Rachel is Partnerships Research Manager at Cancer Research UK and began this role in 2023. Previously, Rachel worked in prospect development at Alzheimer's Society. She has worked in fundraising for 7 years in community fundraising and supporter engagement roles, before moving into prospect research.
Dr Martyn Colebrook is Prospect Research Manager for Cancer Research UK. He joined in 2019 and has responsibility for the operational management of the Major Philanthropy Prospect Research function. In 2018 Martyn founded the Prospect Research and Data Forum: an information exchange event for fundraisers. His interest in fundraising was piqued following a temporary role as a Research Assistant in the University of Hull's Development and Alumni Relations Department.
Violet is the Prospect Research Manager at London's Air Ambulance Charity. Prior to joining the team in August 2023, she worked in the Philanthropy team at the British Heart Foundation, moving into prospect research in 2021. She is also currently studying for a BA in Classical Studies.
Efe is Prospect Research Manager at Moorfields Eye Charity where she works across Major Gifts, Trusts and Foundations, and Corporate Relations. Prior to this, she worked in prospect development for Florida International University in Miami and in commercial due diligence services for the institutional investment community.
Lubna is Head of Development at The Scar Free Foundation. Before this, she enjoyed fundraising and science communication roles with the Royal Institution, Organic Research Centre, Coram Life Education and Parkinson’s UK. Lubna loves science and is passionate about building meaningful, lifelong relationships with supporters. She has a PhD in Genetics and a Diploma in Fundraising from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising.
Celia Owusu is the Prospect Research Manager at Christian aid, a faith-based international development NGO, where she works across Major Gifts, Trusts and Foundations, and Private Sector Engagement. She has previously worked for King Edward VII Veteran Hospital, as the sole prospect researcher during a Capital appeal. In addition, Celia worked as a compliance, due diligence and project researcher for the Labour Party following her degree in Politics and international relations.
Helena is a Prospect Research Assistant at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. Starting this role in December 2022, she is new to the world of prospect research. She recently completed a Masters in Media, Communications and International Journalism at the University of Glasgow and worked as a student caller during a telethon campaign, where she was first introduced to higher education fundraising.
Nick is Philanthropy & Partnerships Exec at BBC Media Action where he leads on all prospect development. He has previously worked in corporate giving for Crisis’s Christmas team and has a background in Supporter Care – working at ActionAid UK for six years.
Amrita is currently working as a prospect researcher at an international consulting firm. She holds a Master's degree in International Relations and Diplomacy and loves helping others through humanitarian and development work. She researches, writes reports, and makes proposals for different organizations. In her free time, she also helps with advertising and article writing and runs social media for organizations.
Alison is currently working as a Trusts Officer at English Heritage. Her background includes working in prospect research and before that nine years with the Churches Conservation Trust supporting communities with fundraising for historic churches. Alison is passionate about heritage and holds Masters Degrees in Conservation and Interpretation.
Ella Luo is a Development Research Officer at the University of Manchester as part of the Prospect Research team. Prior to joining, she worked in community engagement and programming for cultural institutions in the North West.