A senior science, health and social care communications professional with a strategic yet creative approach gained from twenty seven years’ experience spanning the public, commercial and charity sectors. I have worked in an agency environment as well as in-house for large, diverse and global organisations. Adept at creating effective communication strategy and leading teams to plan, implement and evaluate – including corporate communications, issues and crisis management, consumer/brand PR, stakeholder relations, internal communications, public affairs, change management, media relations and public awareness campaigns. I also have considerable experience leading digital communications, running an international education programme and leading on public/patient engagement. Having my own communication and coaching business has provided me with further breadth of experience and developed me as an individual. My experience in business and personal coaching influences my leadership style - helping me develop my team more effectively. It also means I am skilled at developing trust and rapport with a wide range of stakeholders, as well playing a cohesive and supportive role within the senior leadership team.