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Business Beats Cancer Aberdeen

Our next event will be our annual dinner on Friday 5 June 2026 at the P&J Live in Aberdeen. For more information on how you can get involved, please click on the register your interest link below.

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Business Beats Cancer Aberdeen brings together business leaders to raise vital funds for Cancer Research UK.

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What we're funding in Aberdeen

Professor Anne Donaldson is exploring how our cells divide. By understanding more about the key molecules involved in this process, she hopes to unlock new ways to prevent, detect and treat cancer.

Professor Peter Murchie is developing a digital tool to help people who have had skin cancer to examine themselves. He hopes that his research will enable any skin concerns to be addressed quickly, reducing anxiety and improving well-being for people who have had skin cancer.

Our Aberdeen board

BBC Aberdeen board member.

Neale Bisset - Co-chair

Neale is co owner and chairman of PMC Property Management & Lettings and President of the Property Managers Association Scotland. A committed fundraiser, he’s proud to use his business skills and connections to help support vital cancer research.

BBC Aberdeen board member.

Dr Monika Gostic - Co-chair

Dr Monika Gostic is a dedicated scientist and entrepreneur, using her expertise in microbiology and nutrition to empower healthier lives, earning her multiple awards for her work.

BBC Aberdeen board member.

Graham Smith - Treasurer

Graham is an experienced financial adviser who brings over 30 years of experience and knowledge in multiple areas of finance to the Business Beats Cancer Aberdeen board. Graham is delighted to be part of the board, making a difference to life-saving research.

BBC Aberdeen board member.

Dr Brenda Hector - Secretary

Brenda is an experienced business coach who uses her skills to support local organisations. Inspired by personal loss of two friends, she’s committed to helping Business Beats Cancer raise vital funds.

BBC Aberdeen board member.

Jason Stewart - Board Member

Jason leads the Commercial and Membership function at Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce as well as having a background in digital marketing and ecommerce within the travel & tourism and food & drink sectors. Having seen cancer affect his own family, he’s proud to be part of meaningful change.

Business Beats Cancer
Aberdeen board member.

Anurag Rai - Board Member

Anurag is an award‑winning leadership coach and organisational psychologist, dedicated to empowering people and supporting the community through his work.

Dianne Youngson - BBC Aberdeen board member.

Dianne Youngson - Board Member

Dianne is Managing Director of Wildcat Marketing, using her digital expertise to help businesses grow. After losing close family, including her much-loved grandmother to cancer, she’s proud to support Business Beats Cancer Aberdeen.

Headshot of Business Beats Cancer board member Rami Elmegirab.

Rami Elmegirab - Board Member

Rami is a dedicated business development leader who brings strong relationships and commercial insight to Business Beats Cancer Aberdeen. After losing his younger brother to lung cancer, he’s deeply committed to supporting Cancer Research UK and raising vital awareness.

Business Beats Cancer
Location - Aberdeen.

Johnny Brooks - Board Member

Johnny heads media companies, Studio 10 and 10 Events, creating impactful content and live experiences. After both his parents were affected by cancer, he’s proud to use his marketing expertise to support the mission of Cancer Research UK.

More Business Beats Cancer boards

The Business Beats Cancer Aberdeen 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.

Business Beats Cancer Glasgow.

Business Beats Cancer®

Bringing together business leaders from cities across the UK to host prestigious fundraising events and support life-saving cancer research.