Beatson Cancer Charity
Alan Kilpatrick BEM is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in both the charitable and corporate sectors. As Honorary President and Non Executive Director of Beatson Cancer Charity since its inception in 2014, Alan co-founded Friends of the Beatson in 1995 and was recognized with the British Empire Medal in 2013 for contributions to cancer care in West Scotland. Currently serving as Managing Director at The North British Distillery Company Ltd. and Chairman of The Scotch Whisky Research Institute, Alan held various leadership roles at Baxters Food Group and Devro plc, including Group Strategy Director and Regional Director. Alan's career commenced at Coopers & Lybrand, progressing from Chartered Accountant to Senior Manager in Corporate Finance. Academic credentials include a degree from the University of Glasgow.
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Beatson Cancer Charity
We exist to enhance the experience, treatment, outcomes and wellbeing of all current and former Beatson patients and their families in the broadest possible sense. Working in partnership with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, the Beatson Cancer Charity delivers non-clinical services and funding enhancements in cancer treatment, care and research at the Beatson that will contribute to changing the face of cancer treatment on a local, national and international scale. Significant funding provides additional patient and family resources and facilities, innovative service developments and enhanced medical equipment. The charity also provides further staff training and development as well as additional resources including clinical nurse specialists, radiography, physics and research-based staff.