Elissa Cregan

Elissa Cregan is an award-winning public affairs and policy advisor specialising in health policy and neurodiversity. Currently at the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, she has played a pivotal role in securing government commitments, influencing policy debates, and leading coalitions to drive meaningful change in healthcare and education. Elissa's career spans roles in Parliament, local government, and academia, where she has leveraged her expertise to shape policy, engage stakeholders, and champion neurodiversity and language inclusion. A PR Week 30 Under 30 honouree and recipient of multiple industry accolades, including the PRCA Rising Star of the Year award, she is recognised for her leadership in public affairs and commitment to impactful storytelling.