Fran Beadle is a prominent figure in the realm of healthcare innovation and leadership. As a Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO) at the Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW), she plays a vital role in integrating nursing practices with digital technologies to enhance patient care and streamline healthcare processes. With a strong background in nursing and health informatics, Fran is dedicated to improving health outcomes through data-driven decision-making and innovative solutions. Her expertise not only influences policy and practice, but also contributes to the broader healthcare community, advocating for the importance of nursing perspectives in digital transformation initiatives.

Fran is also the Chair of the British Computer Society's nursing committee, a member of the WNMC and Executive Nurse Directors forums, and the Welsh representative on the 5 Nations Nursing Informatics Group.