Urfan Ali

Urfan Ali is an accomplished professional working at the intersection of narrative, design, and social change. They served as the Head of Digital at the University of Bristol from 2002 to 2016, overseeing the digital strategy and governance for a diverse online presence. Currently, Urfan is the Chair and Director of FirstGens, a national award-winning service supporting first-generation university students, and holds advisory roles with Common Purpose and Babbasa, a social enterprise that empowers disadvantaged youth. With educational credentials in Civil Engineering and Mathematical Modelling, Urfan also directs Planet Urf Consulting, focusing on inclusive brand and product development.