Francesca graduated from University College London with a 1st honours in Philosophy, Politics and Economics. Both during and after college, Francesca worked for Members of the British Parliament as a speechwriter and policy researcher. Her research focuses on British politics and democratic governance/innovations and in the past she has written papers on referendums, the UK/US relationship, electoral systems and international relations. Francesca is also an international award-winning competitive debater and continues to coach in her spare time. She now works as a Management Consultant and specialises in public services consulting.