Dr Kathryn Weston is the founder of Tooled Up Education. She holds a Law Degree from Queen’s University, Belfast and a Masters and Doctorate in Philosophy (Criminology) from the University of Cambridge. She was a policy and education researcher for over a decade and is the co-author of Engaging Parents (Bloomsbury, 2018;2022).

Dr Hope Christie is the Head of Research at Tooled Up Education. She holds degrees in Psychology from the University of Bath and has won global awards for her research work. She previously held the position of Teaching Fellow in the department of Clinical Psychology at University of Edinburgh.

Dr Cassie Rhodes is a senior researcher, writer and content creator at Tooled Up Education. Cassie holds a Doctorate in Medieval Literature from the University of Manchester.

Our associate, Dr Sophie Nesbitt is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and author of Hunger for Understanding and Emotion Regulation for Young People with Eating Disorders (for professionals) and What Does Eating Disorder Recovery Look Like? (for parents). Sophie regularly delivers content within Tooled Up for our community and can assist families in a private capacity upon request via her website: www.sophienesbitt.com/eating-disorders/

Shirley Hayman is an Early Years Professional with over 32 years experience of working with children, establishing and leading departments in Independent schools. The last setting that she led was recognised as one of the top ten nurseries in the county of Hertfordshire. Shirley has mentored early years practitioners both in the workplace and during her time lecturing on the EYPS courses, having been one of the first teachers in the UK to achieve this recognition herself. Shirley enjoys giving early years educators and parents practical tools, tips and support so that children can thrive in all areas of their lives.

Amanda acts as Personal Assistant to Directors, a role she has relished since early 2022. Her extensive experience in worldwide office management has honed her organisational and multitasking skills. Outside work, Amanda is a compassionate cancer survival supporter and the proud mother of a young daughter. Her unique blend of professional expertise and heartfelt advocacy makes her an invaluable asset to the Tooled Up team.

Wayne has over 20 years’ of experience in Operations Management and leadership roles in multiple blue chip organisations. More recently, Wayne co-founded one of the country's leading digital fundraising platforms for schools and local authorities across the UK. Qualified in both Management Science (MSc) and with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, he oversees all technical, commercial, and operational aspects of Tooled Up.

Alison joined Tooled Up in January 2020. Her role is to ensure that the launch process for organisations joining the Tooled Up community is smooth and efficient. Alison works to build and maintain a strong partnership with all of our subscribing organisations and makes sure that individual subscribers can find the support they need. Alison originally read for a BA in Music before qualifying and working in law for 10 years. She remains a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives.

Coirle Mc Dowell is our Head of Marketing and Engagement. She holds a degree in Business Administration and French from Queen’s University, Belfast and has extensive experience of working internationally within the media industry.

Seema has over 25 years' experience as a Business Consultant working across multiple sectors including retail, financial services, automotive, IT and telco. Her focus has been on the development of internal and external engagement solutions for UK and international companies to improve organisational performance. In addition to her work with TUE, she also sits on the Board of Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.

Shin runs Finance operations in Tooled Up and has extensive experience in financial management having held roles in multiple organisations ranging from start up organisations to international banking corporations.