Health & Life Sciences
Committee
Driving innovation and collaboration in health and social care
About Our Committee
Our Health & Life Sciences Committee connects businesses, healthcare, academia and innovators across Greater Manchester’s internationally recognised health and life sciences ecosystem.
At a glance
- Cross-sector expertise
- Connections across health, business and academia
- Focus on innovation, collaboration and growth
Our Committee
Rebecca Hainsworth
Partner
Rebecca is a corporate commercial lawyer specialising in the health sector. Her clients include NHS organisations and other health and social care providers in the North West and nationally. Rebecca …
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James Kennedy
Partner
James is a Partner in Cowgills Deal Advisory team. He has considerable transaction experience, advising on over £500m of deal value and has been recognised for multiple awards, including winning emerg…
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Geeta Shikotra
Growth Business Advisor – Life Science & Healthcare
Geeta has a Biomedical Science degree and over 20 years of experience in medical business development. She’s worked in various healthcare industries, including pharmaceutical, medical, devices, …
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Matthew Dootson
Partner
Matthew is a solicitor and Partner in Clarke Willmott’s Corporate and Commercial team, based out of the firm’s Manchester office and serving as a sector lead for their national Healthcare offering. Ma…
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Isil Mirzanli
Enterprise Zone Growth Manager
Enterprise Zone Growth Manager Research and Innovation
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Dr Gareth Thomas
Clinical Director for Digital and Data Products
Gareth is Clinical Director for Digital and Data Products at Health Innovation Manchester. He joined the Greater Manchester health and care system early in 2023, and within his portfolio has delivery …
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Mark Duman
Chief Patient Officer
Mark Duman MRPharmS brings over 30 years of clinician, management consultant and patient perspectives to the healthcare, life sciences and digital health sectors. Working in the NHS, The King’s Fund,…
Read moreOur Committee’s Purpose
Connect
Innovate
Collaborate
Why Join Our Committee
Connect with people from across the ecosystem, share your expertise and contribute to conversations around one of Greater Manchester’s areas of global strength.
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