Mairi Dillon
About Mairi Dillon
Mairi Dillon serves as the Ecosystem Manager for the UK and Ireland at Kadans Science Partner, where she focuses on relationship building and innovative technology. With a background in stakeholder engagement and operations management, she has held various roles in organizations such as CPI and Tharos Ltd.
Current Role at Kadans Science Partner
Mairi Dillon serves as the Ecosystem Manager for the UK and Ireland at Kadans Science Partner. She has held this position since 2022, focusing on fostering relationships within the science and technology sectors. Her role involves engaging with various stakeholders to enhance collaboration and innovation in the ecosystem.
Previous Experience in Stakeholder Engagement
Before her current role, Mairi Dillon worked in several positions that emphasized stakeholder engagement. She was the Stakeholder Engagement Manager at the Compound Semiconductor Applications Catapult in 2019 and held similar roles at Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) from 2018 to 2019. These positions involved building relationships with key stakeholders to support technological advancements.
Background in Operations and Management
Mairi Dillon has a diverse background in operations and management. She served as the Head of Operations at Tharos Ltd for one year in 2016-2017. Additionally, she worked as the Access to Funding and Finance Manager at KTN, where she focused on facilitating financial support for innovative projects.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Mairi Dillon earned her M.A. (Hons) in English Literature from The University of Dundee, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She also holds a B.A. (Hons) from Trent University, where she studied English Literature, Economics, Politics, and International Development Studies in 2010. Her academic background supports her expertise in communication and stakeholder engagement.
Personal Interests and Activities
Mairi Dillon has a personal interest in equestrian activities, which she supports through her professional endeavors. She is known for her passion for innovative technology and is recognized for her ability to connect with others thoughtfully and engagingly, enhancing her effectiveness in her professional roles.