The team
Service design puts people first, using creativity to solve problems, challenge thinking and make lives better. We create an environment where people thrive and innovation happens.
Kim Anderson
she/her
Educator
SDN Accredited Master
Kim began her career in graphic design, after graduating with a degree in Computer Arts. It was taking part in design sprints that inspired her to learn more about design thinking, which led to her studying a Masters in Design for Business.
Robbie Beautyman
he/him
Educator
Robbie has a background in product design and business, developed through his studies in BSc (Hons) in Product Design and MSc Design for Business, and through running his own human-centred design consultancy service.
Maralyn Boyle
she/her
Business manager
SDN Accredited Practitioner
Following a 20-year career in senior sales management roles with local, regional and national newspapers, Maralyn led national corporate partnerships and special events with Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity and Maggie’s.
Alison Duncan
she/her
Administrator
Alison has accumulated a wealth of administration experience through various roles in different campuses at Dundee and Angus College. She has worked with us since our inception and has been involved with all aspects, providing full administrative support.
Connor Finlayson
they/them
Educator
Connor is interested in promoting service design as an approach that anyone can use to create inclusive and accessible content, services, and experiences that truly work for the people who interact with them.
Jo McNicoll
she/her
Educator
SDN Accredited Professional
Jo has a degree in Printed Textile Design, a Master of Design and a PhD. Jo has used her expertise and understanding of design thinking and service design in a number of roles including researching the movement, comfort and protection of ballistic wear for police officers.
Katie Murrie
she/her
Lead educator
SDN Accredited Master
Katie graduated in Law, before completing a Masters in Leadership and Innovation where she discovered her love for service design. Katie joined us when we launched, contributing to the co-creation of the course content for our PDA, and subsequently in our growth and development.
Janine Wilson
she/her
Educator (supply)
SDN Accredited Master
After a long career in local government in various governance and change management roles, Janine gained an MSc in Design for Business. She now has a portfolio career as a Business and Service Design Consultant, running her own company, supporting us and working as a Non-Executive Director.
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