Sophie Weston

Sophie Weston currently serves as the Senior Policy, Research and Engagement Manager at Digital Catapult, where responsibilities include leading strategic partnerships within the telecoms sector, particularly focused on the development and deployment of Open Radio Access Networks (Open RAN) through the SONIC Labs initiative. Prior experience includes serving as a Senior Policy Adviser at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and as Programme Manager for Communications Infrastructure and 5G at techUK, where engagement with stakeholders and the organization of key events in the telecommunications sector were primary roles. Earlier career highlights include providing customer service at DG3 and holding various administrative and support positions. Sophie's educational background includes A-Levels from South Essex College and GCSEs from Greensward Academy.