Jo joined NHS Supply Chain in April 2018 bringing over 30 years’ experience in healthcare combining clinical understanding, pharma-industry knowledge and senior leadership within NHS organisations. 

Having trained as a Registered General Nurse (RGN) in Harrogate, she then worked within Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals organisations across a number of therapy areas and in a range of Sales/Marketing Clinical and General Manager roles. Prior to joining the Department, Jo worked locally and regionally for the NHS as a Commissioning Group Director within a Care Trust Plus. She also operated as a senior leader within the NHS England National Team. 

Jo has a BA Hons in Business Studies as well as a Masters in Leadership, Innovation and Change. She has also achieved Chartered Marketer status at the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM).