Your Volunteers

An experienced Grant Writer, working at the interface between academia and industry to lead large-scale, strategically important, multi-partner research grant applications.

Leonie Thomas is a senior bid writer with over 20 years’ experience working on complex, high-value bids across construction, infrastructure and the built environment. She is Chair of the APMP UK Bid Writing Focus Group, leading national work to professionalise bid writing, define career pathways and shape the ethical adoption of AI. Leonie is also an active speaker and contributor to industry conversations on bid writing practice and professional standards.

Rachel Fisher is a graphic designer with 25 years’ experience, including 10 years in bidding. She holds an MA in Design Management and has written two white papers: Branding Strategies for Capture and The Evolving Role of the Proposal Designer. Rachel is an APMP Graphics Micro-Cert trainer, APMP mentor, and BIDX speaker.

I’m a Bid Writer at CGI, joining in November 2023 after a career spanning business development, marketing and 15 years as a self-employed copywriter and ghostwriter. I have since supported bids across utilities, telecoms, public safety and government.

Carole is a seasoned professional with wide experience and CF APMP certfication who is a part of the Social Value Committee

Founder of Monarch Market & Bid Development. A specialist agency focusing on supporting SME's and VCSE's to win.

Cíara is a **Visual Designer** at Strategic Proposals, known for her contributions to multi-billion-pound client wins.

Leading work winning teams to grow business.

A leader in bid and project management, with a wealth of experience particularly on strategic deals within the UK public sector. In recent years, I have developed expertise also in the area of social value.