The day to day running of Fidra’s projects is carried out by the small team based in North Berwick. You can find out more about each member of the team below.
Prior to creating Fidra, Becky qualified as a GP and then worked in Public Health Medicine at NHS Lothian, NHS Fife and Scottish Government, where she developed a specialist interest in Environmental Public Health.
Michelle has a strong personal interest in the environment and together with her partner commissioned the first Passive House in East Lothian which has won numerous awards for sustainable design.
Sarah worked on a wide range of marine issues in government and within Scotland’s NGO community before joining Fidra.
Clare joined Fidra from a research background, with qualifications in biological sciences, marine environmental protection and biogeography.
Maddy comes from a geosciences research background, having recently completed her PhD in geology. She has a particular interest in public engagement and science communication.
Prior to joining Fidra Kerry worked as a biogeochemist specialising in greenhouse gas and nutrient cycling in natural environments. She is now developing Fidra’s interests in existing and emerging chemical pollutants.
Alasdair joined Fidra from the University of Edinburgh where he worked as a researcher on sustainability and development projects. He has worked for several NGOs on issues ranging from marine plastic pollution to off-grid energy access.
Catherine originally comes from a protective textiles background. She provides administrative, organisational, financial and operational support to the charity, ensuring the Fidra office is running smoothly.
Fidra is an SCIO and Scottish Registered Charity, SCO 43895, and is governed by a Board of Trustees. The charity’s activities are bound by the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005, which is regulated by OSCR. Day to day operations are overseen by the Director.
Abi trained as a zoologist, and then did a PhD on the conservation biology of bats. She has worked for Fauna & Flora International since 1996 in a variety of roles, and is currently their Director of Conservation Science and Design.
David Gait runs Sustainable Investment Funds at Stewart Investors.
