Edel Shovlin is the COO of the Irish Cancer Society, Ireland’s largest cancer charity. The Irish Cancer Society is a community of patients, survivors, volunteers, supporters, health and social care professionals and researchers, all working for a future where no one dies from cancer. The Society directly provides information, services and supports to people affected by cancer; funds life-saving research; and drives improvements in public services through advocacy and campaigning. Edel has over 17 years’ experience in the Oncology sector. As a qualified Radiation Therapist, Edel has worked clinically in Ireland, the UK and Australia, before furthering her career in oncology health tech in Singapore and later healthcare operations leadership within a global Oncology provider based in Sydney, Australia. She is an innovative and energetic operations leader and is a passionate advocate for equity in access to better cancer care for all.