Presenter

Cristin Merritt is Head of Communications at Alces Flight, with over 15 years of experience in enterprise technology and more than nine in High Performance Computing (HPC). She specialises in helping organisations navigate the complex landscape of platforms, tools, and technologies required for successful HPC outcomes.

At Alces Flight, Cristin leads the delivery of complex projects, develops business cases and strategic reviews, and supports clients in maximising the impact of their HPC solutions. She is particularly focused on translating technical complexity into clear, actionable insight.

Cristin is an active member of the HPC community, serving as Fundraiser and Social Media Editor for Women in HPC and contributing to the Supercomputing Conference (SC) series.

Originally from the United States, she holds a degree in Classics from the University of Florida and is now based in Oxford, England, with her family.