Claudia Faraday BA (Hons), MSc is Platform Development and Defence Innovation Pathways Lead at DefTechLink, where she focuses on helping SMEs, dual-use innovators, and non-traditional suppliers navigate defence markets more effectively. Her work centres on clarifying the gap between early-stage innovation and real-world defence adoption, with a particular focus on procurement pathways, funding routes, and how companies position themselves for engagement.

With a background spanning education, research, and applied science, Claudia brings a structured, analytical approach to interpreting defence systems and translating them into practical guidance. She works closely with UK and international stakeholders across maritime, autonomy, and emerging technology domains, and contributes to thought leadership on defence innovation pathways, market entry challenges, and the realities of transitioning technology into operational use.