Hannah Tilston

Interim CEO at Versed AI

Hannah Tilston has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies.

Hannah currently works at Versed AI, where they are the Chief Operating Officer. Hannah helps companies mitigate risk by illuminating their supply chains below Tier 1, enabling them to identify and monitor sub-tier exposure.

Before joining Versed AI, Hannah worked as an Interim CEO at Versed AI, providing maternity cover.

Additionally, Hannah has experience as a Contributing Writer at The Business Transformation Network (The BTN), where they contributed articles.

Previously, Hannah was an Entrepreneur and LON3 Cohort Member at Antler, a startup generator and early-stage VC firm.

Hannah has a significant history with BAE Systems. Their roles at BAE Systems include Head of Procurement - Technology & People Capability, Resourcing & Talent Lead - Head Office, Project Manager - Strategy & Product Development, Sigma Leadership Development Programme, Strategic Workforce Planning Lead, Commercial Manager, Procurement Lead, Affordability Project Manager, and Project Management Graduate.

Hannah also worked at BAE Systems Australia as a Project Management and Commercial Manager, leading an inventory management investigation and implementing cultural changes to improve profitability.

Overall, Hannah Tilston has a wealth of experience in various leadership, procurement, and project management roles in both startup and large-scale corporate environments.

Hannah Tilston has a diverse education history. Hannah began their tertiary education at the University of Cambridge from 2007 to 2010, where they obtained a Master of Arts (MA) in Natural Sciences. Following this, they pursued further studies at the University of Southampton from 2010 to 2011, earning a Master of Science (MSc) in Oceanography.

In 2018, Hannah enrolled at the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School, where they completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from 2018 to 2020. Their MBA focused on the field of Corporate-startup collaboration and open innovation.

Before their university education, Hannah attended Lady Eleanor Holles School from 2000 to 2007, where they completed their A level qualifications in biology, chemistry, and maths.

In addition to their academic achievements, Hannah also obtained certifications outside of their formal education. In 2009, they became a PADI Divemaster through the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI). Hannah also holds certifications in CIPS Level 4 (Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply) and PRINCE2 Foundation & Practitioner, although the specific institutions and dates for the latter two certifications are not provided.

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Timeline

  • Interim CEO

    May 1, 2024 - present

  • Chief Operating Officer

    September, 2021

  • Interim CEO (Maternity cover)

    March, 2021