Bio

Stephen became the Chief Manufacturing Officer of the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult in 2018, leading the strategic manufacturing, supply chain, skills and industrial growth programmes. Prior to this, Stephen was the founding Chief Operating Officer from January 2013, establishing the world-class process and analytical capabilities at both the Guy’s Hospital facilities in London; plus designed, built and obtained a GMP license for the innovative manufacturing centre in Stevenage. He brings a career in biological medicine research, development, and manufacturing to the organisation, with a cell and gene focus for almost 2 decades. Stephen enjoys bringing cutting edge technologies to patients, by developing commercially viable products. Stephen is passionate about securing and growing the cell and gene therapy manufacturing and development supply chain. He is the current Chair of the BIA’s Manufacturing Advisory Committee, actively promoting and supporting UK biomanufacturing at Government as well as grass root level. His first degree was from the University of Birmingham, and his second degree from the Medical School of Southampton University.