Isobel Thomas | Head of Community Partnerships
Good Things Foundation

Isobel has 20 years experience of developing partnerships for greater social inclusion. At Good Things Foundation, she is focused on supporting partners to tackle digital exclusion. Her work involves building strategic alliances with regional and local government and charity partners to reach and support people who are experiencing digital exclusion.

Good Things Foundation, the UK’s leading digital inclusion charity, works to ensure everyone can participate in our digital society and improve their quality of life.

Appearances:

Connected Britain 2026 - Day 1 @ 16:50

Place leadership in a digital Britain: Are local authorities ready for what’s next?

What does strong place leadership look like in a digitally enabled future?
How can authorities better align with local objectives and national goals?
What skills, governance and cultural shifts are still required within councils?
What should local government be focusing on next to deliver long term impact for communities?

John Duncan, Connected Places Lead, Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Isobel Thomas, Head of Community Partnerships, Good Things Foundation