I manage the National Robotarium’s communications, PR, and marketing activities, including digital, web and social media content creation and management. I have 18+ years’ experience in higher education, working in a variety of communications, engagement, events and administration roles.
When not spinning a good (robotics) yarn, you’ll usually find me at a gig, in a charity shop or deeply engrossed in books and podcasts about old Hollywood.
The friendliness, enthusiasm and energy of the team. They are truly passionate about advancing robotic technologies that can improve people’s lives and it’s an honour to get to share with the world the brilliant work they do.
Email: hanna.durham@hw.ac.uk
Tel: 07354 164159
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I am a previously qualified & trained actor with 5+ years in the field before turning around my career path during the pandemic. After working in the wine and coffee industry for a few years, I discovered an interest in tech and completed a bootcamp in Professional Software Development. This experience introduced me to the National Robotarium, and therefore the beginning of a new career in tech/robotics.
Alongside my smorgasbord of professional endeavours, I also occasionally take on occasional side jobs in singing and acting, and I’m a mostly self-taught musician. My hobbies include music, foraging, making kombucha, making music, baking, swimming, hiking and writing when I get the chance.
The people! (and robots, of course) – everyone is great. Plus, much opportunity for growth, networking and dabbling in various pursuits within the NR. i.e events, taking tours etc. No two days are the same, and I’m a big fan of that!
M: +44 (0)7598 060493
E: s.furniss@hw.ac.uk
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Email: e.hammond@hw.ac.uk
Tel: 07704788181
I am in my fourth year of working for the National Robotarium since the building opened in 2022, where innovation and technology have progressed robotics in industry and academia.
As the Executive Assistant to the CEO and managing project support, my work has allowed me to concentrate on projects where I can facilitate my skills and knowledge within the sector. All this amidst completing AI for Business & Project Management certificate and membership for Institute of Learning, it has certainly fuelled my appetite for learning.
Hobbies include the creative arts, gaining my fostering certificate and voluntary teaching assistant with the schoolchildren that is always both challenging and exciting!
Steadily watching our team grow and expand and progress in terms of robotic skills, we just keep going!
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
UK EH14 4AS
Scottish registered charity number SC000278
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
EH8 9YL
Scottish registered charity number SC005336
