Alex Hughes

Alex Hughes is the Founder of Citizen Hub and CEO of The Grove, a social infrastructure organisation developing a national network of community hubs across the UK. His work focuses on strengthening belonging, opportunity and economic participation through place based solutions.Over the past decade, Alex has built and supported ventures spanning employment, education, entrepreneurship and community development. His work has engaged thousands of residents, businesses, charities and public sector partners in creating more connected and resilient communities.Alex is a recognised voice on placemaking, social mobility and community led growth. He collaborates with organisations across the UK on building trust, activating local participation and designing social infrastructure that helps people and places thrive together.