Chris and Luke form the design team at Affect, the creative consultancy behind BHTA Children’s Equipment member, Daytot. They boast 25 years of industry experience, with a significant portion dedicated to designing class 1 medical devices. Affect specialises in orchestrating the entire design journey, from idea generation, prototyping and user trials, to design for manufacture, testing and production implementation.

The team has worked with global leaders in the paediatric market, as well as launched a number of their own medical devices.

Gaynor joined Markel Tax as a VAT Consultant in January 2021. Having qualified as a UK solicitor, she started her VAT career with Arthur Andersen and subsequently worked in the VAT litigation teams at Ernst & Young, Deloitte and the US law firm, Dorsey & Whitney, where she advised clients on all aspects of litigation of VAT appeals (including judicial review) from tribunal through to the higher courts.

Following an extensive career break, Gaynor returned to the indirect tax sphere and now enjoys a new focus on VAT consultancy providing a comprehensive service to a wide variety of clients.

Sally graduated from Engineering at Cambridge University in 1997; after 3 years as an aero-engineer she moved to a Big-4 in commercial audit. Shortly after qualifying as a Chartered Accountant, Sally joined the VAT consultancy team and qualified as a Chartered Tax Adviser in 2006.

Sally spent 10 years in VAT consultancy providing both advisory and assurance services to a broad range of clients, in particular manufacturing, auction and multinationals with complex cross-border supply chains requiring liaison with overseas teams.

Sally joined Markel Tax in 2014 where she manages the VAT helpline, handles helpline calls and supports the wider Markel teams on anything VAT-related. Sally is also a member of the VAT Practitioners Group.

Clare has been working in the health and social care sector for over 22 years having specialised for several years in accessible home environments.

She is acknowledged as a leader in the development of the Trusted Assessor concept running accredited training programmes UK-wide. Clare devised the two national qualifications for Trusted Assessors at Level Three and Level Four.

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As BHTA’s Head of Policy & Compliance, Bill brings 25-plus years of policy, advocacy, and operations experience on behalf of vulnerable communities, combined with a decade of for-profit management consulting and retail operations experience.

At BHTA, Bill researches, develops & disseminates policy, strategy, parliamentary and technical work for BHTA and its members, and supports wider stakeholder engagement.

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David Stockdale joined the BHTA as its Chief Executive in June 2022, bringing more than two decades of senior management and leadership experience to the role.

David lives and works in Sheffield, has two teenage children and has a love of ice hockey, literature, hiking and swimming. He is also a mentor for the Sheffield City Region Launchpad initiative – a fully funded business support programme delivered across the Sheffield City Region. In addition, he is a Trustee and Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Sheffield Young Carers Project, as well as a Founding Member of the Tinnitus and Hyperacusis Special Interest Group.

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Ben joins us from NHS England’s Net Zero and Sustainable Procurement team, which sits within NHS Commercial and focuses on efficiency savings to ensure the NHS uses its resources effectively and maximises value for money for taxpayers.

They also form the supply chain workstream of the wider Greener NHS programme which aims to deliver the world’s first net zero health service and respond to climate change, improving health now and for future generations.

The team has been at the forefront of launching the Evergreen Sustainable Supplier Assessment and the NHS Carbon Reduction Plan and Net Zero Commitment requirements guidance which will be discussed during today’s event.

The team also looks at addressing Modern Slavery in the supply chain and delivering social value through procurements.

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Frankie Wallace, Data Standards Engagement Manager at NHS Supply Chain

Frankie joined NHS Supply Chain in May 2023 to work in the In-Hospitals Services team. The team is responsible for rolling out best of breed inventory management systems into hospitals.

In her role as Data Standards Engagement Manager Frankie is part of a small team of subject matter experts and is focused on driving the implementation of global data standards to improve traceability of medical devices.

Frankie is working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the critical links between standards adoption, patient safety and managing NHS inventory are fully understood.

Frankie works on a secondment basis from the North of England NHS Commercial Procurement Collaborative (NOE CPC) and has worked for them since its inception in April 2007 and before this Frankie worked at regional and trust level for various NHS organisations.

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Graeme Chaplin, Agent of the West Midlands, Bank of England.

After joining the Bank in 1992, Graeme was appointed as Agent for the West Midlands & Oxfordshire in November 2008. Over his tenure he has undertaken a variety of roles including banking supervision, economic analysis, and financial stability monitoring.

In his role as the Bank’s Agent, he acts as the eyes and ears of the Bank of England in the region – meeting with a broad cross-section of businesses to build up a picture of the UK economic and financial landscape.

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As BHTA’s Head of Policy & Compliance, Bill brings 25-plus years of policy, advocacy, and operations experience on behalf of vulnerable communities, combined with a decade of for-profit management consulting and retail operations experience.

At BHTA, Bill researches, develops & disseminates policy, strategy, parliamentary and technical work for BHTA and its members, and supports wider stakeholder engagement.

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Guv Kaur, Director & Solicitor at Taylor Price

Guv is a Specialist Solicitor in the area of Public Law, and in particular, Special Educational Needs.

She is one of the few solicitors in this field with expertise in the differing jurisdictions of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

She has over 15 years experience in this niche area and represents children, young adults and their families in securing access to state funded provision including specialist school and college placements.

She regularly challenges EHCPs in the SEND Tribunal forum. Her expertise has been recognised in the UK Courts more widely, where she now acts as expert witness on SEND Law, EHCPs and related public law issues.

Guv works with Local Authorities and provides advice on a range of SEND/ EHCP and related issues. She is also trustee of a national children’s visual impairment charity.

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Dan has spent the last ten years working with companies both large and small to simplify Dangerous Goods transport. He founded DG Solutions in 2018 and since then, DGS now support over 200 companies, from microbusinesses to Multinationals and PLCs, with their Dangerous Goods compliance.

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Bindiya Verma has over 15 years of experience in working with the German Trade Fairs.

In her role as the UK Representative of Leipzig Trade Fairs, one of the top 10 German trade fair organisers, she helps UK businesses across sectors, on expanding their markets globally through participation at international B2B events. Bindiya has extensive multi-national experience, having worked with businesses in India, Germany, and the UK. She holds a MA in Economics and is a fluent German speaker. Additionally, Bindiya helps British companies with their expansion plans into the Leipzig region of Central Germany with colleagues from Invest Region Leipzig.

Julia Binder has been in her role since spring 2022. She coordinates fdi promotion in selected focus markets – including the UK. Additionally, she is the sector expert for the Life Sciences industry and supports investors in expanding their business and settling in the Leipzig Region. In previous roles, Julia has gained extensive experience in project management and business development on an international level. She holds a BBA and an M.Sc. in International Marketing from Universities in the Netherlands and Sweden.

Rob Scheid has been Director of GTAI’s London Office since 2018. He advises and supports companies based in the UK and Ireland seeking to establish a presence in Germany. Robert has been with GTAI for 11 years, covering roles including English-language media relations (Berlin) and Director for Italy and Malta (Milan). He holds a BSc. in International Business Management from Butler University (USA) and MA in Peace and Conflict Studies from the University of Marburg (Germany).

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Sarah is a member of the Team Consulting senior leadership team and is accountable for the leadership, strategic development and operational management of several teams. She is tasked with ensuring her teams provide effective, compliant, safe and inspiring work environments which underpins the efficient delivery of their medical device development consulting services.

Having a passion for operational excellence and efficiency, Sarah enjoys working to further develop systems, processes and infrastructure.

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Robert has considerable experience in developing biotech and healthcare technologies across industry, academia and the NHS. Robert has worked with companies of all sizes from SMEs to multi-nationals to create innovative technologies which meet real world needs.

Previously, Robert has focused on helping NHS organisations in meeting their needs through identification and implementation of technologies to meet these challenges. Robert has also supported numerous companies in developing their innovations for use by health and care systems throughout their development journey, from understanding their market and building credible valuable propositions through to securing funding, and the clinical evidence required for adoption by the NHS.

Robert has a PhD in Microbiology from the University of Southampton.

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Carol joined Wenta in January 2022.

A Further education lecturer and former principal with 25 years experience, as well as a business owner for 14 years, Carol has owned various business ventures, including a private training academy for post 16 students.

Expertise:

• Educator
• Business Coaching
• Online Marketing & Business Strategy
• Project Management
• Curriculum design
• Course creation
• Product Launch
• Carol has been assessed as Carbon Literate

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Damibu Feeds helps NHS organisations save time in creating and distributing content, reliably and accurately. In a fast-changing digital world, make websites a source of fact-checked, trusted information.

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Electric Mobility has been developing and supplying products that help with mobility and daily living for nearly 40 years.

eFOLDi are Global experts in the design of ultra-lightweight, compact portable mobility solutions. Their award-winning mobility solutions help make travel simple, achievable, and enjoyable, while their unique trade offering makes selling and supporting products incredibly easy. National Sales Manager, Tim Ross, will present two new & exciting mobility products.

Monarch Mobility – Every model in their extensive range of mobility scooters and powerchairs is designed to be comfortable, secure, robust and versatile.

Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare: Exclusive! Drive’s Category Manager Dallas Newsham will reveal a NEW addition to Drive’s Powered Mobility range during the webinar. All will be revealed on the 28th June 2023!

Motion Healthcare are leaders in design, manufacture and distribution of mobility products. Always at the forefront of innovation, with a solid functional base, their ranges are designed with the user in mind.

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After graduating in 2007 with an Occupational Therapy BSc, Adam worked in the NHS until he left in 2018 to work full-time in the private sector as a director of The OT Service.

Adam is a member of the British Association of Occupational Therapists and the College of Occupational Therapists Specialist sections – Independent Practice and Older People as well as being registered with the Health Care Professionals Council.

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Graham is Client Relationship Director at CMI.

CMI create, design, deliver and support informed & intelligent strategies to navigate shifting technology, keeping organisations like yours effective & secure.

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Laurie brings over 20 years of first-hand experience within design, engineering, manufacturing, and compliance functions.  Specialising in medical technology, Laurie has a deep knowledge of device development, quality systems, and regulatory affairs in all sizes of business, across a wide range of device types, classifications, and technologies.  As founder and director of RED Medtech, Laurie delivers practical medical device consulting – helping innovation led companies; delivering development project leadership and management, supporting technical teams to improve operational efficiencies.

A particular area of expertise is the new public procurement requirements including social value, net-zero, labour standards, and modern slavery. Sarah works proactively with clients to implement and provide solutions to ensure they are able to successfully win tender bids. She is also an experienced tender bid writer, and ISO 9001 & 14001 internal auditor.

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Bill joined BHTA in June 2021.

Bill brings 25-plus years of policy, advocacy, and operations experience on behalf of vulnerable communities at US & UK NGOs and governments, combined with a decade of for-profit management consulting and retail operations experience (at the Corporate Executive Board and independent retailers, respectively).

At BHTA, Bill researches, develops & disseminates policy, strategy, parliamentary and technical work for BHTA and its members, and supports wider stakeholder engagement.

Daniel Laing is the Senior Account Director at Tendo Consulting.

Daniel provides strategic advice and expertise to a range of clients at Tendo utilising his eight years in public affairs, research and campaigning. Having worked at a major political intelligence agency leading the health consultancy team, he has first rate expertise navigating the life sciences sector for pharmaceutical clients, health organisations and research bodies. He also has extensive experience working on local government research initiatives, in-house public affairs for a UK children’s charity and writing for political publications.

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Bill joined BHTA in June 2021.

Bill brings 25-plus years of policy, advocacy, and operations experience on behalf of vulnerable communities at US & UK NGOs and governments, combined with a decade of for-profit management consulting and retail operations experience (at the Corporate Executive Board and independent retailers, respectively).

At BHTA, Bill researches, develops & disseminates policy, strategy, parliamentary and technical work for BHTA and its members, and supports wider stakeholder engagement.

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Sarah is a qualified nurse in adult and paediatric care, with an additional 15 years of excelling in the medical device industry. She is known for her enthusiasm and energy, with a genuine desire to ensure that, as well as product and company success, patient outcomes are improved, and customers’ needs are met. Sarah’s nursing and medical sales experience has given her a unique understanding and knowledge of the workings of the NHS and procurement, and she has established contacts and working relationships within the sector.

A particular area of expertise is the new public procurement requirements including social value, net-zero, labour standards, and modern slavery. Sarah works proactively with clients to implement and provide solutions to ensure they are able to successfully win tender bids. She is also an experienced tender bid writer, and ISO 9001 & 14001 internal auditor.

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Sarah is a qualified nurse in adult and paediatric care, with an additional 15 years of excelling in the medical device industry. She is known for her enthusiasm and energy, with a genuine desire to ensure that, as well as product and company success, patient outcomes are improved, and customers’ needs are met. Sarah’s nursing and medical sales experience has given her a unique understanding and knowledge of the workings of the NHS and procurement, and she has established contacts and working relationships within the sector.

A particular area of expertise is the new public procurement requirements including social value, net-zero, labour standards, and modern slavery. Sarah works proactively with clients to implement and provide solutions to ensure they are able to successfully win tender bids. She is also an experienced tender bid writer, and ISO 9001 & 14001 internal auditor.

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Sarah is a qualified nurse in adult and paediatric care, with an additional 15 years of excelling in the medical device industry. She is known for her enthusiasm and energy, with a genuine desire to ensure that, as well as product and company success, patient outcomes are improved, and customers’ needs are met. Sarah’s nursing and medical sales experience has given her a unique understanding and knowledge of the workings of the NHS and procurement, and she has established contacts and working relationships within the sector.

A particular area of expertise is the new public procurement requirements including social value, net-zero, labour standards, and modern slavery. Sarah works proactively with clients to implement and provide solutions to ensure they are able to successfully win tender bids. She is also an experienced tender bid writer, and ISO 9001 & 14001 internal auditor.

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Lesley has over 20 years’ experience of assisting businesses with their benefit challenges, including pensions, risk, healthcare, wellbeing and HR technology. She is passionate about delivering exceptional service, and specialises in helping employers structure and implement Corporate Employee Benefits programmes.

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Paul Smith is on a mission to improve how home adaptations are provided. Trained as a Building Surveyor, he has a unique 30-year background in building design, grant administration, policy development and commissioning. Paul is now the Director of Foundations, the national body for Home Improvement Agencies in England. He was one of the authors of the independent review of Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) in 2018 and worked with government to develop the new DFG guidance

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Sarah is a qualified nurse in adult and paediatric care, with an additional 15 years of excelling in the medical device industry. Sarah’s nursing and medical sales experience has given her a unique understanding and knowledge of the workings of the NHS and procurement, and she has established contacts and working relationships within the sector.

A particular area of expertise is the new public procurement requirements including social value, net-zero, labour standards, and modern slavery. Sarah works proactively with clients to implement and provide solutions to ensure they are able to successfully win tender bids. She is also an experienced tender bid writer, and ISO 9001 & 14001 internal auditor.

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Kenneth Munro PhD: Specialist in assistive technology research, and winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award from BHTA in 2017, Kenneth Munro was for many years a shareholding director of W Munro (Rehab) Ltd. The business advises, supplies and maintains a full range of specialist patient moving and handling and rehabilitation equipment, from simple slide sheets to complex patient lifting systems. Under his leadership, and advice from BCMS, the business was sold in 2018.

Jonathan Dunn, CEO, BCMS. Jonathan has 25+ years of experience in the UK and international M&A market. He joined BCMS in 2010 and founded the Corporate Finance team to focus on larger and more complex transactions both in the UK and Europe. Jonathan was formally appointed CEO in 2018.

Mark Bentley, Head of Communications, BCMS. Mark joined BCMS in 2011 and has particular expertise in the creation and development of buyer-facing documentation on behalf of clients, contributing to a wide range of high-profile M&A transactions in sectors including media, healthcare, technology, and professional services.

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The session is delivered by industry expert Mark Rankin, Head of Commercial Services at Markel Law LLP. Mark leads the firm’s dedicated debt recovery team.

A practising solicitor since 2009, Mark joined Markel Law LLP in May 2020 from a leading international firm. He provides contentious and non-contentious legal advice to businesses; to protect them and to help them grow. The architect for Markel’s award-winning debt recovery service, Mark now oversees the service for members of the BHTA who enjoy the benefits of the exclusive BHTA Insurance Scheme.

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The webinar is delivered by Simon Cutmore, Director of Risk Management at Verlingue UK.

Simon Cutmore is the Director of Risk Management Division at Verlingue UK. He is a Fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute, a Chartered Insurance Practitioner, a Fellow of the Institute of Risk Management, a Chartered Safety and Health Practitioner and a Member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management. He previously specialised in the management of complex insurance claims and now regularly delivers seminars/webinars on everything from toolbox talks direct to fleet drivers to return to work following COVID and claims defensibility on employers and public liability claims.

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The webinar is delivered by Clare Barber, Professionals Services Manager and Occupational Therapist at the DLF.

Clare started work in health and social care over 20 years ago working across several services including community and inpatient roles. She has been involved in quality improvement and since joining the DLF has re-written and expanded the suite of popular Trusted Assessor courses and increased the training offering to a wider audience. In the past year, Clare has designed, developed and launched the DLF ProAssist tool to support practitioners like herself prescribe equipment and adaptations.

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