The Board

Chairman

Andrew Carter

Dr.Phil. (Bonn) · MA Cantab · BA (Hons) Cantab

The Founder of Cognitif Group and innovator of the Semantic Bathymetry™ methodology. Andrew is a former Chief Risk Officer (FCA SMF4, Ref. 601551) and a Registered European Commission AI Expert (#EX2026D1407552). His professional expertise combines law, governance, semantics and artificial intelligence to ensure effective stewardship and robust data integrity.

Chair, Governance & Oversight Committee

Helen Beaumont-Manahan

Helen has spent her career helping regulated organisations bridge the gap between policy intent and operational delivery. Her expertise spans governance, customer outcomes, vulnerability strategy, quality assurance and regulatory compliance across financial services, utilities and housing. She brings extensive experience in organisational oversight and governance frameworks that support responsible innovation.

Chair, Ethics Committee

Matthew Beard PhD

is a scientist and innovation strategist. Following studies at the University of Glasgow, he undertook research at Yale University and Columbia University, including work in the laboratory of Nobel Laureate Professor James E. Rothman. He is currently Senior Director, External Innovation at Ipsen, where he leads evaluation of external opportunities, including commercial due diligence, deal structuring and negotiation. He brings Semba AI extensive experience in research governance and the ethical assessment of emerging technologies.