BIAZA Office
As well as voluntary support from across its Membership, BIAZA employs a small number of staff:
Meet the Team
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Nicky took on this role in December 2013. With 10 years zoo keeping experience gained at Paignton Zoo, Taronga Zoo in Sydney and ZSL London Zoo, Nicky contributes a wealth of practical knowledge of natural history and zoo biology and an in-depth understanding of the zoo industry. With MSc degrees in Marine Science and in Zoo Conservation Biology, she is particularly keen to support the increasingly important role of aquariums in modern conservation and sustainability. She works closely with the committees and the working groups, keeping members informed of changes in relevant policy and supporting them in all their conservation and animal care activities and responsibilities.
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Cerian has a background in zoo education and research. She has an MSc in Animal Behaviour and a PhD in Ecology and Economics. Cerian has worked in several BIAZA member zoos including RZSS, ZSL London Zoo, Bristol Zoo Gardens and Living Coasts in a variety of roles including within animal care, education and research teams.
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Alex joined the team in March 2018. With a Masters in Primate Conservation and background in education, science communication and public engagement, Alex previously worked at the British Science Association and volunteers extensively. She has been a volunteer at ZSL London Zoo for seven years, including volunteering with the Community & Learning team for two years.
Alex supports our membership, including working on BIAZA publications, events and conferences, and managing new membership applications.
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Projects & Administration Officer
Frankie Lawrence-Thompson
Email : [email protected]
Frankie joined the BIAZA team in January 2019. Previous to this she has worked for several BIAZA members such as Paignton Zoo and Drusillas Zoo Park in different departments, including Education and Volunteer Coordination. During her undergraduate studies she also completed a placement year in industry with Dartmoor Zoo's research department. She is currently completing a master's degree in Anthrozoology in her spare time. She hopes this will enhance her understanding of engaging the public with non-charasmatic species, an area which she is very passionate about. Frankie's experience in different roles and departments in zoos and aquariums allows her to undertake her job supporting the CEO, senior managers, and the wider BIAZA membership.
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Senior Officer for Communications and Public Affairs
Andy Hall
Email : [email protected]
Prior to BIAZA, Andy oversaw communications and campaigns at the Campaign for National Parks. During this time, he co-authored a report on improving biodiversity in national parks, that was taken forward by a Government-commissioned review. He also led a number of successful PR initiatives. Andy has experience in politics and business consultancy, and has been a volunteer at ZSL London Zoo for four years. Andy started at BIAZA in April 2020.
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Eric joined the team in September 2018.
