Alexis Holden has extensive experience in research and enterprise services at the University of Central Lancashire, currently serving as Director of Research and Enterprise Service since October 2002. Previous roles include Head of Funding, Development & Support, Director of Research Services, and Head of Research Services, all of which involved leading multiple units to support the academic community's research ambitions. Earlier positions include Business Partner in the Knowledge Transfer Service and Head of the RKT Unit within the Faculty of Science & Technology. Alexis Holden holds an MBA in Business and Management from The Open University, a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Strathclyde, and a BSc (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Sciences with Chemistry from De Montfort University.