Estelle has 25 years’ experience in economic development through regeneration and innovation in the North East of England, and working across the UK and Europe with a thorough understanding of the national and local innovation ecosystem. Passionate about sustainable and inclusive innovation. Champion of partnership and collaboration to unlock opportunities. Advocate for equality, diversity and inclusion. Northern Power Women list and hailed as one of the most influential women in the region. Attracted and led multi-million pound high-profile programmes in the North East aimed at supporting new and growing innovative companies and achieving positive economic and social impact. In-depth practical knowledge of open innovation to help address organisational and societal challenges. Expert in access to innovation finance. Member of the CBI Innovation and Technology board, Non-Executive Director at Nexus, Board member of Lifted Ventures and Women North East Connected.