Business Beats Cancer Edinburgh brings together business leaders to raise vital funds for Cancer Research UK.
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Our Scotland Centre brings together the expertise of scientists and NHS staff in Glasgow and Edinburgh. It's focusing on finding new ways to prevent, detect and treat hard-to-treat cancers and is determined to make a difference for people with cancer in Edinburgh and beyond. The Centre works closely with the local NHS Trusts and Public Health Scotland to close the gap between research and the clinic making the most of crucial data to inform better diagnosis and treatment for people living with cancer.
Our researchers in Edinburgh also have particular expertise in brain tumour research and many are part of the CRUK Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence. This is a joint initiative between the University of Edinburgh and University College London and its goal is to drive progress in tackling this hard-to-treat disease through the discovery and clinical evaluation of new brain cancer treatments.
Edinburgh is home to an Adult Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre (ECMC), which is jointly supported by the health department in Scotland. Our ECMCs bring together lab scientists and cancer doctors from local NHS trusts and universities to speed up the flow of ideas and new treatments from the lab to the clinic.
Lou, co‑founder of Always Be Content, finds being part of Business Beats Cancer Edinburgh truly uplifting. The generosity and optimism on display shows how every business can help drive life‑saving research.
Issy is Craneware’s Chief People Officer and has spent 23 years in Edinburgh working in tech-focused HR and organisational development. She also serves on the Scottish North American Business Council. Visit Issy's LinkedIn page
Eva is a learning and development professional in technical audit training. Originally from Prague, she moved to Scotland for university and has since helped organise many fundraising and social events.
Jacqueline is a lawyer working in 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.
Caroline, Senior HRD at The Weir Group, has over 20 years’ HR experience. After losing her mother to cancer in 2017, she is passionate about supporting Cancer Research UK through Business Beats Cancer.
Ailsa, a Director at FWB Park Brown, has 23 years’ experience in executive recruitment, supporting clients across sectors. She previously served on the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce and Princes Trust committees.
Diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2020, Jackie underwent a stem cell transplant in 2021. Her journey taught her to see life differently, and now she’s committed to helping others.
Julie, a former MD in the travel industry, brings 20+ years of operational and HR experience across multiple sectors. With her father in treatment, she’s deeply committed to supporting life saving cancer research.
The Business Beats Cancer Edinburgh board is one of a growing network of boards across the UK. Each board organises an exciting annual fundraising event that brings together businesses in its local area to beat cancer.
Bringing together business leaders from cities across the UK to host prestigious fundraising events and support life-saving cancer research.
