opportunities, strengthening local skills ecosystems and supporting sustainable economic growth across the region.