Professional background
From AI analytics to computational ecology.
Although the subject matter has changed, the underlying approach remains similar. I identify meaningful signals in complex systems, develop quantitative methods to understand them, and build tools that make the resulting evidence easier to interpret and use.
Advisory · NED · Trustee
Strategy, governance and stakeholder communication.
I support organisations with strategy, governance and stakeholder communication through consultancy, non-executive director and trustee roles.
Recent work includes NED positions at two start-ups, advising a multinational corporate affairs agency on embedding AI in its solutions portfolio, and supporting several biodiversity start-ups ahead of seed funding.
alva, now part of Penta Group
I co-founded alva Reputation Analysis, an AI-led analytics business that helped organisations understand how they were perceived across large and fragmented information environments.
The central challenge was to make an intangible concept measurable. I designed and modelled the core reputation and ESG methodologies, combining large-scale media and stakeholder data into structured evidence that clients could use to understand risk, performance and change.
Alongside the analytical work, I helped build the company from start-up, led the UK business, developed its marketing and thought-leadership platform, restructured operations and managed senior relationships with major international clients including PwC, Roche, Anglo American, Marks & Spencer, AstraZeneca and BAE Systems.
My research and analysis appeared in outlets including the BBC, Bloomberg, The Times, The i and The Daily Telegraph. The experience continues to shape how I approach ecological research: careful problem definition, transparent methodology and a strong emphasis on outputs that can be used beyond the original analysis.
PhD in Ecology
Fully funded doctoral research developing computational models to predict how temperate forest communities, functional traits and ecosystem properties may change under future climates.
Ecological monitoring consultant
Acoustic and visual bat surveys, including transects and emergence surveys using bioacoustic loggers, infrared cameras and thermal imaging.
MSc Ecology and Data Science — Distinction
Research focused on transfer learning and bioacoustic analysis of forest elephant vocalisations. Awarded Student of the Year and included on the Dean’s List.
Ecological survey and monitoring
Field, acoustic and image-based monitoring involving bats, butterflies, mammals, birds, elephants and chalk-grassland indicator plants for organisations including the National Trust, Bat Conservation Trust and Chilterns National Landscape.
Scientific design and analysis
Ecological modelling, machine learning, uncertainty analysis and scientific publication.
Methods and products
Translating analytical concepts into reproducible workflows, software and user-facing tools.
Teams and organisations
Building businesses, leading multidisciplinary teams and working with senior stakeholders.
Evidence for decisions
Framing technical work around real users, operational constraints and practical outcomes.
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