Our Leadership Team

Kernexus is led by a multidisciplinary leadership team with deep experience across clinical research, scientific publishing, medical communications, strategic marketing, and international event delivery.

Our leadership brings together expertise in evidence development, editorial governance, regulatory engagement, audience strategy, and scientific marketing, ensuring that every program we deliver is not only rigorous, but reaches the right stakeholders in the right way. From expert consensus and peer-reviewed publication to global meetings and summits, our work is designed for visibility, credibility, and long-term impact.

The team works closely with clinicians, researchers, societies, and industry partners to translate complex science into clear, compliant communications that support education, policy, reimbursement, and market access objectives.

Leadership at Kernexus is hands-on and accountable - shaping strategy, overseeing delivery, and ensuring that scientific integrity and effective communication go hand in hand.

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Anthony Kerr

With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience. He sets the tone for everything we do.

Founder, CEO

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Grace Elliott

Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our Communications Director is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care.

Communications Director

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Editorial Director

Kelly Nickalls

Kelly is an Editorial Director with extensive experience in scientific publishing, spanning more than 15 years.

With a strong background in editorial strategy, peer review management, and content governance, Kelly has worked closely with researchers, authors, and industry stakeholders to ensure accuracy, clarity, and integrity in scientific communication. Her expertise includes overseeing editorial teams and shaping publication standards.

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Marketing Director

Hannah Williams

Hannah is a Chartered Marketer and fractional CMO with over 20 years’ experience leading marketing strategy across science-led, healthcare, B2B, and purpose-driven organisations. She brings the clarity and accountability of a full-time CMO without the overhead, specialising in brand positioning, digital performance, and translating complex propositions into clear, credible messaging.

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Lucy Nyuke

Calm, people-first, and grounded, Lucy leads all things people - from employment law and compliance to culture, capability, and growth. She brings clarity and structure championing ownership, autonomy, and wellbeing, and building the foundations of trust and collaboration that support people with exceptional talent to do their best work and deliver lasting impact.

Human Resources Director

Ian Johnston

I've been fortunate to partner with both start-ups and established businesses to deliver high-impact people strategies that reduce attrition, increase engagement, and enable sustainable growth. Known for simplifying the complex, aligning people with strategy, and turning plans into action, I thrive in dynamic, evolving environments.

Finance Director