Dudley is Professor of Atmospheric Chemistry at Bristol University. His research concerns air quality, climate change and biogeochemical cycles, and he's published over 300 peer-reviewed papers, reports and book chapters plus more than 100 articles on science education and science outreach. He was Director for Outreach of the Bristol ChemLabS Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (2005-2010), CEO of the Primary Science Teaching Trust (2010-2022) and President of the Education Community of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC: 2020-2023).

He has worked extensively with primary, secondary and tertiary educators in the UK and abroad focusing on teacher training and practical science teaching, and founded the PSTT’s College of Outstanding Primary Science Teachers and the School Teacher Fellow programme (championed by the RSC). This brought secondary school science teachers into tertiary institutes to develop teaching and outreach programmes. He has won 3 international and 10 national awards for atmospheric chemistry, science education and science outreach and was the first National Teaching Fellow in Chemistry in the UK (2004). He was also awarded the OBE in 2024 for his contributions to science in the UK and worldwide.

Anna has dedicated the majority of the past 20 years to improving the lives of young people through STEM education - first as part of the founding leadership team at the National Network of Science Learning Centres, and latterly as Strategic Partnerships lead at STEM Learning. Having been part of the team that created the ENTHUSE Charitable Trust in 2008, the importance of STEM subjects for every young person's education has always been at the forefront of her passion for social mobility, and this drive remains as strong as ever.

Anna’s love of maths and physics led to a fascinating study of scientific archaeology, dendroclimatology and geology at Durham University, and an exciting early career in the communications industry. Her STEM journey exemplifies the interesting and varied places an excellent STEM education can take you - something she hopes to make possible for many more young people through ENTHUSE.

Francesca is the Director of Science Education and Engagement at the Oxford Trust leading the Science Oxford team who inspire young people and their families about science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM). Science Oxford’s bespoke centre is the UK’s first indoor-outdoor primary science education centre with a hands-on Exploration Zone and 15 acres of woodland and ponds. The team also deliver a wide range of STEM workshops in schools and for community groups, with the aim of widening participation and making science accessible to all.

Francesca is an innovative educator, Fellow of the Primary Science Teaching Trust (PSTT) and former primary science specialist teacher. She has conducted research into raising STEM career aspirations and nurturing Engineering Habits of Mind. Formerly leading the education and training programmes for the Faraday Institution in the quest to create a dynamic and diverse pool of talent for the UK battery sector, Francesca has worked in all educational stages from early years through to postgraduate education. To date she has trained over 85 STEM Ambassadors and is committed to developing and promoting a wealth of STEM career opportunities.

Katherine Mathieson is Director at the Royal Institution (Ri), an independent charity working to encourage everyone to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives. Well known for the CHRISTMAS LECTURES, the Ri provides engaging and insightful talks and demonstrations in its iconic Theatre, runs a museum of science history – including the restored laboratory of Michael Faraday – and a wide range of inspiring shows and talks for school students, parents and teachers in London and across the UK. 

Katherine previously led the British Science Association, a charity that works to make science more relevant, representative, and connected to society. She has previously held roles at a range of other science organisations, including Nesta, the Forensic Science Service, Science Line, and the pharmaceutical company Merck. 

Katherine has a degree in Natural Sciences, an MSc in Science Communication, a PGDip in Information Science and a PGDip in Voluntary Sector Management. She is a volunteer for GirlGuidingUK, and a Trustee for Pilotlight and the ENTHUSE Charitable Trust.

In January 2013 Riffat became the Headteacher of Urmston Grammar, having worked there since 2005 as Director of the Science College on the Senior Leadership Team. She has also worked in a range of comprehensive schools in the North West as Teacher of Science/Biology, KS3 Co-ordinator, Head of Biology and Head of Science.

She has spent her career as an educator promoting the enjoyment and uptake of STEM subjects. She said: "If we want young people to go on to study STEM subjects at university or through apprenticeships and then have careers in the STEM sector, it is essential that their experience in the laboratory or the classroom is engaging, rewarding and relevant to the world that they live in.

There is no better way of doing this than supporting the professional development of teachers and technicians, so that they can build the knowledge, skills and confidence to inspire students."

Mark provides Board level support to fast-growing technology companies looking to scale their businesses and develop their commercial and leadership capabilities. 

He is Chairman of BibliU, a London-based EdTech company who have developed a modern eTextbooks platform that integrates fully with all library and university systems. He is also Chair of ReaLife Tech who provide a digital SaaS platform for entertainment venues globally to enrich the guest experience, and at Simms International, a specialist distributor of memory and storage solutions to industrial and consumer markets. He is also a NED at Candy Mechanics, a personalisation B2B business, and a Governor (Digital) at Box Hill and Amesbury Schools. 

He also provides executive coaching support to senior leaders as a Criticaleye Board Mentor and is a volunteer coach in the UK Teach First programme. He has over 20 years’ experience as a technology and telco executive working for multi-national companies such as Intel, Vodafone and Seagate in various leadership and GM roles.