Directors


  • Yolana Pringle

    Deputy CEO Director of Programmes and Partnerships

    Yolana joined CRAC in 2023 and led the organisation's policy functions prior to her current role as Deputy CEO / Director of Programmes and Partnerships. Yolana leads CRAC-Vitae's strategic development, identifying and driving opportunities to sustain and support the charitable mission.

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    Yolana Pringle

  • Rachel Cox

    Director of Strategic Operations


    As Director of Strategic Operations, Rachel leads on business planning oversight and resource management. She is part of the leadership team with responsibility for the strategic direction of the organisation, with a particular focus on operational improvement, growth and efficiency. Rachel...

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    Rachel Cox

  • Clare Viney CSci CChem FRSC

    Chief Executive Officer

    Clare took up the role of Chief Executive Officer of CRAC in October 2016. A strategic leader with over 25 years' advocacy, policy and external affairs experience, Clare is a Chartered Scientist and Chemist with extensive experience in the science community and not-for-profit sector. She is passi...

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    Clare Viney CSci CChem FRSC

  • Dr. Robin Mellors-Bourne

    Director of Research and Intelligence

    Robin joined CRAC in 2004 as Commercial & Business Development Director, but has led its research and evaluation operations since 2009. His primary research interests include: transitions into and from higher education; career decision-making; internships, placements and work experience; care...

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    Dr. Robin Mellors-Bourne