Team

Professor Mark J. Biggs CEng FIChemE (he/him) – Chair

Professor Biggs has served as Associate Principal at Heriot-Watt University since April 2024. Previously, he served as Vice-Principal, Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

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Lee Fitzpatrick (he/him)

Lee is the co-founder and Managing Director of Zebra Growth.

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Al Donald

Angel investment expert and startup funding advisor.

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Jeremy Miles (he/him) – Deputy CEO

Jeremy works across all operations at Firstport, where he supports the team, programme delivery and wider Firstport community.

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Zeme Waldheim-Ross (she/her) – Communications and Engagement Officer

Zeme works across the Communications and Enquiries teams ensuring Firstport is reaching as many people as possible.

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Craig Allan – Digital Communication and CRM Lead

Craig oversees the social media strategy and digital communications activities.

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Charles Morgan (he/him) – Business Advisor

Charles provides start-up support and advice to social entrepreneurs through Just Enterprise, our business support programme.

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Ifeyinwa Kanu

Ifeyinwa is the founder and CEO of IntelliDigest Ltd.

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Gael Drummond (she/her) – Group CEO

Gael is responsible for governance and strategy work across Firstport, FirstImpact, and Impact Investment Partnership Scotland.

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