Liverpool Knowledge Quarter appoints new assistant chief executive. Tony McDonough reports

Liverpool Knowledge Quarter (KQ Liverpool) has appointed policy and research manager Emily Robson as its new assistant chief executive.

Emily, who has spent the last four years supporting the strategic development and delivery of inclusive innovation programmes within the innovation district, will be working alongside chief executive Colin Sinclair, who also head Sciontec Developments.

Wirral-born, Emily graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2020 with a 1st Class degree in history and English language before joining KQ Liverpool as a graduate policy assistant.

“The strength of the knowledge economy in Liverpool and the potential that it has to positively impact people’s lives is something I am incredibly passionate about,” she said

“To be working for an organisation that genuinely cares about making a difference is inspiring and I am really excited to be leading on that agenda going forward.”

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Colin Sinclair added: “As we look to accelerate the work we already do around inclusive growth, business support and skills, we needed someone with laser-like focus to maintain momentum and push forward to deliver our objectives.

“With the recent announcement of the £1.26m of Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Investment Zone funding being injected into our education, skills and outreach programmes, it is the perfect time for Emily to take the next exciting step in her career.”