The people behind Duck Score

Emma Mulqueeny OBE

A pioneering force in technology and education, Emma brings her transformative vision to Duck Score. Her OBE for services to technology and education underscores a career dedicated to driving meaningful change. Following the loss of two male family members to suicide, Emma's commitment to mental health awareness became deeply personal. Her expertise in ESG, sustainability, and AI, combined with her experience in leading transformational projects, shapes Duck Score's innovative approach to mental health awareness.

Mark Dando

With extensive experience in enterprise software sales and a deep commitment to mental health advocacy, Mark originated the Duck Score concept during his time at SUSE. The idea emerged from implementing verbal check-ins, which proved transformative in understanding team wellbeing. As a mental health advocate, Mark brings both commercial acumen and personal passion to Duck Score's mission.

Dr Oliver Harrison

A distinguished medical doctor with a first degree in neuroscience from Cambridge, Oliver brings unparalleled expertise to Duck Score's clinical oversight. His commitment to transforming mental healthcare was catalyzed by losing two friends to suicide while they awaited NHS treatment for depression. This personal experience, combined with his postgraduate training in psychiatry (Imperial) and public health (Johns Hopkins), drives his innovative approach to mental healthcare technology. As Founder CEO of Koa Health and advisor to both WHO and the Wellcome Trust, Oliver has pioneered the intersection of healthcare and technology, earning a 2024 Royal Society fellowship as Entrepreneur in Residence at Oxford University.

Daniel Levitt

As Duck Score's full stack developer and AI architect, Dan has single-handedly built our platform from web to mobile apps, driven by his vision of healthier digital spaces for future generations. His experience as a developer, combined with extensive work in innovative technology, underpins Duck Score's technical foundation. With young children of his own, Dan's commitment to countering social media toxicity shapes our platform's thoughtful design. His philosophy of meaningful self-reflection, inspired by successful workplace practices, has been instrumental in creating Duck Score's unique approach to digital well-being. Dan works closely with our data science team to ensure technology serves genuine human connection rather than addictive engagement.

Josh Elster

A seasoned financial leader with deep roots in scaling technology businesses, Josh brings valuable startup experience from his roles at YardLink and Zencargo. His journey from PwC to pioneering tech companies has given him unique insight into sustainable business models. An ACA-qualified accountant with a degree in French and Business from Manchester Business School, Josh's expertise extends beyond numbers to a profound understanding of responsible growth. As a parent, his commitment to Duck Score stems from a desire to create better digital spaces for future generations. His vision of technology that promotes vulnerability and self-improvement, rather than social comparison, helps shape Duck Score's anti-social media approach to mental health awareness.

Lottie Coxon

Turning early setbacks into creative fuel, Lottie's journey to design began when an art teacher suggested she try something else. Her determination led her through fine art to graphic design, graduating during the challenging summer of 2020. As Duck Score's UX/UI designer, she brings fresh Gen Z perspective to mental health awareness, creating intuitive and engaging interfaces that resonate with users of all ages. Her design philosophy mirrors Duck Score's mission: transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. Lottie's work focuses on making mental health tracking both accessible and visually engaging, proving that meaningful technology can also be beautiful

Ronan Clayton

A dynamic data scientist bridging the gap between complex technology and human well-being, Ronan brings fresh perspective to Duck Score's mission. With a background in biomedical sciences from Bournemouth University and intensive data science training at Le Wagon, he combines scientific rigour with innovative thinking. His experience as founder of Sudoku Warrior demonstrates his ability to create engaging digital experiences. At Duck Score, Ronan leads our data science initiatives, focusing on empowering users to make better decisions through accessible insights. His vision of creating a psychological safety net through mainstream, connected technology drives our approach to mental health awareness.