Edward is Co-Founder of the Lab and Executive Director of the Oxford Character Project, an interdisciplinary initiative at the University of Oxford focused on character and responsible leadership. He leads the ethical leadership component of the Oxford Laidlaw Scholars Programme, supporting undergraduates around the world to develop moral insight and practical wisdom.

His work has been featured in the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, New Scientist, Brunswick Review, and Starling Insights. In 2023, he was named to the Thinkers50 Radar list as one of 30 global business and management thinkers to watch. Edward is also Director of the Programme for Global Leadership at Oxford’s Department of Politics and International Relations. His research centres on virtue ethics, organisational culture, and leadership development in education, business, and public life.

He is co-editor of The Arts of Leading: Perspectives from the Humanities and the Liberal Arts (2024), which explores how the humanities enrich our understanding of leadership, and regularly delivers leadership programmes worldwide.

Alexander is Co-Founder of the Lab and serves as the Pro Vice-Chancellor for External Engagement, Sport, and Community at Oxford University. He is Professor of Forced Migration and International Affairs and the William Golding Senior Fellow in Politics at Brasenose College.

A leading voice on displacement, humanitarianism, and global migration, he has authored 13 books and over 100 scholarly publications. His latest, Social Science: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford University Press, 2024), explores the future of social science in a rapidly changing world. Earlier works include The Wealth of Refugees, Refuge, and Survival Migration, several of which have received international awards and media recognition. Alexander’s insights have been recognised by Foreign Policy, the World Economic Forum, and Thinkers50. He has advised governments, multilateral organisations, and foundations, and his TED talks have reached over 3 million viewers.

Ashley is the operational powerhouse behind the Lab, overseeing its day-to-day management and driving strategic initiatives. A seasoned programme manager, mentor, and social entrepreneur, she has supported hundreds of purpose-led ventures through UK and European enterprise initiatives. She has worked extensively with start-ups, social enterprises, and SMEs to build resilient, values-driven organisations rooted in impact.

Before moving into entrepreneurship, Ashley built a successful career in media. She was a journalist and producer at the BBC and Sky Business, with roles across radio and television. As a freelance writer for The Sunday Times Fast Track, she profiled high-growth businesses and CEOs, collaborating with sponsors including Virgin, Barclays, Grant Thornton, BDO, and Microsoft.

Ashley also co-founded The Wonky Food Company, a pioneering business tackling food waste by transforming imperfect produce into award-winning condiments. Whether launching ventures or leading partnerships, she brings sharp insight, strategic focus, and a track record of making things happen.

Ollie designs and delivers the Lab’s graduate training programme, combining in-person and online learning to equip Fellows with the tools to create real-world impact. He also leads the Oxford Young Sport Leaders Programme, a community-based initiative he founded to deepen connections between the university and local youth through sport, mentoring, and skill-building.

A former Olympic rower, Ollie represented Great Britain at the Tokyo 2020 Games and has won both World and European Championship titles. His career spans elite sport, education, and international affairs, underpinned by a master’s in History from the University of Oxford and a BSc in International Relations and History from LSE.

Prior to joining the Lab, Ollie launched the LSE Ambassadors for Sport Fund and was part of the first cohort of GB athletes to take part in PwC’s Sport & Business Leadership Programme. Whether on the water or in the workplace, Ollie is passionate about building opportunities for others and creating lasting impact.

Susann brings a unique blend of academic expertise and industry insight to the team, with a PhD in Political Science and a wealth of experience spanning clean energy, sustainable development, and carbon finance. She has worked at the intersection of research, consultancy, and strategy, including leadership roles in the private sector and research positions at leading institutions such as Loughborough University and the University of Oxford.

Susann is passionate about advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the context of energy access, climate resilience, and sustainable infrastructure. She has designed and led high-impact initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa, including integrated clean energy programmes in Zambia and innovation-focused work on modern energy cooking services.

A strategic thinker and practitioner, she is known for turning complex sustainability challenges into actionable, evidence-based solutions.

Noora manages the Local Policy Lab at the Oxford SDG Impact Lab, building collaborations between researchers, local authorities, and community organisations to support evidence-informed policymaking on health, climate, and social equity. She leads the design and delivery of the Local Policy Lab Fellowship Programme, which connects Oxford graduate students with policy partners across Oxfordshire.

Alongside her work with the Lab, Noora is the Public Policy Engagement Facilitator for the University of Oxford’s Social Sciences Division, where she helps departments and researchers strengthen their influence and engagement with policymakers.

Before joining Oxford, Noora worked in Washington D.C., advancing federal policies to support the health and wellbeing of children, women, and families across the U.S. Her career has focused on bridging the gap between communities and public officials to shape more equitable and effective policy. She holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Maryland and is passionate about community-based policy innovation.

Ruby-Anne first joined the Lab as a 2022 Fellow, where her FieldLab team’s research in Tenerife led to an industry partnership between easyJet holidays and Winnow AI, achieving a 68% reduction in food waste at a major resort. She later joined the Lab team as an Impact Officer, helping shape and communicate the Lab’s research and social impact.

Alongside this, Ruby-Anne leads undergraduates as Programme Manager for the Oxford Laidlaw Scholars Programme, supporting a new generation of ethical leaders through skills development, research, and community engagement.

Currently completing a DPhil in Archaeological Science at the University of Oxford, her research focuses on dating ancient African settlements to challenge long-standing colonial narratives. She has contributed to academic journals and public platforms such as The Conversation, and brings experience across research, mentoring, and community-led projects.

Kerri Louise leads Lab’s communications and events and supports programme delivery across a range of initiatives. Her role focuses on strengthening partnerships, amplifying impact, and connecting students, researchers, and external stakeholders through creative, inclusive engagement.

Prior to joining the Lab, she delivered a range of digital transformation strategies and marketing campaigns, curated public engagement events, and represented the University at both national and international forums. She's previously worked in London and abroad in senior support and operational roles across the corporate sector, including finance, consulting, and the creative industries.

She holds a BA (Hons) in Performing Arts and certifications in artificial intelligence, leadership, user experience design, sustainable tourism and entrepreneurship.

Biraj supports the day-to-day financial operations of the Lab, working across multiple funding streams to ensure transparency, compliance, and strategic oversight. As Finance Officer, he oversees budget planning, expenditure tracking, donor reporting, and financial forecasting, helping the team stay aligned with both University financial systems and partner requirements.

With a background spanning fintech, compliance, and higher education, Biraj has held senior roles across the financial services sector in Nepal including as Compliance Lead at Khalti and Customer Intelligence Lead at eSewa. He brings particular strengths in audit preparation, financial controls, and data analytics.

Biraj is a Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) and a has an MA in Strategic Financial Management at the University of West London, where he was named Student of the Year in 2023. Passionate about sustainability and education, he’s excited to contribute to the Lab’s mission of delivering social impact through research and innovation.

Charlotte is a DPhil candidate in Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation at the University of Oxford. Her doctoral research explores how digital mental health interventions can be used to promote equity in health outcomes. With a background spanning NGOs and public sector organisations, she brings extensive experience in co-designing mental health services that reflect the needs of diverse communities.

Charlotte joined the Oxford SDG Impact Lab through a project placement as part of the Grand Union Doctoral Training Partnership. As a 2025 Local Policy Lab Fellow, she worked in partnership with Oxfordshire County Council, focusing on the use of community-centred data to support place-based approaches to improving local wellbeing. Her work contributed to practical recommendations for enhancing policy design and delivery in Oxfordshire.

In her current role, Charlotte supports the Lab’s impact evaluation work and leads development research in the health and medical sectors, helping to identify new partnership opportunities for future programme cycles.