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Professor Alan Thompson

Pro-Provost (London) andÌýDean of the Faculty of Brain Sciences

Professor Alan Thompson is Pro-Provost (London), ÂÒÂ×Ðã’s London champion and figurehead for ÂÒÂ×Ðã’s London activity. He strategically leads, guides and connects the university’s London-focused engagement through the ÂÒÂ×Ðã London Office. Professor Thompson is also Dean of the Faculty of Brain Sciences and holds the Garfield Weston Chair of Clinical Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, specialising in Multiple Sclerosis. He is the winner of the 2020 Sobek Research Prize and the 2021 Charcot Award, recognising a lifetime of achievement in outstanding research into understanding and treating MS.

Amy Lightstone

Director of London Office

Amy Lightstone leads the ÂÒÂ×Ðã London Office, developing and implementing the ÂÒÂ×Ðã London Framework. She oversees and manages the delivery of London Office related activities, including establishing and developing relationships with our partners in London, championing London-focussed ÂÒÂ×Ðã activities and amplifying ÂÒÂ×Ðã’s impact in London. Amy joined ÂÒÂ×Ðã in 2020 having previously worked as Head of Strategy at London Higher, the London regional higher education association representing over 40 London institutions, and the Head of London Medicine, the group representing London’s five university medical schools.

Contact Amy - a.lightstone [at] ucl.ac.uk

Sarah Beech

Project Manager (London)

Sarah BeechÌýsupports the coordination and development of specific London Office external partnerships, including ÂÒÂ×Ðã’s Memorandum of Understanding with Camden Council. She works closely with internal colleagues across ÂÒÂ×Ðã to ensure alignment in ÂÒÂ×Ðã London-focussed initiatives, as well as contributing to the London Office communications. Sarah previously worked within the department of Science Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP) at ÂÒÂ×Ðã as a Research Project Manager. She has worked in project management in a variety of settings including Londonwide Local Medical Committees and the Royal Institute of British Architects.

Contact Sarah - s.beech [at] ucl.ac.uk

Simon Magness

Partnerships Manager (ÂÒÂ×Ðã East)

Simon is a Partnerships Manager within the Pro-Provost Office (London). With a strong focus on fostering meaningful connections, Simon manages key partnerships with Newham and the East Bank development on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Simon is dedicated to creating a thriving ecosystem for Local Authorities, Community Organisations, and Startups across East London, facilitating collaborative growth and impactful initiatives. His work is focussed on growing the relationship between East London communities and the new ÂÒÂ×Ðã East campus in Stratford, seeking to create new opportunities for collaboration that make a tangible impact in the area. Prior to joining ÂÒÂ×Ðã Simon has worked in a variety of roles within Higher Education and has supported students, alumni and local residents to explore entrepreneurial opportunities that seek to create a positive impact to society and the world.

Contact Simon - s.magness [at] ucl.ac.uk

Annie AldhamÌý[née Thompson]Ìý

Project ManagerÌý(London)

Annie leads on the development of severalÌýLondon Office partnerships, primarily with Islington Council local authority and British Land. She also helps support and advance the work of the Pro-Provost (London) and provides senior support to the Director of London Office. Annie is an experienced project manager, with significant experience building relationships with a range of stakeholders. Most recently she was seconded to the Office of the President & Provost to provide high-level strategic support to the Provost and senior leadership team. Prior to this was Deputy Director of Alumni Relations,Ìýresponsible for leadingÌýthe Alumni Relations team to engage ÂÒÂ×Ðã's global community of over 350,000 alumni.Ìý

ContactÌýAnnie - annie.aldham [at] ucl.ac.uk

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