Ali Harrison

Ali Harrison - Non-Executive Director

Ali started her pharmaceutical career in medicinal research before moving on to roles in regulatory affairs and drug development project management. She was Vice President of International Regulatory Affairs for AstraZeneca, overseeing all emerging countries and then Vice President of European Regulatory Affairs. She was Chair of the European Industry Association Regulatory Committees for these regions.

Following her career in industry, Ali became a Non-Executive Director and Board member for an acute and community NHS Trust where she chaired a number of Committees including those accountable for safety and quality of services.

Ali is passionate about working alongside people affected by dementia and was a Board member and trustee for the Alzheimer's Society from 2016 to 2022, where she chaired the Committee responsible for delivering services and also the People Committee. She is a trustee and Vice Chair of The End of Life Partnership, a charity providing support through a programme of education, training and strategic service development.

Ali has taken on a public appointment as Independent Monitoring Board member for His Majesty's Prison and Probation service.

She enjoys dance classes, gardening and sharing a glass of fizz with friends!