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The Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics UK (FAST UK) is a dedicated charity committed to funding research, raising awareness, and supporting families affected by Angelman Syndrome. Established in 2016 by Tom and Tamsin Keogh, following their daughter Amelia’s diagnosis, FAST UK collaborates with global partners to accelerate the development of treatments and, ultimately, a cure for Angelman Syndrome.

FAST UK Board of Trustees

Our Board of Trustees comprises passionate individuals, many with personal connections to Angelman Syndrome, who guide our mission with expertise and dedication. Their diverse backgrounds in fields such as psychotherapy, finance, law, and investment enhance our strategic direction and advocacy efforts. Together, they work tirelessly to advance research and provide support to the Angelman community.

Tom Keogh

Tom Keogh is the Chairman of FAST UK and the father of Amelia, a beautiful little girl who was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome in 2015 when she was 15 months. Following Amelia’s diagnosis, Tom and his wife Tamsin, were determined to do something positive to help the Angelman community, and to also help find a cure for Amelia. As a result, FAST UK was set up in October 2016. Tom and Tamsin also have two other children, Cecily and Archie.

Tamsin Keogh

Tamsin Keogh is the mother of Amelia and alongside her husband Tom, set up FAST UK in 2016. As well as being a full time mother to two other children, Cecily and Archie, Tamsin is instrumental in the day to day running of the charity and co-ordinates the fundraising for FAST UK.

Louise Prince

Louise Prince is an accredited psychotherapist and founder of Medora Counselling, based in Leeds, where she lives with her two daughters, Lili and Neve (AS deletion). Since attending the FAST Gala in Chicago in 2015, Louise has been inspired by the advancements in Angelman syndrome research and has been a driving force in supporting FAST UK. She helps coordinate fundraising initiatives and events, including being one of the key organisers of the largest annual Angelman event at Alton Towers, held to mark International Angelman Day (IAD).

Kate Hamilton

Kate Hamilton is the charities Chartered Accountant and Aunt to Amelia who was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome in 2015. When Tom and Tamsin decided to set up FAST UK, they invited Kate to the board. Kate is married with two small children.

Antonia Felix

Antonia Felix is a Solicitor in a London city firm and is a close friend of Tamsin and Tom. Antonia was asked to join the board when Tamsin and Tom decided to set up FAST UK as they thought it would be useful to have a Solicitor on the board. Antonia is married with two daughters.

Julien de Bournet

Julien de Bournet is an investment professional and is the father of Calixte, a beautiful little boy who was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome in 2013 when he was one. Following Calixte’s diagnosis, Julien and his wife Gaëlle made it part of their life’s goal to support all the efforts towards finding therapeutics for Angelman Syndrome and help the Angelman community. As a result, Julien joined FAST UK in 2017 and is in charge with keeping abreast of all the ongoing science. Gaëlle and Julien have also two other children Aloïs and Gaïa.

Heather Brady

Heather Brady is the Events and Community Engagement Manager for FAST UK and the proud mother of Cecilia, who was diagnosed with Angelman syndrome in 2020 at the age of two. Heather lives in Manchester with her husband, Thomas, and their two children, Tommy and Alexa. Devastatingly, Cecilia passed away just before her fourth birthday, but she continues to inspire Heather, Thomas, and their family every day. In her memory, they are dedicated to raising awareness and organising fundraising activities for FAST UK, including their much-loved “Cycle for Ceci” events and the junior edition, which brings together children and their community each year. As FAST UK’s first paid member of staff, Heather works part-time to support fundraising efforts and strengthen connections across the Angelman community.

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Heather Brady

We found solace and purpose through FAST. Their relentless pursuit of a cure resonated with us, and we started our fundraising journey with them.

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