Leadership Team

Richard Thomson served eight years as a Royal Marine Commando, where he developed the discipline, resilience, and duty to country that continue to define his work today. After leaving the forces, he built a career in the financial technologies industry, gaining insight into innovation and enterprise at the heart of the modern economy.

Alongside his professional work, Richard has established himself as a journalist, political commentator, and campaigner committed to defending Britain's culture, heritage, and future.

A proud patriot, he speaks with clarity and conviction on issues of sovereignty, democracy, and national pride.

Tim Power brings over 30 years of senior leadership experience to Advance UK, having delivered strategic oversight and technical innovation across the healthcare, IT, and public sectors. Throughout a career defined by managing complex, high-stakes environments, he has consistently translated intricate challenges into actionable board-level strategies to drive long-term organizational success.

With a background that spans from founding his own consultancy to directing multinational engineering teams across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, Tim has built a reputation for operational excellence and commercial acumen. He has successfully managed multi-million-pound budgets and led critical infrastructure projects, consistently reducing risk and enhancing resilience in fast-paced, regulated environments.

A specialist in digital transformation, Tim is committed to leveraging tech-enabled change to modernize infrastructure and ensure governance. He speaks with the authority of a seasoned leader on issues of organizational vision and sustainable growth, uniting diverse stakeholders through a shared commitment to transparency and performance.

Yvette served 12 years guiding a life sciences staffing group from start-up to global rollout before refocusing her energy on national service and community safety.

• Scaled a specialist staffing firm through acquisition and international expansion as CEO.
• Recognised twice among the top fifty most influential women in staffing and a respected commentator on emerging skill gaps.
• Pioneered degree-based apprenticeship trailblazers and an award-winning graduate pathway into biopharma.
• Now lends her expertise to Boudicca's Daughters, The Great British PAC, and national political forums tackling VAWG.