Kezia Williamson

Kezia Williamson has extensive experience in innovation and funding strategies, currently serving as the Head of Place at Innovate UK Business Connect since February 2010, focusing on regional connectivity and fostering an inclusive innovation ecosystem. Previously, Kezia held positions such as Head of Innovation Insights & Policy and Knowledge Transfer Manager, where contributions included developing strategies for innovative UK companies to secure funding and managing collaborative projects in the biosciences sector. Prior experience includes coordination roles at Argentix, where Kezia successfully produced funding applications for various programmes. Kezia holds a BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences from The University of Edinburgh.