Katy Armstrong

CO2Chem Network Manager

Tel: +44 (0)114 222 7508

email: katy.armstrong@sheffield.ac.uk

Chemical and Biological Engineering
The University of Sheffield
Sir Robert Hadfield Building
Mappin Street
Sheffield
S1 3JD

Biography 

I am the CO2Chem Network Manager based at the University of Sheffield. I have a B.Eng in Chemical and Process Engineering from the University of Sheffield (2000) and am currently studying part-time for a PhD in life cycle and techno-economic assessment of carbon dioxide utilisation processes. I have been managing the CO2Chem network since its creation in 2010 and am a member of the management group. Since its start I have overseen the networks growth from 100 to 800 members and its development into the largest international network in carbon dioxide utilisation. I develop the strategy for CO2Chem and have extensive experience in organising and facilitating networks.

Previously I managed a national network for the Methodist Church and regional networks for Museums Libraries and Archives Yorkshire, overseeing growth of the networks, organising events, conferences and training, developing websites, managing budgets, communicating science and defining strategy.

Responsibilities

As CO²Chem Network Manager my main responsibilities are to manage, promote and grow the CO2Chem network by:

• Liaising with Cluster leads to create vibrant clustered research communities.
• As part of the management group develop strategy and vision for the network.
• Manage the networks communication strategy by developing our website, twitter and facebook presence, disseminating news, event information and research highlights.
• Organise regular networking opportunities for network members.