Meaningful

Knowledge

Exchange

We provide top-notch consultancy, facilitation and training services to those in the research, innovation and cultural sectors in the following areas: 

  • Knowledge Exchange
  • Public & Community Engagement 
  • Impact & Evaluation 

Mesh because we connect, collaborate and support

Mesh Associates offers a range of expertise and skills and was founded by Dr Lesley Paterson, who has over two decades of experience working in knowledge exchange and engagement.

Our Services cover : Evaluation & Insight; Research Impact; FacilitationProfessional Development; Organisational Strategy and Culture; Supporting Grant Funding.

Explore some of our Projects, in which we have worked with a diverse range of organisations, including research funders, universities, research institutes and museums.

"Responded positively and constructively to our project brief using an extraordinary breadth of experience to far exceed our expectations."

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Helen Featherstone

Engagement & Evaluation 

Helen is an independent consultant who works with universities, research organisations, and academics to lead and embed public engagement with research. She excels in evaluation and supporting CPD and has a particular interest in understanding the public  in public engagement. In addition to her consultancy role, she is Head of Public Engagement at the University of Bath and is an Associate Lecturer at UWE, Bristol. 

Mai Musie, PhD

Public Engagement Specialist & Researcher  

Mai is a humanities researcher and public engagement specialist. Her research explores race and ethnicity in the ancient world. She combines academic rigor with her practical experience to enhance community engagement, outreach and education. Mai has received numerous awards for her impactful public engagement projects; and has experience in the media through her tv and radio appearances.