Vanessa Furey

Vanessa Furey is an experienced professional in public affairs and campaign management, currently serving as the Head of External Affairs at the Institution of Civil Engineers since September 2023. Prior to this role, Furey was a Public Affairs Manager at National Highways from January 2021 to August 2023, and held the position of Campaigns and Public Affairs Manager at the Institution of Civil Engineers from July 2019 to January 2021. Furey has a strong track record of impactful campaigning, including significant consumer protection initiatives at Which?, where key achievements included securing a reimbursement scheme for victims of fraud and enhancing international presence through strategic campaigns. Furey's earlier career features roles in various organizations, including Action on Hearing Loss, Parkinson's UK, and VSO, showcasing a commitment to advocacy and policy development across multiple sectors. Furey holds a degree from the University of Chester.