SkinBioTherapeutics is a life sciences company focused on advancing skin health across wellbeing, repair and beauty.
Our core focus is translating evidence-based science into products and intellectual property that could make a real difference to people’s skin. Our portfolio spans topical ingredients, oral supplements, intellectual property for out-licensing, and in-house services and manufacturing.
SkinBioTherapeutics plc is listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange under the ticker SBTX.
Alyson is a highly experienced non-executive director and Chair of Audit and Risk Committees. She has worked across a broad range of sectors including FMCG, food manufacturing, engineering, and technology, with proven expertise with AIM companies. She has over 20 years of C-suite financial experience, including as Chief Financial Officer at strategy software company i-nexus, which she took onto AIM in 2018. Her current directorships include GETECH Group plc and Eleco plc. She read Economics at Cambridge University and is a qualified Chartered Accountant.
Rachel has over 32 years’ experience in the consumer beauty and wellness sector. She has held Chief Executive Officer and transformational leadership roles across owned and licensed brand portfolios in domestic and international markets. She has also been involved in financial and business model management, operations, inventory management, and the strengthening of corporate governance. She is an alumnus of the Business Growth Programme, part of Cranfield’s Executive Development Programme.
Anita has over 30 years’ experience in commercial and financial senior leadership, including Board positions across start-ups, AIM-listed firms, and FTSE top 10 companies in energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. Anita held senior roles at BG Group over two decades, concluding with Portfolio & Planning Manager for Global Business Development before managing the integration of Shell-BG’s exploration portfolios following their merger. Since 2016, she has focused on renewable energy and technology, serving in executive and CFO roles at organisations including Tokamak Energy and AIM-listed AMTE Power plc. Anita is a Fellow of the ICAEW, a qualified Chartered Accountant, and holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Economics from the University of Plymouth.
Melissa is responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the group. She studied Accounting and Finance at Bangor University and trained at an accountancy practice in Sunderland, qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in September 2020. She joined SkinBioTherapeutics in March 2023.
Victoria is the Group Marketing Manager and is responsible for overseeing marketing strategy and activity across all subsidiaries, including SkinBioTherapeutics.
She has over six years’ experience working across both in-house and agency marketing environments, with expertise spanning brand management, digital marketing, content strategy, social media management and campaign delivery. She holds a First-Class degree in Journalism from Northumbria University and combines strong editorial knowledge with a strategic and creative approach to marketing communications.
Tom brings nearly two decades of experience in operations and purchasing, spanning both start-ups and PL environments. He has been part of Dermatonics since its inception, working closely with the founder. After eight years as Head of Operations, he now serves as Managing Director.
Tim has over 33 years’ experience working in the Food Manufacturing sector. Tim has held senior management positions in strategic and operational roles and can call on experience of technical and supply chain management too. Tim originally graduated from Durham University with an honours degree in biological sciences and he’s enjoyed putting the knowledge gained to good use throughout his career, with industry leading achievements in sustainability and decarbonisation. Tim is active outside work too with Trusteeships in two charities and many volunteer roles in the Scout Association.
Vanessa manages all customer interactions, ensuring a smooth ordering process and a consistent, high-quality customer experience. She has built strong relationships with customers through her responsive and customer-focused approach. Vanessa also uses her customer insights to inform and oversees cross-functional marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
Scientific and Commercial Strategy Associate – Shahin has over six years of experience in the biotechnology industry, with exposure across the full value chain, from preclinical development through to market access. He has developed a strong focus on advanced biological modalities, including cell and gene therapies and microbiome-based products.
He holds a Master of Science in Stem Cell and Regenerative Therapies: From Bench to Market from King’s College London and a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology and Biochemistry from the University of East London. This academic background has provided him with both a broad perspective and a practical understanding of the biotechnology landscape, supporting his contributions across scientific and commercial domains.
With over five years’ experience in marketing, Matthew has worked across both B2B and B2C brands spanning transport, technology and fashion. His background covers creative strategy, brand marketing, social and performance marketing.
He holds a CIM-accredited MSc in Advertising & Marketing and a BA in Italian Studies from the University of Hull.
