Rachel is a strategic thinker with a scientific background, creative flair, and a 25-year track record in health and medical communications. Directing campaigns for some of the UK’s top communications consultancies, pharmaceutical companies, and health and biotech start-ups, she has developed a diverse skill set encompassing a wide range of communications activities and medical topics.

Rachel’s particular skills are within stakeholder engagement and written communications. In previous roles, she has directed international advocacy development programmes in oncology and atherosclerosis and UK-based campaigns to engage NHS leaders, parliamentarians, and patient and professional organisations in addressing the uptake of new medicines, and scrutinising tobacco and nicotine control policy. Her expertise in written communication has enhanced client profiles and effectively conveyed key messages through educational materials, media coverage, and successful award entries, including a prestigious Prix Galien Medal.