Dan Farthing

Led and expanded a new national charity program for suicide prevention in Scotland, influencing government and strengthening local partnerships. Innovated new approaches to suicide prevention by combining academic research, lived experience evidence, and professional knowledge. Established an academic partnership with the Suicidal Behaviours Research Laboratory at the University of Glasgow.

Built sustainability, credibility, and influence for a new Scottish charity by strengthening governance, improving financial management, and diversifying income. Introduced a program development approach to respond to members' ideas with fundable projects and expanded the events program. Served as a credible partner in service delivery and public affairs, including negotiating financial support pa

Established a new patient-led charity for patients and their families in Scotland, setting up systems and processes for safeguarding, financial accountability, and risk management. Built credibility with the patient community, growing membership, and engaged with key funders to expand activities. Recognized as a core participant organization in a Statutory Public Inquiry.

Monitored the cost-effective use of large NHS contracts, collecting and analyzing data to manage Haemophilia treatment contracts worth over £13 million annually. Led a team of two Factor Coagulation Coordinators to engage with patients to improve data collection.

Took a strategic approach to communications and built successful public affairs campaigns at a UK patient charity, deputizing for the Chief Executive and co-leading the charity. Enhanced the roles and voice of lived experience, influencing policy and commissioning through constructive partnerships. Built credibility and effectiveness in public affairs campaigning, including negotiating for an Inde

Provided expert political support to the Elected Mayor, liaising with the political group and cabinet to maintain group cohesion. Responsible for researching and writing speeches and reports, communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences. Managed media relationships, providing political context to local media.

Led political research and campaigning across the Highlands of Scotland, managing election campaigns for two constituencies and ensuring compliance with election law. Strengthened local parties, built campaign teams, and trained activists. Managed media, initiating and responding to local coverage, and campaigned on various rural issues.

Grade: 2:1

Completed a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Politics. The curriculum covered key political theories, international relations, and public policy.

Grade: Economics A, Geography A, History B

Achieved A Levels in Economics, Geography, and History. This foundational education provided a strong academic background across multiple disciplines.