Professor Mandy Parkinson will serve as the Interim AI.GM Lead for Greater Manchester Combined Authority, where she will provide system-level leadership for the region’s AI ecosystem and demonstrator ambition. She is also Associate Pro-Vice Chancellor for Knowledge Exchange at the University of Salford and is deeply engaged in both regional and national innovation agendas as a prominent figure in business innovation and knowledge exchange. Professor Parkinson plays a pivotal role in shaping strategic partnerships, fostering innovation ecosystems, and advancing translational research across disciplines. In addition, she holds a number of Board and Trustee positions, including with Growth Company, the Research and Development Management Association, and the British Academy of Management.