Community
Supportive, collaborative and positive
At Heyford Park Innovation Centre, we are a community with a range of businesses, specialising in technology and science.
Whether you need advice to bring a breakthrough idea to life or your creative workforce struggles to keep your finances straight, here you can pick the brains of our experienced business leaders, or we can connect you with other like-minded entrepreneurs. We’re behind you all the way.
Our members
Meet the people that could change your business future. Our community of entrepreneurs is brimming with ideas and inspiration, from a wide range of sectors and industries.
Our team
Our friendly and helpful centre team are here to make your day-to-day as smooth and enjoyable as possible. They are always happy to go the extra mile, so if you need anything, just ask.
Wendy Tindsley
Innovation Director
Having started out with a scientific PhD, I moved straight into the world of commerce, setting up several small businesses of my own. This proved to be a great training ground for the next stage in my career, which was in Government funded business support. Nine years of which were with OI, where I supported lots of ambitious businesses to achieve rapid and sustainable growth. I had three years away from Oxford Innovation, co-founding an accelerator programme and most recently, I was involved in business development for a high-tech start-up, until I re-joined Oxford Innovation again to support businesses in Innovation Centres in Oxfordshire.
Trudy Franklin-Slattery
Centre Manager
Trudy joined the Oxford Innovation team at Culham Innovation Centre as the Customer Experience Assistant. After a short period, Trudy had a positive impact and was then promoted to Assistant Centre Manager at Heyford Park. Trudy continues to improve the centre working closely with customers and helping to support their business growth. Trudy enjoys working with a team, having a good, happy and proactive day. Outside of work Trudy can be found walking her dogs or pottering on their allotment.
Owen Wheeler
Laboratory Supervisor
Owen has a background in GMP and lab management with a wealth of experience in lab operation and equipment servicing. He has experience in managing a variety of labs including category 3, tissue culture and PCR labs, he comes from a background in cell biology and lentivirus. Owen’s passion is being part of a company he knows is making a difference to lives.
Kirsty Ralston
Assistant Centre Manager
Kirsty joined the Heyford Park team as Assistant Centre Manager, bringing a strong background in operations and recruitment. She is dedicated to enhancing both the centre and the customer experience, always striving to make a positive impact. Kirsty loves being part of the team and takes pride in creating a welcoming atmosphere. Outside of work, you’ll often find her at the gym, rehearsing for her next musical performance, or whipping up something delicious in the kitchen.
An invite to innovate
Introduce us to new friends and if they take an office space in one of our centres you will receive £200 worth of vouchers or £50 if they sign up for a virtual office. With over 20 locations your friends will have plenty to choose from! Terms and conditions apply*
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