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Our people: Core Team

Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley Directors and Board members are listed first. Scroll down or click through to the next pages for other members of our team. Alternatively, you can refine your search by using the specialties listed below.

Dr Paul Durrands

Paul joined in 2013. He has oversight of all its activities with a particular focus on governance, business planning, environmental sustainability and partnerships with integrated care systems. ​Paul has an extensive commercial background, with international experience of licensing, contracting and mergers and acquisitions​. He has also been a director of two life sciences companies and […]

Specialties: Core Team HIOTV Board

Martin Leaver

Martin is an experienced communications professional with a background in journalism and public relations. He has worked with the Oxford AHSN/Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley since 2013. He oversees links with its many partners across the NHS, universities and industry and coordinates communications including websites, newsletters, publications and social media. Martin works closely with communications […]

Specialties: Core Team

Amy Izzard

Amy supports the Chief Operating Officer and programme office to ensure the delivery of HIOTV’s programmes. She is the main HR link between HIOTV and our host Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Amy also works closely with the Head of Communications on a variety of projects.

Specialties: Core Team Programme Office

Rochelle Nelson

Rochelle has held a number of roles since joining the organisation in 2014. In 2025 she became Executive Assistant and Office Manager, supporting senior leaders and ensuring the office runs smoothly. Prior to this she was part of the Strategic and Industry Partnerships team with responsibilities in communications, digital marketing and project management.

Specialties: Core Team

Emma Fairman

Emma became a member of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) in 2010 and has 14 years’ experience in NHS financial and management accounting having worked at Oxfordshire Primary Care Trust, Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Health Education England.

Specialties: Core Team