Team

When you commission Brainbox, we put together a team specifically for your project, drawn from our core team and our network of associates.

Our core team of consultants is led by:

Dr Fiona Fylan, Research Director *Chartered Health Psychologist *BPS Register of competence in Occupational Testing (Level A and Level B) *Member of the British Psychological Society

Fiona is a practising Chartered Health Psychologist with 15 years of experience of applied psychology. Fiona has worked internationally
in applying psychology to better understand client and employee attitudes and behaviours and in identifying how to enhance organisational performance by increasing employee motivation and wellbeing. She has extensive experience of evaluating the effectiveness of projects and strategies, in designing, conducting and analysing surveys, in undertaking and analysing interviews and focus groups, in data analysis using SPSS, and in developing and delivering training. She has worked across a wide range of sectors, including commercial and government organisations.

Beth Fylan, Consultant

Beth is an experienced project manager, marketing and business consultant. She has undertaken consultancy work for both the public and private sectors, and has managed large- and small-scale projects, including the transfer of all Manchester City Council’s land and property records into digital formats. Beth directs Brainbox’s overall programme of work. She has completed project management training at Manchester Business School and has also recently completed the Manchester Business School high value programme. Beth has held business management positions in the private sector, and also senior marketing positions in higher education. She holds a postgraduate qualification in Business Information Systems.

Rehana Hussain, Consultant *Member of the British Psychological Society.

Rehana has an MSc in Health Psychology from Nottingham University and is a skilled trainer and facilitator. Rehana has provided training across the public, health and private sector organisations. She also has experience in research, data analysis, working with individuals with health conditions, applying psychological practices to help people articulate skills in managing their conditions. Rehana has experience in behaviour change and motivational interviewing. Rehana is qualified in level A and level B psychometric testing.

Niall Farrall, Consultant

Niall is a highly experienced research consultant with a Masters degree in Mass Communication Research. Niall has an impressive track-record of managing large-scale and syndicated research projects. His research portfolio includes:

  • A syndicated project on Tuition Fees with 12 syndicate members,
    combining four separate stages of qualitative research and a
    nationwide survey of prospective University students.
  • An evaluation service for NHS Public consultations providing advice and guidance on methodology, analysis of complex data sets arising from the consultations and developed a benchmarking tool for public consultations.