Dr Rima Makarem
Rima initially trained as a scientist before going on to hold senior roles within the global pharmaceutical sector. She has built up a broad non-executive track record over recent years, including significant work locally, regionally and nationally in the health and care sector.
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She currently chairs the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes Integrated Care System. Other roles in her portfolio include Lay Council member for the General Pharmaceutical Council, and Chair of Queen Square Enterprises Ltd.
Rima was also until recently the Senior Independent Director and Audit Chair of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), as well as the Audit Chair and an External Commissioner at the House of Commons Commission, working closely with the Speaker and the Leader of the House.
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