Welcome to our People page

Our staff, trustees, representatives and Honorary Fellows are the forefront of supporting the society, offering superior guidance and going the extra mile in sharing knowledge and enthusiasm for insect science.

If you’re interested in becoming a member, applying to become a fellow or are otherwise interested in entomology, please take a look at our membership page or feel free to contact us at info@royensoc.co.uk for more information on what we do here at the Royal Entomological Society.

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Honorary Fellowship (Hon.FRES) is the highest honour bestowed by the Royal Entomological Society.

Student Reps act as a voice for students and provide ideas on how to improve the student membership experience.

Our committees and members.

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Meet the team

At the Royal Entomological Society, people are at the heart of everything we do.

From our staff and trustees to our editors, volunteers, and our Members and Fellows, each person plays a vital role in advancing the understanding and appreciation of insects.

Together, we’re building on almost two centuries of heritage with a forward-looking energy, connecting science, education, and community to inspire the next generation of insect scientists.”

Simon Ward

Chief Executive Officer

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Senior Leadership

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Simon Ward Mem.RES

Chief Executive Officer

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Emilie Aimé Mem.RES

Director of Publishing

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David Ross Mem.RES

Director of Publishing (Interim)

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Anne Weinhold Mem.RES

Head of Development and Projects

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Dr Luke Tilley FRES

Head of Policy and Communications

Trustees

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Professor Jane Stout FRES

RES President

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Dr Allan Watt Hon.FRES

President Elect

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Professor Seirian Sumner FRES

Vice President & Chair of Library Committee

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Dr Guðbjörg Inga (Gia) Aradóttir FRES

Treasurer

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Heather Campbell FRES

Chair of Education & Training Committee

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Professor Michael Bonsall FRES

Chair of Science, Policy and Society Committee

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Dr Hayley Jones Mem.RES

Chair of Outreach Committee

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Dr Richard Harrington Hon.FRES

Chair of Events Committee

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Dr Shaun Winterton FRES

Chair of Publications Committee

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Dr Rebecca Farley-Brown FRES

Chair of Membership Committee

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Moses Musonda Mem.RES

Trustee

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Anastasia Uglow Mem.RES

Early Career Trustee

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Liam Crowley Mem.RES

Early Career Trustee

Staff

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Tom Leeman Mem.RES

Policy & Public Affairs Manager

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Rebecca Brueton Mem.RES

Membership Manager

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Kay Oxley Mem.RES

Executive Coordinator

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Fran Fleming Mem.RES

Events Manager

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Dr Jessica Stokes FRES

Project Officer

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Jayne Whiffin Mem.RES

Managing Editor

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Gulam Hussain Mem.RES

Membership and Events Officer

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Jemma Gannon Mem.RES

Finance & Governance Administrator

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Bianca Saccone Mem.RES

Digital & Media Officer

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Rose Pearson Mem.RES

Librarian & Archivist

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Jen Banfield-Zanin FRES

Editorial Coordinator

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Kate Watkiss Mem.RES

Facilities Officer

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Francisca Sconce Mem.RES

Senior Outreach & Learning Officer

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Sarah Meredith Mem.RES

Conservation Project Officer

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David Simcox Mem.RES

Conservation Project Manager

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Monika Wielgus

Housekeeper