Rose Kay

Rose Kay is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in creative direction, screenwriting, and educational research. As Co-Founder of Secondstride Ltd and CEO/Creative Director at Gazooky Studios since October 2017, Rose Kay has focused on storytelling within immersive experiences, aiming to drive social good through innovative projects. Additionally, Rose Kay has served as Chief Executive Officer for several organizations, including Gazooky Studios, and has held the title of Screenwriter and Creative Director for various media entities since 1996. Rose Kay is also a Research Scholar at the University of Manchester, investigating the fusion of biography and fiction within a PhD program supported by the AHRC. Rose Kay co-founded Kay-Lambert Associates Limited, specializing in Leadership and Management Training, while also contributing as a professional writer, recognized with several prestigious awards for work across radio, television, and literature. Educational achievements include a PhD in Creative Writing from the University of Manchester and a PGCE from the University of Huddersfield.