Rose Acton
About Rose Acton
Rose Acton serves as the Head of Partnerships at ZINC in London, having held the position since 2019. She has a background in strategy and policy, with previous roles at the Financial Conduct Authority and Money and Mental Health.
Work at Zinc
Rose Acton has served as the Head of Partnerships at Zinc since 2019. In this role, she focuses on building strategic partnerships that align with Zinc's mission. Her experience in partnership development and stakeholder engagement contributes to the organization's growth and outreach efforts. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Entrepreneur In Residence at Zinc VC for five months, where she supported various entrepreneurial initiatives.
Previous Experience
Before joining Zinc, Rose Acton held several significant positions. She worked at the Financial Conduct Authority as a Senior Associate in Strategy from 2013 to 2017. Following that, she co-founded Adia, where she worked for one year from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was involved with Money and Mental Health as a Policy & Research professional on secondment from 2016 to 2017. She also served as an Associate at Demos for one year in 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Rose Acton completed her A-Levels at Withington Girl's School, achieving top grades in History, English Literature, French, and General Studies. She then pursued a Bachelor of Arts in History at King's College London, graduating in 2013. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in partnerships and strategy, particularly in sectors related to finance and mental health.
Background
Rose Acton has a diverse professional background that spans various sectors, including finance, policy, and research. Her early career included significant roles in strategy and policy development, which have informed her approach to partnerships at Zinc. Her experience in both the public and private sectors equips her with a unique perspective on collaboration and innovation.