Our Team

Kate joined Drax in 2018 to support the development of our consumer practice across both private equity and high growth companies. Her main focus is within the Retail and Branded Consumer Goods sectors, working across all cap sizes and with a Pan-European focus, supporting brands and funds both pre and post deal. She is also passionate about supporting Founder owned and primary investments as they navigate the world of private capital, and as such leads our Founder coverage. She previously spent three years working for an executive search and advisory firm specialising in private equity, having started her career in Investment Management. Kate graduated in 2011 with a Masters in English Literature from Balliol College, Oxford.

Outside of work, Kate's dedication to expanding her consumer knowledge across all subsectors knows no bounds, much to the detriment of her bank balance.

Mark joined DRAX over a decade ago and leads assignments across all sectors within both PE backed and high growth companies. Mark has focuses on developing our presence within consumer and leisure. The recent assignments Mark has led have been wide ranging Board and Operational Board hires across the value chain from early stage, private equity & high growth through to large cap businesses. The work includes searches in Travel and Leisure, Consumer Goods, Consumer Services, Food and Drink and Multi-channel Retail.

Jamie joined the Consumer Practice in 2021 after working for a boutique headhunting firm specialising in senior management and C-Suite roles in the hospitality sector across the EMEA, GCC and USA. After completing a degree in Business and International Hospitality Management at Oxford Brookes University in 2014, Jamie spent five years working with a number of leading hospitality and lifestyle brands in London before pivoting to the world of Executive Search.

Zoe joined Drax as Associate Director focused on the Retail and broader Consumer sector, to support with the delivery across the Consumer Practice.

Prior to this, Zoe has worked for publicly listed, founder, private and PE backed companies, based in both the UK and EMEA. Starting her career in Human Resources, Zoe holds ten years of focused delivery management experience of talent acquisition, senior executive and C-suite hiring, providing market research and data insight solutions for clients; as part of the broader Retail and Consumer Board practise of a leading global organisational consultancy and a consumer boutique.

Zoe graduated from Winchester School of Art (University of Southampton), with a BA (Hons) in Fashion, Promotion & Marketing.

Outside of work Zoe enjoys practising her creative interests in floristry, cooking and anything crafty.

Max joined Drax in 2021 as an Associate Director to support the delivery of assignments across the Consumer Practice. He has previous experience working within Executive Search at a global boutique search firm and worked across their broad functions and practices before specialising in Sports, Media and Entertainment, delivering C-Suite and Board level mandates across Europe, US and Asia.

Max is an Agri-Business graduate form Newcastle University and in his spare time, enjoys playing cricket and tennis to some varying degree of success.

Grace joined Drax in 2022 as a Personal Assistant to the Managing Director and Partner of the Consumer Team. Prior to Drax, Grace was at Investec for nearly seven years as a Personal Assistant looking after a mixture of Divisional Directors and Senior Investment Managers.  

Her favourite hobbies are long dog walks in the countryside and spending time in her family holiday home in Spain.

Demi recently joined the Consumer Practice as an Operations Executive in April 2022, after working within the NHS for several years. During this time, most of her workload involved Operations, Procedure Improvements, Training and Data Analytics. Prior to this Demi studied Sociology and Social Sciences at Christ Church University.​

Alongside her experience within the public sector, she also lived and worked in Sydney back in 2018 as part of a working holiday visa, where she joined a Recruitment Company for 6 months.​

Outside of work, Demi loves socialising with friends, finding new board games to add to the ever-growing collection, and a more recent addition, discovering hidden independent coffee shops!

Royona joined DRAX Executive as part of the company's Graduate Scheme in September 2022 after graduating with a Modern Languages Degree (French & Spanish with a Year Abroad) from King's College London in 2021. She spent the past year as a French and Spanish tutor and volunteered remotely as a Spanish Translator & Proofreader at a Peruvian NGO that addresses the educational needs of children and vulnerable adults in an extremely impoverished area of Northern Peru. She is currently working in the Consumer practice before moving onto Leadership Dynamics.

Outside of work, Royona enjoys cooking, travelling, and dance.

Harriet joined Drax in 2021 and is a Director within the consumer practice. Previously, she led the hospitality, travel and leisure sectors as well as supporting the broader consumer Partners’ on delivery at a global boutique search firm. During her career, Harriet has developed an extensive network across the consumer industries and a strong track record in placing senior executives into both listed and private equity backed businesses on a global scale, with recent focuses on Asia and the US. Harriet graduated from Loughborough University with a degree in Politics.

In her spare time Harriet spends as much time as she can skiing in the Swiss Alps, and outside the season can frequently be found spectating sporting events, particularly horse racing and rugby.

Simona has recently joined DRAX as a Consultant for the Consumer practice. She focuses on supporting delivery of assignments across various Private Equity backed firms within the Consumer sector.

Simona graduated from the University of Warwick with a degree in Politics and International Studies. She spent the next couple of years working at a Leadership Consulting firm, supporting Consultants and Principals with project management and delivery.

Simona is bilingual - fluent in Lithuanian and outside of work, she takes pleasure in travelling, experiencing new cultures and cuisines.’

Sebastian joined Drax in 2014 as a researcher and supported the delivery of assignments for high growth businesses and those backed by private equity across a number of sectors. More recently he has supported the development of the consumer practice with board level appointments spearheading Drax’s engagement across both F&B businesses and those in Travel, Leisure and Hospitality, something that he is personally passionate about. Sebastian graduated from the University of Bristol in 2014, having read history.

Outside of work, and other than travelling, Sebastian is passionate about skiing, the gym, is an avid watcher of all sports and enjoys live music and gigs.

Lucy joined Drax’s CFO practice in 2021, after spending two years at a specialist recruitment company, where she focused on CFOs in Private Equity, both mid- and large-cap, across all sectors. Prior to this, Lucy graduated with a First-Class degree from Leeds University and a Master's degree in Gender and Politics from UCL. in 2023 Lucy moved to DRAX Consumer team to focus on CFO placements within Consumer.

Outside of work, Lucy is a self proclaimed restaurant connoisseur and enjoys doing a variety of gym classes from Boxing to Barre. Lucy also leads on Drax’s approach to Diversity and Inclusion.

Ruby leads on searches within PE backed and high growth Technology & Tech-Enabled businesses. Recently Ruby has undertaken multiple searches on behalf of our clients to maximise the opportunity that digitisation presents to their businesses across a variety of different sectors from both the B2B and B2C environments. Ruby leads on diversity within leadership across the company and has been both an early adopter and instrumental in introducing Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In initiative to the UK.

Mayur Rane brings over 15 years of experience in the retained executive search industry. He is a Director within Drax Executive’s Technology Practice with a focus on supporting Private Equity backed and Corporate Listed businesses in leadership advisory and talent acquisition. Prior to this, he was with The Up Group, as a Senior Consultant focused on executing C-suite mandates for VC and PE backed B2B SaaS clients across Europe. Previously, Mayur spent over 8 years with Korn Ferry’s Technology Practice in Asia with a focus on software and platforms, semiconductors, communications, and digital sub-sectors.

Mayur began his career in India with 3P Consultants Private Limited, a boutique retained executive search consulting firm specializing in Engineering, Life Sciences and Healthcare. He worked with DHR International, a US based global retained executive search firm, for four years in their Mumbai and Singapore offices executing search mandates across the Industrial, Life Sciences & Healthcare, Real Estate and Advanced Technology sectors across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Mayur holds a Masters Degree in Science from the University of Mumbai.

Patrick is a Partner within the Technology & Tech-Enabled practice. He joined Drax in 2017 and has delivered assignments across a variety of private equity-backed organisations, encompassing pre and post-deal mandates. This has involved supporting a breadth of leadership teams and value creation strategies. Geographically, Patrick has worked across the Nordics, DACH and Benelux regions as well as with UK businesses. Previously, Patrick spent some time living in Zambia supporting social enterprises.

Outside of work, most sports appeal albeit his ability doesn't match his enthusiasm.

Jennifer is part of our Admin Team here at Drax. She works across our CFO and Tech and Tech Enabled Practice. Jennifer graduated with a First-Class bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2020. Previously to DRAX, Jennifer worked as an Assistant Psychologist for one of the UK’s leading providers of mental health services, who work both privately and with the NHS.

Outside of work Jennifer enjoys traveling and socialising with family & friends.

Bertie has been with Drax Executive in the Technology and Technology-enabled Practice since 2021. Her main focus is working with PE-backed businesses experiencing significant growth across both UK and European markets. Before joining Drax, Bertie worked in recruitment consulting for close to 4 years, specializing in financial and technology-related client profiles. Prior to this, her first role was within the office of the Chairman of the Conservative Party.

Bertie holds a BA in Archaeology from the University of Newcastle. She is a qualified ski instructor, and in her spare time enjoys exploring new terrain on horseback whilst trying to keep relatively fit!

Joining in 2019, George is an Associate Director within the Technology & Tech-Enabled Practice. He has successfully delivered assignments for a number of private equity and venture capital backed businesses across a number of technology related sub-sectors including: Software, IT Services, IoT & Telecommunications. He has also successfully supported a variety of businesses develop their executive leadership teams across both the UK & US markets. Prior to joining Drax, George spent a year living and working in Melbourne, Australia.

Outside of work George likes to play as many sports as time allows, and is a religious follower of the NFL and F1. He considers himself a coffee connoisseur and so is constantly on the hunt for the best local café.

Anela joined the business in 2021, and since has worked extensively across the Financial Services and Technology and Tech-Enabled sectors throughout her time at Drax. Her focus is predominantly on supporting high-growth, SaaS businesses which are private equity backed or owned/founder led, and understanding the challenges of scaling and growing businesses.

Anela graduated from the University of Strathclyde with an LLB in Scots Law, and in her spare time enjoys playing tennis and netball, and visiting art galleries and exhibitions.

Alex joined Drax in 2020 as is currently a Consultant for Leadership Dynamics, Drax’s in-house data and analytics team. Alex is currently supporting the Technology & Tech-Enabled practice with leadership analysis and insights through harnessing the power of Leadership Dynamics’ product suite. His primary focus includes supporting PACE, our behavioural assessment tool designed especially for leaders in private equity, and Leadership Dynamics, our proprietary analytics tool.

Alex graduated from the University of Nottingham with a BA in History and Ancient History. Outside of work, Alex enjoys playing rugby, football, and lacrosse. While he spends most weeks watching West Ham.

Jack is a Partner in our Business Services Practice. He joined DRAX in 2009 as a Research Analyst with an early focus on the Private Equity space, and during his time in the business, Jack has worked with a wide range of private equity firms and portfolio companies to support with CFO appointments and senior finance hires. Jack leads on CFO mandates, both in the UK and Europe. From a sector perspective, Jack predominantly works with portfolio companies across business and support services, consumer services and manufacturing and industrials.

Jack spent his early life in the northwest close to the Lake District, then graduated from the University of Nottingham with a 2:1 Honours degree in Russian and Slavonic Studies.

Outside work, Jack is a keen runner, golfer, cricketer, and enjoys outdoor pursuits, reading and travelling when time permits.

Mark leads Drax's CFO Practice, which is one of the market leading practices for Private Equity CFOs in the UK, and constitutes circa 30% of the firms recruitment fee revenue per annum. Mark has successfully delivered numerous CFO searches across a range of sectors for PE backed portfolio companies across Europe and is a trusted advisor to a number of Private Equity Houses. He is also responsible for building relationships within the CFO and broader community to support and coach their own personal career development.

Sandy is the CFO Practice’s Group Insights Manager. She joined DRAX’s CFO practice as a Team Administrator in September 2021 after graduating with Psychology degree from the University of St Andrews earlier that year. Before DRAX, Sandy worked part-time along her studies as a data assistant for a tech marketing company in the US.

Outside of work, Sandy is an avid tennis player and long-distance runner.

Sundas joined DRAX in 2022. Sundas prides herself in building a diverse strategic talent pool by utilising LCap Group’s Leadership Dynamics and PACE products. Before DRAX, Sundas spent 7 years delivering on a variety of global C-Suite searches based on thorough market mapping, perception analysis, employee value proposition, and succession planning in Financial Services, Consumer, TMT, Legal and Public Sector. Sundas graduated with a First in BSc Economics and Finance from the University of Brighton.

Outside of work, Sundas spends time with her son building Lego models, solving word puzzles, and enjoys spinning classes.

Alex joined Drax as a Researcher in 2015 and has supported the development of our Financial Services & Professional Services practice from its earliest stages. He has successfully delivered pre & post deal assignments for high growth PE backed businesses across various sub-sectors including; Insurance, Asset & Wealth management, Lending & Specialty Finance, Fintech, Trust Corporate Services & Fund Admin, Consulting, Accountancy, Legal Services and broader professional services.

When not working Alex can be found out on or by the water, he is an avid sailor & has competed at various European & World Championships.

Andrew joined Drax in May 2021 having spent 15 years in Search working across Financial Services, in particular with challenger and new entrant banks, specialist lenders, consumer finance, FinTech's, payments and servicers for Public and Private Equity clients. Andrew has appointed at Exec and Non-Executive Board and Senior Management across a wide range of functions. Andrew brings his experience of financial services to help strengthen our existing relationships and continue the growth of the Financial Services team. Andrew holds a BENG in Civil Engineeering from the Univeristy of Aberdeen.

Outside of work Andrew is Dad to William and Charlotte and enjoys coaching William's U15 rugby team and watching Charlotte on the hockey pitch.

Chris joined Drax in 2021 to help grow the Financial and Professional Services practice, with a particular focus on private equity and high growth tech-enabled businesses in the sector. After a number of entrepreneurial ventures, he spent 10 years working in executive search as a strategic advisor to public and private market fund management businesses, globally. Prior to joining Drax, he spent 2.5 years launching and growing startups in UK and California to first event, adding an insightful perspective to our practice. Chris hold a BA in History of Art from UEA and University of Sydney, a post-graduate diploma in M&A and Private Equity Valuation.

Outside of work, Chris enjoys picking up after his 2 small children and time on the golf course.

George joined Drax after travelling and working abroad. Beforehand, George has previous experience as a Stock Broker and Business Development Executive; both jobs revolved around sales and client relationships as well as some market research too. Prior to this, George was a student at St Cuthbert’s College, Durham studying Liberal Arts. While studying, George decided to pursue an entrepreneurial endeavour with some fellow students at Durham.

Outside of work George enjoys reading, sports (football, cricket, boxing), cinema and spending quality time with friends and family.

Emilia joined DRAX in 2015 as a researcher & has successfully delivered assignments across a variety of private equity backed organisations. Since 2018, Emilia has focused on Financial and Professional Services assignments both pre & post deal, across insurance, fintech, consulting and legal services. Emilia holds a BA in Classics from the University of Nottingham.

In her free time, Emilia enjoys watching and playing sport, and seeing friends and family. When possible, she likes to spend time in the mountains (both winter and summer), Pilates and trying out new restaurants.

Will joined DRAX Executive as part of the company’s Graduate Scheme in September 2022 after completing his Dual Master’s degree in International Politics and History at Peking University and The London School of Economics. He is currently working in the Financial Services practice before rotating into the Business Services team. Previously, Will has worked in at a global financial services consultancy.

Outside of work, Will enjoys travelling, reading literature and learning Mandarin Chinese.

Mete joined DRAX Executive as part of the company's Graduate Scheme in 2022 after completing a degree and a master's in law at the University of Exeter. He has since become the dedicated Leadership Dynamics consultant for the Financial Services practice, harnessing the power of our product suite in order to provide powerful insights to drive the leadership advisory process.

Outside of work, Mete enjoys visiting family in Turkey, as well as being an avid football and basketball fan.

Euan joined Drax in 2018 from another search firm where he spent the previous six years working exclusively with private equity funds. He’s been in the recruitment market since 2010. He is a Partner focussing on the Financial Services & Professional Services markets, originating, and executing searches across Board and C-suite. Euan supports management teams and their private equity sponsors achieve their growth aspirations through impactful leadership change and analysis.

Euan graduated from Loughborough University in 2007. His young family keeps him occupied when not in the office, but he also enjoys most sports, more watching than playing now unfortunately.

Talia joined Drax's Financial Services team as a Consultant to support the delivery of assignments for a range of Private Equity backed firms. She began her career placing strategy consultants into large corporates and Private Equity at a boutique executive search firm, and prior to this graduated with a Psychology and Art History degree from the University of St Andrews. With an international background across Europe, Australia, and Asia, Talia enjoys opportunities to travel and work globally.

Mathew is the Managing Director responsible for our Financial Services & Professional Services practice. Mat joined Drax as a graduate in January 2009 and progressed through various roles before setting up the Financial Services practice in 2015. He has extensive experience in supporting investors and boards in building high performing leadership teams across a variety of sectors including Wealth Management, Insurance, FinTech, Payments, Specialty Finance, Trust Corporate Services & Fund Admin, Consulting, Accountancy, Legal Services and broader professional services. Mat graduated with a degree in International History and Politics from the University of Leeds in 2007.

Outside of work, Mat is married to a secondary school teacher, has two young daughters and is an avid Leeds United supporter. In his younger years, he was an average goalkeeper and a better poker player; having been ranked in the UK Top 20 and twice playing at the World Series of Poker Main Event in Las Vegas.

Brenda joined Drax in May 2022 as an Operations Executive where she will be supporting the Financial Services practice with all operational functions. Following the completion of a Law Degree, and prior to joining Drax, Brenda gained experience in Logistics Operations.

Outside of work, Brenda’s main hobbies include painting and pottery making. 

Benedict joined Drax in 2021 to support the development of the Deal Advisory practice. He previously spent three years working with Bain & Company, a global management consultancy, where he helped to launch a new service proposition (the Bain Advisor Network) to support clients by aligning External Advisors to support on projects – in particular, large cap private equity clients seeking External Advisor support on deal processes during commercial due diligence. Earlier in his career, Benedict worked for a private equity focused executive search and advisory firm.

Upon finishing her Undergraduate degree at Durham University, Maddy attended Oxford University to complete a Master of Science in Latin American Studies. Following this, she began her career in executive search, supporting private equity clients at a large global expert network. Maddy joined Drax in 2022, where she works to drive impact and identify transaction opportunities within the Deal Advisory team.  

Maddy speaks French and Spanish fluently, and is passionate about Latin American politics and history.  Outside of work, she enjoys singing and performs frequently with renowned national choirs. You might also find her on stage in a London venue performing with a live band.

James is responsible for DRAX’s engagement with Private Equity and proposition development. Having led the focus within Private Equity for over a decade, James has led and supported a number of significant Private Equity transactions from early stage high growth through to large cap businesses by bringing alongside the executive teams of Chair, CEO and CFO throughout Europe and the US. His experience and knowledge within Private Equity and associated advisors is extensive.

Jessica is the Operations Executive within the Tech and Tech Enabled practice. Whilst completing a degree in Sports, Fitness and Coaching at The Open University, Jessica worked as a Nanny and Personal Assistant, and established herself in the Fitness Industry as a Coach and Personal Trainer. Prior to starting at Drax in July 2022, Jessica also gained experience in Sales, Studio and Operations within the Health and Leisure industry.

Outside of work, she trains for Triathlons, is a parkrun tourist enthusiast, plays Netball, and is passionate about the environment and sustainability.

John joined Drax in 2020 and is currently an Associate Director for Leadership Dynamics. By harnessing the power of the Leadership Dynamics product suite, he provides powerful insights for private equity houses and portfolio businesses pre-and-post deal to help enable them to create and crystallise maximal value. He is heavily focused on supporting investors and portfolio businesses with off-market deal origination, which is powered by LCap's proprietary Transaction Propensity algorithm. He was previously a Consultant at a private equity focused executive search business. John has a First Class BA and MA in Political Science from the University of Birmingham and won multiple MA scholarships following his award-winning undergraduate dissertation.

Outside of work, John enjoys making music, going to the gym, and watching Aston Villa.

William is focused on the broad industrials sector, with a particular focus on working on pan-European assignments. His particular focus is pre-deal and board searches. He joined Drax after spending three years with Skillcapital where he worked on a wide variety of search assignments for private equity-backed businesses within the European industrial and services sector. Previously, William was an investment banker for 16 years, including ten years based in Paris. He worked for global banks Citigroup, BNP Paribas and Royal Bank of Canada, where he advised both corporate and private equity clients on numerous M&A transactions and capital raisings.

Leigha joined Drax 2022 to support the Business Services Department. Throughout the years Leigha has supported many businesses through Business Development she is an incredibly creative person who has led and supported a number of projects to improve the activities of business within the Finance, Construction and Creative Arts Industry. Her experience and knowledge of Business Development, Design, and Customer Experience is immeasurable.

Outside of work Leigha is a keen lover of art, music and culture. Leigha is an advocate for health and wellbeing and spends her participating yoga, swimming and enjoying long nature walks. Education: BA Hons Digital Photography

David leads searches in private equity & debt funds across EMEA and the US and is responsible for delivering searches in high growth & large cap businesses. He is also a member of the Drax Board focused on the client experience and developing our capabilities. David delivers Chair, Non Executive and CEO appointments and recently undertook a global search across health services that captured a short list of candidates from three continents.

Outside of work, David has a passion for sports, in particular golf and rugby. David also enjoys spending time with his family

Howard joined DRAX Executive as part of the company's Graduate Scheme in September 2022 after completing a Masters degree in International Human Resource Management. He is currently working in the Business Services practice before moving onto Financial Services. Howard has previous experience in a host of customer facing roles, such as a Chalet Host on his year abroad.

Outside of work, Howard enjoys sports such as football and skiing, as well as spending time outdoors and with friends.

Clare sits within the Business Services practice at Drax Executive. She previously led on Partner and Managing Director appointments within Deal Advisory and Restructuring for Global Consulting and Advisory Firms. Clare started her career based in Sydney (with some time in Hong Kong) retained on C-Suite and Board level for ASX100 and global privately owned businesses.

Equipped with a Psychology Degree, Clare is now currently pursuing a Bachelor of Health Sciences. The rest of her spare time can be summed up by the "Three B's": books, bowling and Bollinger.

Matthew joined DRAX in early 2021. He works in the Business Services practice with a focus on executive and non-executive roles within the logistics, distribution, support services and construction sectors. He spent the previous 18 years focused on Procurement and Operations leadership mandates within privately owned and listed businesses. Matthew graduated from Aston University with BSc in Business & Psychology.

Outside of work Matthew enjoys keeping fit, and generally ferrying his 2 boys to multiple sports activities.

Ella joined DRAX in 2022 after moving to the UK from Vancouver, Canada. Ella worked in client service, marketing and account management within the travel and hospitality sector before pivoting into executive search and leadership consulting. She is passionate about the study of human development and holds a degree (B.A.) in Human Geography and Diploma of Marketing Management.

Outside of work Ella enjoys running, barre, and pilates, as well as trying new food and exploring London.

Adam joined Drax in 2021 to grow our coverage within infrastructure, real estate and sustainable technology markets. He recently spent three years at a high-growth search and leadership advisory firm, where he founded and grew their Cities Practice. Over the years, Adam has developed an extensive track record across a range of market themes and asset classes, which has primarily involved advising investors, private equity firms, government bodies and listed companies on Chair, Non-Executive Director and C-suite appointments.

Elliott joined Drax’s Business Services practice, to focus on leading the research and delivery of projects associated with the Healthcare and Life Sciences markets. Prior to Drax, Elliott came from a background working in contingent recruitment with his specialism focusing on building scientific teams of start-up and seed funded pharmaceutical, medical diagnostics and healthcare companies. In addition, he has assisted on a select number of mandates for senior positions of venture capital backed biotechnology companies.

Nancy joined DRAX as a Consultant within the Business Services Practice, where she supports in a research and project execution capacity. Prior to DRAX, Nancy worked in the Expert Network Industry. She has a Bachelors in Modern Foreign Languages and a Masters in Translation Studies. She has also studied and worked in both France and Spain.

Outside of work, Nancy enjoys travelling, skiing and playing netball.

After deciding that using his Masters Degree was significantly overrated, Kit made the transition into executive search. Since then, Kit has successfully delivered multiple assignments across a range of sectors within private equity and listed environments. Upon joining Drax in 2016, Kit has helped to develop Drax's focus on Board level appointments and now leads our Healthcare & Education Practice, working across health & social care, NHS outsourcing & insourcing, pharma services, life sciences, clinical & consumer healthcare, private school groups, children's nurseries, and learning & training providers.

Outside of work Kit can be found following Sheffield United home and away, however these days he is more likely to be spending time with his young family instead.

Walker joined Drax in 2022, joining the Business Services division. He spent the previous 12 years in Technology & Transformation recruitment, operating in both the UK delivering across EMEA as well as in APAC. He has worked within large scale and boutique consultancies delivering highly specialised search capabilities to clients across all sectors.

Originally a Law Graduate from the University of Edinburgh, Walker moved into the IT recruitment space and leveraged this to support his love of travel worldwide (and following Scotland rugby on the always stressful journey to international stadia)

Josh is a recent Newcastle University graduate having studied History at bachelors and then completing a masters in Finance. Prior to joining Drax Josh worked in expert networking where he partnered with global management consultancy firms including Bain and McKinsey on primary research projects. At Drax Josh supports the Business Services and CFO practices on assignments primarily in the manufacturing, construction and heavy industries sectors.

In his spare time Josh enjoys watching/playing football, rugby and spending time with friends and family

Susannah is a Learning and Development Executive for the LCap Group. She is a key member of the People function, embedding the learning and development agenda across the house of brands. Working with key stakeholders, Susannah is responsible for supporting our colleagues onboarding and continuous development to ensure all teams are empowered with relevant skills and training to optimise performance and career aspirations.

Susannah is also responsible for implementing a thorough internal upskilling agenda across the LCap Group and supports the embedding of Leadership Dynamics working practices. Susannah delivers powerful PACE and Leadership Dynamics training sessions to all internal teams to ensure expertise when delivering our products and platforms to private equity houses and portfolio businesses pre and post-deal. 

Susannah read Geography at Royal Holloway, University of London and enjoyed being President of Royal Holloway Netball Club during her time at university.

Rana is a full-stack marketer with over ten years of expertise in digital marketing, social media, and brand management.

Rana has a diverse range of creative abilities and expertise in all aspects of digital marketing, including strategising and executing new approaches to increase traffic and positively promote brands. Advertising, product development, and innovation are all things that Rana is passionate about.

Katya is Marketing Assistant at DRAX and supports the Marketing Director across marketing activities, including campaign planning, content creation, social media and website management. Prior to joining Drax, Katya worked in executive search, providing administrative support to several practice teams as well as supporting on a wide range of projects across the business including event planning; CSR initiatives; podcast editing and office/operational support. Her previous roles have been in the horseracing industry, as well as international wildlife conservation volunteering.

Outside of work, she can be found horse riding, playing tennis or planning her next weekend getaway.