Business Beats Cancer Edinburgh

Lou is one of the founders of creative agency Always Be Content.

She began her career in production as a film editor before becoming a producer. Always Be Content are our creative partners and, led by Lou helped brand the event and develop distinctive content marketing. As for many people, Cancer Research UK is close to Lou’s heart.

'Being involved with the inaugural Business Beats Cancer Edinburgh dinner was genuinely uplifting. It was a great evening in aid of an amazing cause. I’m delighted to hear that this will be an annual event and even more so that the plan is for all cities to host a fundraiser. The spirit of generosity and optimism really made this a networking event with a difference. I’d urge all businesses to get involved. It’s such an important cause, as so many of us know all too well. With Business Beats Cancer, we all have a chance to support the science that really does save lives' 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/loukiddier/

Issy is Craneware’s Chief People Officer. Issy has lived in Edinburgh for 23 years working for companies mainly in the technology sector within her chosen field of Human Resources and Organisational Development.

She also sits on the Board of the Scottish North American Business Council.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/issyurquharthrprofessional/

Eva is a learning and development professional working within the technical audit training space, designing and delivering learner focused technical training. Originally from Prague, she has moved to Scotland to complete her university studies and has not left since. Over the years she has been involved in organising a variety of fundraising and social events. On the Business Beats Cancer Board she has taken on the role of Treasurer.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/eva-vaclavkova/

Jacqueline is a lawyer working is the field of litigation with over 25 years experience.

She is a Partner with Pinsent Masons LLP an international law firm based in their Edinburgh office.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-harris-760657106/

Tom Aldridge is Managing Director of Blackford insurance brokers - based in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and London.

Blackford offer general insurance advice to businesses and private clients. Since losing a close university friend to cancer in 2015, Tom has helped fundraise and campaign for CRUK, Strathcarron Hospice and several other charities.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-aldridge-a36b7b23/

Senior HRD, HR Transformation at The Weir Group

Caroline has worked in HR for over 20 years, across a number of sectors and regions. Since losing her mother to cancer in 2017, Cancer Research is very close to her heart and she is passionate about working with Business Beats cancer to make a difference.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-carruthers-8a4a8b35/

Ailsa is a Director of FWB Park Brown, a professional services company specialising in executive search. She has worked in Executive Recruitment for 23 years, advising and supporting the Boards of clients in all sectors on how to identify and recruit Board level (Non -Executive and Executive) and Senior Management talent. Ailsa is a past Council Member of the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and The Princes Trust ‘Lunch with an Old Bag’ Committee.

Cancer has affected Ailsa’s family and she is passionate about working with Business Beats Cancer to help raise vital funds for Cancer Research UK.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ailsa-sutherland-54a5651/

'Diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in Oct 2020 and after two rounds of chemo that did not work, I was given a Stem Cell transplant in 2021. My cancer journey has taught me to “look at things differently” and now I want to support others in any way possible. Without research I would not be around to do that'

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquigale/

Executive Director and Team Lead - Scotland at JP Morgan Private Bank

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gillianrosemurray/

Business Operations at Dukosi

Julie, a former Managing Director in the travel industry, brings over 20 years of operational and HR expertise across various sectors, including Technology, Financial Services, Semiconductors, and Travel. She is currently serving in an operational role at Dukosi Ltd. Julie has a personal connection to the fight against cancer, as her father is currently undergoing treatment. This experience gives her a deep understanding of the profound impact that Cancer Research has on both patients and their families.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-cooper-316b8233/

Jacquie is Executive Assistant and Office Manager at Greyfriars Investments, a boutique investment and advisory group. Jacquie has had her own cancer journey and is passionate about working with Business Beats Cancer to help make a difference.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquie-mcmanus-237839204/

Heather, brings to the board over a decade's worth of expertise in PR, strategic communications, public affairs, marketing and events. After caring for her mum throughout her cancer treatment and sadly losing her last year when Heather was just 31, she is now on a mission to try and prevent other families going through similarly devastating situations. Inspired by the grace, positivity, courage and determination of her mum and others who have faced cancer, Heather hopes to help the board maximise its fundraising potential by helping share the incredible stories behind Business Beats Cancer Edinburgh.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherdawnpeebles/