About Nesta

Nesta is an innovation foundation. For us, innovation means turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. We use our expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society.

At Challenge Works, Alexandra is an assistant programme manager for Ofwat’s Water Innovation Fund.

Before joining Nesta, Alexandra worked at King’s College London’s Entrepreneurship Institute, running programmes for students, staff and alumni to develop their entrepreneurial skills and mindset and support early-stage businesses.

Before that, she worked in the book publishing industry, drafting and negotiating author contracts.

Outside of work, Alexandra is learning British Sign Language, enjoys reading, travelling and cooking and can usually be found at park run on a Saturday morning.