Claire was promoted to Associate Director in late 2023, having previously held roles as Regional Manager, Senior Business Development Manager, and Head of UK Membership Development. Claire joined the Institution in 2004 and has extensive experience in professional registration, membership development, and accreditation across the engineering sector. Claire has played a key role in broadening the membership base to include Engineering Technicians alongside Incorporated and Chartered Engineers. She has led targeted initiatives with employers, universities, students, apprentices, and the armed forces to engage members and deliver tailored workshops, seminars, and events across all career stages. Claire’s leadership responsibilities include professional registration, membership, accreditation, professional services, global membership development, and member networks. She has had responsibility for End Point Assessment (EPA) since 2020 and was more recently appointed the Institution’s Senior Responsible Officer. In this capacity, Claire provides strategic leadership, ensuring the Institution delivers high standards of professional recognition, regulation, and support across its global community. Outside of work, Claire enjoys swimming, travelling, and gardening.