Ed Halliday
About Ed Halliday
Ed Halliday serves as the Head of Research Acceleration at Deeptech Ventures and has held various leadership roles in research and education, including positions at King's College London and Fire Tech. He is also a co-founder of Future Faculty and a fellow of the RSA and Unreasonable Institute.
Current Role at Zinc
Ed Halliday serves as the Head of Research Acceleration at Deeptech Ventures, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on accelerating research initiatives within the deep tech sector. His work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the impact of research and drive innovation. The position is based in London, England, and operates in a hybrid work environment.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Ed Halliday worked at Fire Tech as Chief Operating Officer from 2020 to 2021. He also held the position of UK Country Manager at Fire Tech from 2019 to 2020. His experience includes a brief tenure as Product Development Consultant at Coschool in 2023 and various roles at King's College London, including Head of Ventures and Accelerator Manager. Additionally, he has worked at The Prince's Trust and La Fosse in managerial capacities.
Education and Expertise
Ed Halliday has a robust educational background. He studied Music at the University of Oxford, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2007 to 2010. He also completed a Graduate Certificate in International Relations and Affairs at The London School of Economics and Political Science in 2010. In 2018, he studied Design Thinking at Stanford University, completing the D.school - Design Your Life program. He further enhanced his business acumen with an Introduction to Business course at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford in 2009.
Leadership and Initiatives
Ed Halliday leads the UKRI Healthy Ageing Catalyst Awards, which support academics in transforming research into practical health solutions for older adults. He acts as a venture partner for seven academic founders, providing guidance to facilitate successful spinouts. His efforts in business development have generated significant programme delivery revenue from government and foundations.
Fellowships and Recognition
Ed Halliday is a Fellow of the RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce), an organization dedicated to addressing social challenges. He is also a Fellow of the Unreasonable Institute, which supports entrepreneurs working on social and environmental issues. These affiliations reflect his commitment to fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges.