Susannah Ashton

Divisional Director (Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland)

East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Susannah began her professional career as an NHS Physiotherapist, working across acute, community and private healthcare settings before moving into operational leadership.

A secondment with the NHS England Regional UEC team preceded her appointment as a Divisional Director within the Operational Directorate at East Midlands Ambulance Service in 2022. Much of her role involves close collaboration with system health and social care partners.

In 2025, she completed the Aspiring Operations Director Programme for the ambulance sector, strengthening her strategic insight and leadership network. Outside work, Susannah enjoys being active, warm weather and coffee after a long walk. This is her first time attending ALF.