Mark DasGupta is a pharmacist with over 35 years of experience across community pharmacy, primary care, academia and NHS leadership. Before joining the PDA, Mark served as Chief Pharmacist and Clinical Director for Medicines Management and Optimisation at NHS Birmingham and Solihull, where he led medicines optimisation, prescribing quality and clinical governance across one of the largest healthcare systems in England. An Honorary Professor in Primary Care Pharmacy at Aston University, Mark has contributed to the education and development of pharmacists throughout his career. His work has included developing prescribing quality programmes, supporting clinical leadership, shaping medicines policy and leading large multidisciplinary pharmacy teams. Mark has a particular interest in professional development, leadership, digital innovation and the safe use of technology in healthcare. He regularly speaks and writes on topics including medicines optimisation, pharmacy practice and artificial intelligence in healthcare. As Director of Professional Development, Mark leads the PDA's education and professional development strategy, helping to ensure pharmacists have access to high-quality learning, guidance, resources and support throughout their careers.