I lead on research policy at GuildHE, a recognised representative body for higher education in the UK comprising 67 diverse institutions characterised by specialist, vocational, and technical education. Through our dedicated research consortium, GuildHE Research, we support the ambitions of our diverse member institutions to develop positive research cultures, share infrastructure, and achieve excellence and quality in research. Prior to joining GuildHE in 2012, I have had experience of European funded research, brokering knowledge exchange activities, working in the arts, and in digital publishing.