2025 GLOBAL FORUM
CREATING HEALTH THROUGH UNDERSTANDING AND PERSONALISING VALUE

Professor Linda Bauld is one of the UK’s foremost public health experts. She serves as Chief Social Policy Adviser to the Scottish Government, where she provides ministers with strategic, evidence-based advice on social and behavioural science, supporting cross-government efforts to improve population health and reduce inequalities.

At the University of Edinburgh, she holds the Bruce and John Usher Chair in Public Health—the oldest such chair in the UK—and co-directs the Centre for Population Health Sciences. Over the past 25 years, her research has focused on the prevention of non-communicable diseases, including tobacco use, alcohol harm, diet, obesity, and their social determinants. She leads several major research consortia, including SPECTRUM and Behavioural Research UK (BR-UK), addressing the commercial and behavioural drivers of health.

Linda is also a well-known public communicator, frequently called upon by government, media, and international bodies such as the WHO. She was awarded an OBE in 2021 for services to public health and promoting public understanding during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Adele Cahill is a senior healthcare leader with over four decades of experience in the NHS, and a driving force behind the advancement of Value-Based Health Care in Wales. She currently serves as Deputy Director of the Value Transformation Directorate at the NHS Wales Executive and as Assistant Director for Value-Based Health Care at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. Adele also plays a key leadership role within the Welsh Value in Health Centre.

Adele’s early career focused on procurement, where she led national teams across NHS Wales for 30 years. From 2010, she moved into wider strategic leadership roles, supporting system-wide transformation and turnaround programmes. Since 2016, she has been instrumental in embedding value-based approaches across the Welsh health and care system, working in close partnership with clinicians, patients, industry, and the third sector to improve outcomes and deliver better value.

She also chairs the Lymphoedema Wales Clinical Network Programme Board and remains committed to designing healthcare systems that are person-centred, data-driven, and focused on what matters most to people.

Michele Calabrò is the Director of EUREGHA, the European network representing regional and local health authorities. Based in Brussels, he leads the organisation’s work in EU health policy, advocacy, partnerships, and project coordination. Michele is committed to ensuring that regional and local perspectives are embedded in European health policy, with a focus on cross-border collaboration, integrated care, digital transformation, health promotion, and value-based approaches.

With over seven years of experience in EU-level health and digital policy, Michele has previously held senior roles at the European Health Management Association (EHMA), the European Patients’ Forum (EPF), and DIGITALEUROPE. He has contributed to several EU-funded projects, including TO-REACH, IC-Health, SUSTAIN, DigitalHealthEurope, and PERISCOPE.

Michele holds a background in public administration and EU studies and is an active member of health policy networks such as the Young Forum Gastein.

Lexi Cole is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist and the Manager for Partnerships and Events at the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University.
Lexi received her Bachelor of Science in Coordinated Dietetics and a business minor from Texas Christian University and holds two master’s degrees from Tufts University – Master of Science in Agriculture, Food, and the Environment and Master of Public Health in Health Services Management and Policy. During her graduate education, she co-authored two peer-reviewed articles – “The role of agricultural systems in teaching kitchens” and “Proposed nutrition competencies for medical students and physician trainees.” She is also a co-author of the book To Your Taste.
Lexi has worked as a culinary nutrition specialist at To Taste, research assistant and project coordinator at the Teaching Kitchen Collaborative, culinary medicine consultant, private nutrition counsellor, and assistant cross-country coach.
She is committed to empowering individuals and communities to revitalize connections between food, nature, movement, and social engagement to enhance human and planetary health. Originally an Idaho native, Lexi now lives in Boston, Massachusetts, where she enjoys running long distances, crocheting, playing the cello, and baking sourdough and breaking bread with her community.

Alf Collins is a freelance health consultant, providing support to teams and organisations in the implementation of shared decision-making. From 2016 to 2023, he served as NHS England’s National Clinical Director for personalised care, where he played a pivotal role in the implementation of ‘Universal Personalised Care,’ a key initiative outlined in the NHS’s 2019 Long Term Plan. This plan identified shared decision-making as one of five major shifts for the NHS.

During his tenure, Alf led several initiatives in the area of shared decision-making, including the commissioning of national implementation standards, the creation of the Personalised Care Institute—a national training organisation—and the development of a range of decision support tools. He was also the lead author of the ‘Implementing Shared Decision Making’ chapter in the 2025 Oxford Textbook of Shared Decision Making.

In recognition of his contributions to healthcare, Alf has been awarded Honorary Fellowships from the Royal College of Physicians and the Royal College of General Practitioners. He also holds a Visiting Professorship in Healthcare Policy at Coventry University. Additionally, he serves as a Trustee for both Picker Europe and the Patients Association.

Gaylene Coulton has over 20 years’ experience in CEO and Executive roles across primary health, aged care, and community care sectors. She is the current CEO of Eastern Palliative Care (EPC) Ltd, joining in August 2022 and is an Adjunct Associate Professor with La Trobe University School of Psychology and Public Health.

Her career began as a Registered Nurse with a focus on hospice and community palliative care. Gaylene’s passion lies in improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities, and this has seen her career focus on areas such as oncology and palliative care, community and aged care, primary health system reform and population health approaches to mental health, hospital avoidance, chronic disease management, indigenous health, homelessness and alcohol and drugs services.

She excels in providing client-focused services, strategic leadership, and building key stakeholder relationships. Gaylene has developed strategic and innovative partnerships with hospitals, private health insurers, service providers, and universities for system change and better outcome for local and vulnerable communities. She is also a Non-Executive Director of HumanAbility Ltd, an established national Jobs and Skills Council for the health and human services.

Professor Shelley Dolan joined the RMH in August 2023 as Chief Executive. She is a familiar face in the Parkville Precinct, previously serving as the Chief Executive of the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
In her previous roles, Shelley has successfully led large specialist tertiary hospitals in the UK, including as Chief Executive of King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Deputy Chief Executive of the Royal Marsden Hospital.
Shelley is a highly respected clinical and research leader with an impressive track record in healthcare, having successfully led major organisational and cultural change in Victoria and the United Kingdom (UK). Key capabilities include Executive and Non-Executive leadership across national and international bodies, strategy development, delivering excellence in quality and performance, overseeing large capital schemes, and innovative research projects that require engagement with a broad range of stakeholders.

Karen Dwyer serves as the Director of Nephrology and Kidney Care Services at Royal Melbourne Hospital and holds a professorial position at The University of Melbourne. With more than 20 years of expertise in clinical nephrology and five years in lifestyle medicine, her work focuses on prevention, health-span, and well-being. Karen’s practice is characterized by the transformative impact she has on patients, providing state-of-the-art, evidence-based treatments while empowering individuals to actively engage in their own health and wellness. A passionate advocate for gender equity, she is dedicated to ensuring that marginalized communities have access to the highest standard of health care. In addition to her clinical and advocacy work, Karen has a distinguished research career, serving as both a lead investigator and collaborative partner in innovative, solutions-oriented research across diverse and interdisciplinary teams. She is also an active contributor to medical education, from teaching medical students to facilitating peer learning initiatives.

David Eisenberg is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Medical School. In 1979, he became the first US medical student exchanged to the People’s Republic of China. From 2000 to 2010, he served as the Bernard Osher Associate Professor of Medicine and founding Director of Harvard Medical School’s Division for Research and Education in Complementary and Integrative Medical Therapies.

David has advised the US National Institutes of Health and the National Board of Medical Examiners. He founded the Teaching Kitchen Collaborative—a network of 68 organizations dedicated to advancing best practices in nutrition, culinary, and lifestyle education (www.teachingkitchens.org).

As the son and grandson of professional bakers, David aims to bridge the culinary and medical worlds to improve human and planetary health.

Graham Ellis serves as Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Scotland, bringing a wealth of experience in health policy, clinical leadership, and innovative models of care. A consultant geriatrician by background, he has played a central role in shaping care for older people in Scotland and was instrumental in establishing the country’s first Hospital at Home service.

Graham has advised on ageing and health at national level and is widely recognised for his contributions to the development of safe, person-centred healthcare systems. In addition to his government role, he holds an Honorary Professorship at Glasgow Caledonian University. His work continues to focus on improving outcomes for vulnerable populations and driving forward value-based, integrated care across Scotland’s health services.

Caroline Elston is a distinguished Consultant in Adult Cystic Fibrosis and Respiratory Medicine at King’s College Hospital in London. She was the Site Medical Director for the Denmark Hill campus until recently playing a pivotal role in overseeing clinical operations and advancing patient care initiatives and has now taken on the role of associate medical director and responsible officer.

With a robust background in cystic fibrosis (CF) care, Caroline founded the UK Cystic Fibrosis Medical Association, and was chair until 2023, representing physicians dedicated to CF treatment across the UK. Her journey into CF care began with a foundation in nutrition and dietetics, which she later complemented with medical training, allowing her to integrate multidisciplinary approaches into her practice.

Caroline is also actively involved in research, contributing to studies on gastrointestinal complications in CF and the assessment of exercise capacity in CF patients.

Beyond her clinical and research endeavours, Caroline has been instrumental in strategic initiatives at King’s College Hospital, including the “Modernising Medicine” programme aimed at enhancing acute and emergency medical services.

Arie Franx is a member of the steering committee on Value-Based Health Care at Erasmus Medical Center, Netherlands. He works on Value-Based Health Care with the Netherlands Federation of University Medical Centers, the Dutch Ministry of Health, and the Netherlands Healthcare Institute. He was the chair of the global ICHOM Working Group developing the Pregnancy and Childbirth Standard Set of outcomes.
Arie is co-founder and co-chairman of the Linnean Initiative (www.linnean.nl), a nationwide multidisciplinary network aiming to accelerate the implementation of Value-Based Health Care in the Netherlands.
Arie holds an MD degree from the Free University in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and a PhD degree from the University of Utrecht, Netherlands.

Gary Gillespie has served as the Chief Economist and Director of the Scottish Government since 2011. In this role, he provides strategic economic advice to the First Minister and Scottish Ministers, regularly publishes assessments of the Scottish economy, and leads Scotland’s engagement with the Wellbeing Economy Governments (WEGo) network.

Prior to joining the civil service in 2000, Gary worked at the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde, specialising in regional economic modelling and foreign direct investment.

Gary is committed to enhancing policymaking through robust evidence and data, playing a key role in initiatives such as the Centre of Expertise in Appraisal and Evaluation. His contributions to economics have been recognised through honorary and visiting professorships at Glasgow Caledonian University and the University of Strathclyde, respectively, and he was appointed a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in 2017.

Veronica Graham is a respected public health leader with over 20 years’ experience in population and public health, systems leadership, and policy development. Based in Victoria, Australia, she currently leads population health initiatives at the Western Public Health Unit, Western Health, with a strong focus on primary prevention — including food systems and healthy eating, tobacco harm reduction, and addressing the health impacts of climate change.

Veronica holds adjunct academic appointments at the University of Melbourne and Deakin University, and has helped shape public health strategy at both state and national levels through roles in the Victorian Department of Health and advisory contributions to organisations such as VicHealth and the National Health and Medical Research Council. A passionate advocate for prevention, she champions collaborative, community-driven approaches to tackling health inequities and improving long-term health outcomes.

Jonathan Hearsey brings extensive expertise in NHS service improvement, change management, healthcare regulation, and non-executive board leadership. He has a particular interest in advancing healthcare models that strengthen collaboration between patients and partner organisations.

He currently serves as Clinical Director at Camden MSK, a partnership led by University College London Hospitals that delivers integrated musculoskeletal care across the London Borough of Camden. He also plays a key leadership role in system development for the North Central London Integrated Care System.

From 2020 to 2022, he served as a consultant to the Premier League, advising on health compliance and protection matters.

Adam Heathfield has accumulated over a decade of experience at Pfizer, where he currently serves as a Senior Director in the Access Innovation Centre. In his previous role, he held the position of Senior Director at the Global Health and Value Innovation Centre at Pfizer. From 2007 to 2012, Adam worked in Pfizer’s international policy division, leading the company’s efforts on science policy in Europe for several years. His journey with Pfizer began as part of the government affairs team in the UK, where he focused on health care reform and health economics. Before joining Pfizer, Adam held various roles in government and public sector organizations, including positions at the Prime Minister’s Strategy Unit, the House of Lords Science and Technology Committee, and the Commission for Patient and Public Involvement in Health. Prior to his engagement in public policy, Adam spent three years as a post-doctoral researcher at the Space Science Department of the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxfordshire. Adam holds a Ph.D. in chemistry and climate change.

Professor Martina Hennessy is a leading clinical pharmacologist and consultant physician based at St James’s Hospital in Dublin. She serves as Clinical Director of the Wellcome-HRB Clinical Research Facility, where she oversees pioneering clinical trials in areas such as gene therapy and CAR T-cell therapy.

As Associate Professor and Director of Internship at Trinity College Dublin’s School of Medicine, Martina is deeply involved in medical education and training. Since January 2023, she has also served as Chief Academic Officer for the Dublin Midlands Hospital Group, supporting academic and clinical excellence across seven hospitals serving over one million people.

Her clinical expertise spans hypertension, cardiovascular risk management, and medication safety, while her research focuses on antiretroviral pharmacology, medical education, and international health development. Martina’s work continues to drive innovation in clinical research and education in Ireland, with a strong emphasis on research translation that will contribute significantly to the Forum’s focus on creating value through personalised, value-driven healthcare.

Gerry Hughes is the Research Synergies Manager at St James’s Hospital, Dublin, where he plays a pivotal role in driving collaboration across clinical, academic, and industry partners to advance impactful health research and innovation. With more than a decade of experience at St James’s, Gerry has been instrumental in strengthening research infrastructure and fostering strategic partnerships that translate into improved patient outcomes.

Previously, Gerry held the role of Research & Innovation Programme Manager and also served as a Clinical Pharmacist within the hospital’s Research & Innovation Directorate. He earned his PhD in Clinical Medicine from Trinity College Dublin, where his research focused on optimising medication use and improving healthcare delivery through evidence-based practice.

His work centres on connecting multidisciplinary teams and aligning research with real-world clinical priorities. Gerry is particularly passionate about supporting research that informs integrated care models, accelerates the adoption of innovation in practice, and ultimately enhances both patient and system-level outcomes.

By bridging gaps between researchers, clinicians, and stakeholders, Gerry contributes to a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the Irish healthcare system. His leadership ensures that St James’s Hospital remains at the forefront of person-centred, research-informed care.

Thomas Kelley is current CEO of Sprink. Prior to this role, between 2018 and 2019, he was the National Clinical Advisor on Value- Based Health Care (VBHC) for the Welsh Government. Between 2013 and 2018 he worked at the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM). He established the London office in 2014 and subsequently led ICHOM’s work in the EMEA region between 2014 and 2017. In 2017 he took overall responsibility for ICHOM’s day-to-day operations across its London and Boston offices. He also had global responsibility for ICHOM’s strategic partnerships. Prior to working at ICHOM he practiced as a physician at Oxford University Hospitals (OUH). He received his BSc and MD from the University of Manchester, UK and MBA from the University of Oxford, UK.

Catherine Labinjoh serves as a general cardiologist in NHS Forth Valley and holds the position of National Clinical Advisor for Realistic Medicine with the Scottish Government. In this role, she emphasizes shared decision-making between healthcare professionals and patients, promoting care tailored to individual needs and preferences. Additionally, she acts as the clinical lead for the Quality Improvement Hub in Forth Valley.
Catherine is an elected member of the Council of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh, representing Tayside and Central Scotland. She plays a crucial role in the College’s Equality, Diversity, and Inclusivity Committee and serves as the clinical lead for Enhance, the College’s mentoring programme.

Sally Lewis, founder of Kintsugi International, is a globally recognised leader In Value-Based Health Care (VBHC). With a career spanning over 30 years as a general practitioner, medical leader, and policy advisor, she has dedicated herself to transforming healthcare systems across the world.

As the former National Clinical Director for Value-Based and Prudent Healthcare at NHS Wales, and founder of the internationally renowned Welsh Value in Health Centre, Sally has been at the forefront of VBHC implementation. Her contributions have had a lasting impact on health system transformation globally and have been recognised by leading institutions including the World Economic Forum, Harvard Business School, Bertelsmann Stiftung, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Health Technology Assessment international (HTAi), and the Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association.

In addition to her leadership roles, Professor Lewis practised as a GP for 24 years, managing a medical practice in South Wales. She now teaches the principles of Value-Based Health Care to diverse audiences around the world—from undergraduate students to senior executives.

Responsible for leading the execution of the activities of the Global Centre for Healthy Food Environments.

In addition to Ed’s work at Sprink, he also works as a General Practitioner (Primary Care Physician) in west London. 

He combined his postgraduate medical training with academic posts at Oxford University and Imperial College London. At the latter he was Module Development Co-Lead of ‘Lifestyle Medicine and Prevention’, the UK’s first mandatory lifestyle medicine course for medical students.  

Between 2015 and 2016 he was Clinical Fellow to the National Medical Director at NHS England, leading and advising on a range of policy issues. 

He holds degrees in Medicine and Genetics from the University of Manchester and has a Master of Public Health from Harvard University, where he was a Kennedy Scholar.

Muireann McAlister is a trained Pharmacist with over 25 years of experience in the research-based BioPharma industry. She began her career in Clinical Research, coordinating international clinical trials across a range of therapeutic areas. She later transitioned into commercial roles, progressing through Brand and Portfolio Management to eventually lead the Specialty Care business unit at AstraZeneca.
After working as an independent consultant, Muireann shifted her focus in the mid-2000s to health economics and market access. She joined Pfizer in late 2016 as Market Access Director and, in mid-2023, moved into a global role within Pfizer Global Access & Value, where she is responsible for Regional Access & Value across International Development Markets.
Muireann is deeply committed to collaborating with stakeholders to enhance health outcomes and improve patient access. She is passionate about the transformative power of science to benefit both patients and health care professionals.

Stefanie Mikolaizak is an experienced research professional with a strong foundation in public health, community medicine, health economics, and physiotherapy. With over 15 years of experience, she began her career as a physiotherapist and has since led major research initiatives across Europe and Australia. Her work has focused on falls prevention, fracture research, dementia, and healthy ageing, including leadership roles in Horizon 2020 and Innovative Medicines Initiative (IMI) projects involving coordination across 15 European countries. These experiences have deepened her commitment to meaningful, cross-disciplinary research.

Currently serving as Market Access and Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR) Manager at AbbVie, Stefanie brings together her clinical and research expertise to drive real-world impact. She develops strategic pricing and reimbursement approaches, using HEOR to support timely patient access to innovative treatments. Her leadership spans HEOR projects in Specialty Care, Oncology, and Immunology, generating evidence that complements clinical trials and supports global decision-making.

With over 60 peer-reviewed publications and numerous international presentations, Stefanie is widely recognised for her contributions to healthcare innovation. Whether in academic or industry settings, she remains focused on improving patient outcomes and advancing accessible, value-driven care.

Niamh O’Connell is a Consultant Haematologist at the National Coagulation Centre in St. James’s Hospital, Dublin, and Clinical Professor at Trinity College Dublin. A leading expert in haemostasis, thrombosis, and bleeding disorders, she is committed to advancing patient-centred care through innovation and collaboration.

She has been instrumental in the development of the Myindici Patient Portal, supporting more integrated and accessible care for individuals with bleeding disorders. Her work reflects a strong focus on digital health solutions and data-driven care models that improve outcomes and empower patients.

Niamh also plays a key role in fostering strategic partnerships, including international collaborations aimed at strengthening healthcare systems and sharing best practices. She serves on national and international committees, including the National Haemophilia Council and the European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders, and continues to lead research in bleeding disorders and innovative care delivery.

Claire Palmer manages the Patient Outcomes Team at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust—one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching trusts, with around 1.5 million patient contacts a year and over 15,000 staff across five sites in South East London. The Trust delivers a wide range of local and specialist services, and Claire’s team plays a central role in supporting clinicians to identify and measure outcomes as key indicators of care quality. The team has a particular focus on developing and embedding patient-defined outcomes.

Claire has a background in social policy, evidence-based practice, and clinical effectiveness. She has worked across acute, primary, and mental health care settings, as well as in national organisations including The King’s Fund and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Irem Patel is a Consultant Respiratory Physician at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and serves as Joint Director of Clinical Strategy at King’s Health Partners. She is also an Honorary Senior Lecturer at King’s College London. Irem is recognised as one of the UK’s pioneers in integrated respiratory care, focusing on delivering specialist services across hospital, community, and primary care settings to improve outcomes for patients with chronic respiratory conditions.

Her clinical leadership includes co-leading the Respiratory Department and Public Health Committee at King’s College Hospital, as well as being the Smokefree lead for the Trust. Irem chairs the South East London Respiratory Right Care Network and is a member of the London Respiratory Programme Board.

Irem’s work emphasises reducing health inequalities and improving population health through integrated care models and strategic partnerships. She has been instrumental in developing initiatives that bring specialist care closer to patients, enhancing the overall healthcare delivery system.

Lucy Pollock is a Consultant Geriatrician at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, where she has dedicated over two decades to the care of older adults. With deep clinical experience and a compassionate approach, she is committed to improving the quality of life for people as they age—whether managing complex medical conditions, navigating dementia care, or supporting families through difficult decisions.

Lucy is also the author of the bestselling “The Book About Getting Older: Dementia, Finances, Care Homes, and Everything In Between”, praised for its clarity, empathy, and practicality. The book has become an essential resource for patients, carers, and clinicians alike, demystifying the challenges of ageing while offering comfort, insight, and actionable advice.

Through her writing, public speaking, and media appearances, Lucy champions honest, informed conversations about ageing. She is a respected voice in national discussions on elder care, advocating for person-centred health care that respects autonomy and promotes wellbeing at every stage of life.

Christobel Saunders is the James Stewart Chair of Surgery, the Head of the Department of Surgery at the University of Melbourne (Royal Melbourne Hospital precinct) and consultant surgeon in the Department of General Surgery at Royal Melbourne Hospital and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Institute. She is internationally recognised as one of Australia’s most prominent research-orientated cancer surgeons. She has substantially contributed to breast cancer research including clinical trials of new treatments, psychosocial, translational and health services research. In recognition of her sustained career excellence and innovation, she has been publicly acknowledged through numerous awards and honours including Order of Australia 2018, the Uccio Querci della Rovere Award (2018), WA Women’s Hall of Fame Inductee (2018), WA Scientist of the Year (2017) and Cancer Council WA career Achievement Award (2021).

Theodore Schuck is the Chief Medical Officer of Brevard Health Alliance (BHA), the only Federally Qualified Health Center in Brevard County, Florida. A committed family medicine physician, Theodore plays a leading role in delivering comprehensive, high-quality care to underserved and underinsured populations across the region.

He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at St. Joseph Medical Center. As a National Health Service Corps Scholar, he joined BHA early in his career, driven by a strong commitment to community-focused care. After a brief period practicing in Philadelphia, he returned to BHA, where he now oversees the clinical operations of multiple sites offering integrated services in family medicine, paediatrics, behavioural health, and dental care.

In addition to his clinical leadership, Theodore is actively involved in mentoring healthcare professionals and contributes to advancing primary care through thought leadership and publication.

Gregor Smith is a GP and former medical director for primary care in NHS Lanarkshire. He began working for the Scottish Government as a medical adviser in primary care in 2012 as part of the negotiating team for the Scottish GP contract, subsequently leading the development of a new quality framework for general practice in Scotland. He was appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer in 2015, interim Chief Medical Officer in April 2020, and Chief Medical Officer in December 2020. He is the principal medical adviser to Scottish ministers and leads on a broad range of professional activity, where he is a passionate advocate of person-centred approaches to care and widening participation in medical careers.

As a keen runner, cyclist and promoter of physical activity, he believes getting outdoors can help improve people’s physical, mental and social health. He was bestowed a knighthood in the Queen’s New Year Honours list in 2022 for services to public health and is an Honorary Professor of the University of Glasgow.

Andrea Srur is a Medical Doctor trained in Chile at Universidad Mayor. Following her training, she completed a MSc in Management and Organisational Innovation at Queen Mary University London (2012) and a MSc in Health Systems and Global Policies (2018) at Queen Mary University London.

She was Head of the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Department at the Ministry of Health in Chile, working on NCD policies, strengthening the national network and bringing stakeholders together, and through what she developed an interest for Value-Based Health Care and joined the International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM) in London in 2016 as Outcomes, Analytics and Benchmarking Manager. At ICHOM Andrea supported the implementation of Value-Based Health Care in hospitals across the UK, Europe and South America. After ICHOM, and during the pandemic, Andrea was the Programme Manager of the National Children Diabetes Quality Improvement Programme for England and Wales at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) in London, UK.  Since 2022, Andrea has served as the Associate Director for the Global Centre for Person-Centred Value-Based Health Care, managed by Sprink. In 2025, she transitioned to the role of Director of PerEmpo Implementation and the Sprink Global Forum.

Adam is a nephrologist and general physician at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, where he also serves as Deputy Director of Physician Education. He teaches clinical skills and professional practice at The University of Melbourne, where he is completing a PhD on quality indicators in nephrology across Australia and New Zealand. His clinical interests include chronic kidney disease care, shared decision-making, communication, and supportive care. Adam chairs Young Australian and New Zealand Society of Nephrology (ANZSN) and is a board member at Stand Up, where he contributes his expertise in community service and social justice. His involvement reflects a strong commitment to fostering inclusive and compassionate communities.

Huw Thomas is the Director of Finance at Hywel Dda University Health Board, where he leads digital and performance initiatives and he is dedicated to improving local health outcomes by focusing on what matters most to patients and communities.

Early in his career, Huw worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP across London, Bristol, and Cardiff, initially serving banking clients before specialising in NHS, local authorities, and third sector organisations. He also gained experience working within the NHS in England before returning to Wales.

Huw is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland and has served on its Governing Council. Currently, he serves as a Trustee of the Centre for Local Economic Strategies and holds an honorary professorship at Aberystwyth University.

Under Huw’s leadership, Hywel Dda University Health Board has embarked on a £75 million, 10-year partnership with CGI to drive digital transformation in healthcare. This includes upgrading systems, exploring innovations such as AI integration, and fostering collaboration between health and social care teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency across Mid and West Wales.

Huw’s expertise in strategic financial management and digital innovation positions him as a key contributor to advancing more human, effective, and sustainable healthcare systems.

Erin Tomaszewski has spent the past 18 years working in the field of patient-centred outcomes research. She currently serves as a Director in the Patient-Centred Neuroscience team at AbbVie. Before joining AbbVie, she led the Patient-Centred Respiratory team at AstraZeneca.
Throughout her career, Erin has led global biopharmaceutical programmes focused on ensuring that patient-centred clinical outcome assessment strategies are fit for purpose—supporting regulatory approval, reimbursement, labelling, real-world evidence, and product differentiation. She is passionate about capturing the patient’s perspective in a meaningful and rigorous way, advocating for patients as true partners in the drug development process.
Erin holds a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Pittsburgh and an MPH in Epidemiology from Boston University.

Tommy Whitelaw is the National Lead for Person Centred Voices at the Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (the ALLIANCE). He leads transformative initiatives across Scotland to embed person-centred values within health and social care services, championing compassionate care through programmes such as the ‘What Matters to You?’ movement and ‘Intelligent Kindness.’

Tommy’s dedication to person-centred care is deeply personal, shaped by his experience as a full-time carer for his mother, who lived with vascular dementia. In 2011, he launched ‘Tommy on Tour,’ a unique project gathering life stories from carers across Scotland, which he presented at the Scottish Parliament to highlight carers’ challenges and advocate for better support.

Under his leadership, Person Centred Voices has engaged over 280,000 people through thousands of talks and workshops, inspiring widespread commitment to person-centred approaches in health and social care. His impactful work has earned him numerous accolades, including the British Citizen’s Medal for Services to Healthcare and an Honorary Master’s degree from the Open University.

Tommy continues to drive culture change by promoting kindness, civility, and meaningful engagement between care providers and communities, ensuring that care is truly centred on what matters most to people.