CEO

Telephone: 07968 323381

Email: geoff.davison@bionow.co.uk

I’m Chief Executive of Bionow having founded the business in 2011 to further represent the interests of the Northern biomedical cluster and enable Bionow members to be the most productive and competitive in the world. Having led the business through establishment I have overall responsibility for all aspects of Bionow and focus on our strategic aim to be the leading biomedical membership organisation in terms of reputation, service and impact. I am regularly invited to advise and comment on industry requirements and represent the Bionow membership both regionally and nationally. I therefore welcome contact with businesses and individuals from across the sector and beyond.

Executive Director Business Development

Telephone: 07545 207896

Email: stella.james@bionow.co.uk

I head up the Business Development function at Bionow working with the Membership Managers and the Bionow team to help Members increase their competitiveness. I manage the relationships, foster collaborations and promote our University Sponsors and Preferred Partners and work closely with many of our larger companies. I also lead on delivery of our Business Support services including our Member networking platform BionowB2B. Your success is our success, so whether it is cost savings, business support, or university and industry engagement that you need, do drop me a line and we will endeavour to meet your needs.

Membership Manager

Telephone: 07841 113163

Email: david.holmes@bionow.co.uk

As Membership Manager for the North East and Yorkshire I am responsible for the recruitment and development of Members within this geographical area. I work with Members to make the most of their Bionow membership through accessing business support services, identifying opportunities for collaboration, event attendance and to gain value through Bionow’s preferred partners. I support Bionow’s relationships with key stakeholders in the region which includes delivering services to our University Sponsors. Whether it is business support, connections, cost savings or university engagement that you need, please drop me a line and we will find a solution for you.

Membership Manager

Telephone: 07850600284

Email: owain.walsh@bionow.co.uk

As a Membership Manager for Bionow, it is my goal to support the further development of members within the network, helping them increase their competitiveness and ultimately get the most from their membership. Working closely with the members, I help by establishing access to business support services, identifying opportunities for collaboration and new connections, event attendance, and promoting value through Bionows' chosen partners and sponsors.

I have a passion for the sciences and life science sector in the North and with previous experience supporting the sector, I’m eager to see it thrive. We constantly review and work to enhance the Bionow member experience so if you are seeking University or Industry engagement, through to possible support with cost savings, then get in touch and let me work to discover a solution for you.

Events manager

Telephone: 07714 168020

Email: matt.daly@bionow.co.uk

I am the Events Manager for Bionow, I am responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and execution of a varied calendar of events ranging from major conferences, networking events to the Bionow annual awards dinner. I coordinate all the technical and logistical elements required for each event with meticulous attention to detail and with over 25 years’ experience managing events both nationally and internationally I use this experience to help create engaging and impactful events that meet the needs of the company and its member organisations.

Financial Controller

Telephone: 0161 232 4574

Email: finance@bionow.co.uk

I'm an AAT qualified accountant with over 14 years experience in various accountancy roles. I joined the Bionow team in November 2013 having worked previously for accountancy practices based in London, Leeds and Manchester. As the Financial Controller I am responsible for ensuring that the financial side of Bionow is running smoothly and efficiently and am the primary contact for any financial questions or queries.

Head of Marketing Communications

Telephone:

Email: claire.siegwart@bionow.co.uk

I support the Bionow team with all their marketing and comms, including event and business promotion, graphic design, video editing, copywriting and Member marketing support. I am responsible for planning, strategising, implementing and monitoring all marcomms campaigns from start to finish, incorporating social media, email, website and third party channels to ensure maximum exposure for Bionow and Member events, initiatives and projects.

Consultant Finance Director

Telephone: 07900 670003

Email: mark@integralfinance.org.uk

I provide financial coaching and support to Bionow, partnering with the team at both a strategic and operational level. We work together as a team to ensure that Bionow provides its members excellent value and is the leading biomedical membership organisation in terms of reputation, service and impact - both now and in the future.