1990s
1990s

Scientific Foundation

PhD in Immunology. Research scientist and senior academic appointments.

Impact: Scientific foundation underpins every venture.
2000
2000

Founded EuroSciCon

Created one of Europe's largest independent life science organisations.

Impact: Connected academia & industry globally.
Outcome: Successful 16-year business.
2005
2005

Founded Mums in Science

Recognised thousands of women leaving STEM after motherhood. Created support community.

Impact: Started global STEM movement.
Outcome: 50,000+ members across 60+ countries.
2006
2006

Life Science Events

Launched innovative events company. Early adopter of livestreamed scientific conferences.

Impact: Pioneered digital scientific events.
Outcome: Hundreds of networking events delivered.
2013
2013

Personal Cancer Diagnosis

Life-changing experience reshaping entrepreneurship. Transformed lived experience into purpose-driven innovation.

Catalyst: Catalyst for mission-led ventures supporting patients and communities.
2013-2021
2013-2021

Familial Dysautonomia UK

Progressive governance roles in national rare disease organisation. Chair (May 2021 – Oct 2021), Vice Chair (Feb 2018 – May 2021), Co-Chair (Feb 2015 – Feb 2016).

Impact: Strategy grounded in scientific evidence.
Outcome: Translated complex science into clear guidance.
2016
2016

Successful Business Exit

Sold EuroSciCon and Life Science Events. Shifted focus from commercial conferences to scalable social enterprises.

Impact: Strategic redirect to mission-led work.
Outcome: Capital exit enabling mission investment.
Cancer Care
2016

Founded Cancer Care Parcel

Created practical support for people living with cancer. Social enterprise investing profits back into cancer support.

Impact: Tangible support and hope for cancer patients.
Outcome: 20,000+ packages | 100+ hospitals.
2018-2022
2018-2022

Community Growth

Mums in Science community expanded rapidly with mentoring programs, career development and global networking initiatives.

Impact: Sustainable STEM support infrastructure.
Outcome: 50,000+ members | 100+ mentors.
2022
2022

Formal Incorporation

Mums in Science Ltd established. Created the legal foundation for international expansion and long-term sustainability.

Impact: Governance structure for global operations.
Outcome: Sustainable platform for global impact.
STEM
2023-2025

Women in STEM Network

Evolution from community to global platform. Empowering women in STEM to connect, grow & lead across disciplines and borders.

Impact: Creating systemic change in STEM participation and leadership.
Outcome: 60+ countries | 50,000+ members | Ongoing global reach.
BEM
2024

British Empire Medal

Awarded for services to women in STEM and families affected by cancer. One of UK's highest civilian honours.

Impact: Recognition of women's empowerment work.
Outcome: UK's highest honour for STEM services.
Rare
2024-2025

Rare Disease Watch

Co-founded evidence-led information platform focused on rare diseases. Designed for clinicians, researchers, patients and policymakers.

Impact: Democratising rare disease information and evidence access.
Outcome: Research | Clinical Trials | Policy & Funding | Treatments | Scientific News.

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