Meet Our Training Consultants

Aaron Asare

Aaron Asare

Aaron is Cultures Laboratory Supervisor in RSSL's Global R&D Biological Sciences department.
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Adam Slater

Adam Slater

Adam is a Pharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical Quality Assurance professional, with over 35 years’ experience across GMP, GDP, ISO 9001, Pharmaceutical Quality Systems and auditing. Passionate about passing on his personal experience onto others, Adam is involved in the education, coaching, mentoring and training of fellow professionals at any stage of their pharmaceutical career journey.
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Andy Beal

Andy Beal

Andy Beal is a skilled life science professional with over 20 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical industries (FDA and MHRA regulated). A subject matter expert in cleaning and process validation, Andy and is currently a Validation Consultant working with pharmaceutical clients in both the public and private sectors.
Andy Martin

Andy Martin

With over 35 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, Andy began his working life as a Microbiologist in 1985, later progressing to QA Microbiology Manager. During his long career, Andy has gained experience in across a wide range of QA and QC activities. In 2003, Andy become RSSL’s Pharmaceutical Training Manager with responsibility for providing insightful commercial training courses for those looking to enhance their knowledge and prospects.
Caroline Gibbs

Caroline Gibbs

With more than 20 years industry experience, Caroline is dedicated to ensuring pharmaceutical excellence. Becoming a QP in 2015, Caroline has carried out related duties across both Quality Assurance and Supplier Quality for an array of leading organisations. Currently Head of Quality at Accord-UK Ltd, Caroline provides oversight and management of manufacturing, packing, testing liquids, tablets, creams, capsules, ointments, medical devices and more.
Charlotte Smyth

Charlotte Smyth

An experienced international auditor, RP, RPi and QA professional, Charlotte’s skill set encompasses all aspects of the QMS. Her vast knowledge covers inspection, assessment and assurance of GDP guidelines, the management of internal as well as external audits and more, making her a valuable addition to our wonderful roster of tutors.
David Abraham

David Abraham

With extensive knowledge of business operations and processes, manufacturing operations, logistics and pharmaceutical industry applications, David has operated in and alongside working parties at national and international level. Developing guidance and standards for the industry, David is held in high regard within the industry and has been instrumental in the development of the PS 9000 publications.
Donna Connew

Donna Connew

With over 30 years of industry experience, Donna Connew is a seasoned QP who has held roles across various quality and development functions. Her expertise spans stability and method development, process technology, GMP auditing, incoming materials QC, supplier quality, production QA and clinical trial QA. Since becoming a QP in 2001, Donna has worked extensively in the generic pharmaceutical industry and as a contract auditor for API facilities.
Elena Kabova

Elena Kabova

Elana is a lecturer in Pharmaceutical Chemistry (Teaching and Research) at the University of Reading, specialising in dosage forms and the characterisation of pharmaceutical materials. Elana holds a first-class honours degree in Chemistry and went on to complete a PhD in Pharmacy. Her primary research interests lie in X-ray diffraction techniques and the characterisation of materials.
Gavin Brooks

Gavin Brooks

A Visiting Professor at the University of Reading and Buckinghamshire New University, Gavin has held numerous national and international healthcare appointments during his long career. The founder of the Reading School of Pharmacy (2004), Gavin is currently an Independent Consultant specialising in higher education. He is also Vice Chair of Governors at Newbury College/University Centre Newbury and Principal External Examiner at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Jacqueline Flounders

Jacqueline Flounders

With more than 17 years' industry experience, Jacqui has in-depth knowledge of the EU/UK legislative and regulatory requirements, with a particular interest in pharmacovigilance/drug safety. Highly skilled in implementing fully compliant procedures across all aspects of pharmacovigilance, Jacqui is dedicated to ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Geraldine Mulley

Jay Mulley

Jay is a Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Reading, where she serves as Programme Director and Admissions Tutor for BSc Microbiology. Leading a dynamic research group, her projects include developing a new Polio vaccine and exploring metal-ion-based antimicrobial mechanisms. Completing her PhD in Molecular Microbiology in 2009, Jay has since made impactful contributions to microbiology through both her teaching and research.
Jenni Newcombe (1)

Jenni Newcombe

With over 30 years in the pharmaceutical industry, Jenni has extensive expertise in Quality Control and Quality Assurance. She has led improvements in Pharmaceutical Quality Systems for manufacturing and packing operations, helping to ensure supplier quality across the Netherlands, Ireland and the U.S. Jenni’s efforts have elevated GMP standards, streamlined deviation close outs and enhanced regulatory inspection readiness.
John Spenn

John Spenn

John is a quality expert with over 25 years in the biopharmaceutical and life sciences industries. He has held senior roles in quality management, regulatory processes and validation (CQV) lifecycle for equipment, facilities, utilities, sterilisation and computer systems. Currently a Director at Dorset Quality Services, John provides validation and quality consulting.
Lisa Banwell

Lisa Banwelll

Lisa is a skilled Quality and Regulatory Consultant with a strong background in medical device manufacturing, pharmaceutical analysis and fine chemical manufacturing. Specialising in auditing, inspection management, regulatory strategy and authority communication across diverse products, Lisa’s experience covers infusion devices, contact lenses, sterile single-use devices and neurophysiological and vascular diagnostic equipment.
Neil Wayman

Neil Wayman

Neil has over 30 years of experience in technical and quality assurance management, specialising in custom pharma quality systems, GMP remediation and transformational change. A trained microbiologist, Neil is an expert in global supply chain management, third-party oversight and Quality Management Systems. Since 2021, Neil has been an independent consultant with RSSL, specialising in GMP training, leadership, inspection management, as well being a mentor for Qualified Persons.
Nick Brand

Nick Brand

A proven leader in the pharmaceutical industry, Nick has built a distinguished career driving quality, compliance, and business excellence across global operations. With a foundation in QA and extensive experience spanning QC, Production, MS&T (NPI) and Change Projects, he brings a holistic understanding of how organisations can achieve sustainable compliance and performance.
Peter Deegan (1)

Peter Deegan

Peter is an experienced Pharmaceutical QA professional, with over 30 years GMP, ISO 9001 Quality Systems, audit and training experience. Peter is adept at working with a cross-slice of people to drive a positive ‘Quality Culture’, from shopfloor to boardroom and is passionate about passing on his personal experience to others, through education, coaching, mentoring and training.
Rebecca Rutter (2)

Rebecca Rutter

Rebecca is a highly experienced pharmaceutical professional, eligible to act as a QP under the permanent provisions. She is a recognised subject matter expert in Biotechnology products and ATMPs, with a distinguished career that includes leadership roles at several of the world's most prestigious pharmaceutical companies. Rebecca has a proven track record in establishing and managing greenfield manufacturing facilities, implementing robust processes, optimising supply chains, and delivering critical strategic milestones. Her global expertise includes leading complex remediation activities, ensuring compliance and excellence across diverse regulatory environments.
Rob Hughes

Rob Hughes

Rob has more than 40 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry spanning various operational, project and senior strategic leadership positions in commercial manufacturing and development QA. With experience of the application of QA across control laboratories, API, solids, creams and liquids manufacture and third-party audit and evaluation, Rob’s knowledge makes him a valued member of our pharmaceutical training programme.
Roger Steward (2)

Roger Steward

Roger has a broad pharmaceutical background, starting at Wolfson Applied Technology Laboratories with Micro Total Analysis Systems and Near-Patient Tests. He then worked at Wrafton Laboratories on formulation and method development. Later, Roger led the Stability and Analytical Support teams at Perrigo UK, specialising in method development and validation. At Accord-UK Ltd, Roger managed Product Transfer projects and now oversees Third Party Compliance as a trainee Qualified Person.
Sion Wyn

Sion Wyn

Sion is a recognised authority in computer system validation, compliance and international regulatory standards. A key member of the team behind the FDA's Guidance on 21 CFR Part 11 Scope and Application, Sion later received the prestigious FDA Group Recognition Award for the impact he had made.
Sue Mann

Sue Mann

Sue is an experienced QP with over 40 years in the pharmaceutical industry, specialising in Good Manufacturing Practice. Since founding her consultancy in 2009, she has advised global companies on best practices and operational improvements. An inspiring trainer, Sue can break down complex topics in understandable elements and can provide appropriate training to all career levels.
Tim Sandle

Tim Sandle

Dr. Tim Sandle has over twenty-five years’ experience of microbiological research and biopharmaceutical processing. A member of several editorials boards, Tim has written 30 books and over 700 book chapters, peer reviewed papers and technical articles relating to microbiology and pharmaceutical and healthcare sciences.
David Moulding (1)

David Moulding

David Moulding, Registration Standards Specialist at the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), will be delivering a presentation covering QP Eligibility and the Application Process.
Tony Orme

Tony Orme

Now an independent consultant, Tony has 32 years' experience in the regulation of pharmaceuticals with the MHRA, with 22 years within the MHRA Inspectorate leading onto several high profile and complex inspections. Tony has been involved in the development of most UK GDP policies and has a deep understanding on the practical application of GDP, the medicines supply chain and the Human Medicines Regulations.
Zoe Betteridge

Zoë Betteridge

Zoë earned her PhD from the University of Bath and the Department of Health, focusing on the optimisation of vaccine production. With over a decade as a research fellow, she identified novel autoantibodies and developed accredited diagnostic assays and algorithms. Now a Senior Scientist & Chemometrician, Zoë prepares regulatory filings, reviews ICH guideline updates and serves as a subject matter expert in statistics and data analysis.