Meet the Team

People with purpose. Experts with heart.

Our talented team – backed by expert clinical advisors, delivers smart, cost-effective solutions that keep our clients' workplaces healthy and productive. With backgrounds in insurance, occupational health, wellbeing, rehabilitation, and consultancy, our people bring real-world expertise to every client challenge.

Paul Dunlop, Chief Executive Officer

With over 25 years of experience in insurance, workplace health, and insurtech, Paul Dunlop leads Sparta Health with vision and industry expertise. He's built a strong network across claims management, supply chain channels, product distribution, broker partnerships, and medical support services - spanning traditional insurer markets and innovative digital start-ups.

Paul is also a certified Mental Health First Aider and FA Level 1 football coach, reflecting his passion for wellbeing and team development. Under his leadership, Sparta Health continues to innovate, bridging insurance, occupational health, rehabilitation, and education technology to create smarter, more effective health solutions.

Chris Bruce, Head of Health, Wellbeing and Operations

Chris joined the team in 2019 and is currently responsible for the operational delivery of our high-quality services, he also oversees the day-to-day delivery of those services and ensures the relationships with our clients remain open and positive.

Chris’s background lies in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and prevention; prior to joining Sparta Health he had varied experience in the case management sector, closely working with insurers across private medical insurance, employer’s liability, and general liability.

He is known for his hard-working ethic, and constant drive to provide value to his clients through clinical excellence, positive outcomes, and high-quality service.

Monica Velici, Senior Health & Wellbeing Coordinator

Monica joined Sparta Health in early 2020 and is our go-to expert for day-to-day therapy and wellbeing coordination.

With a BSc in Psychology from Lancaster University and an MSc in Clinical Neurodevelopmental Sciences from King’s College London, she combines strong academic roots with practical insight - particularly in dementia and mental health.

Monica works closely with clinicians, clients, and insurers, ensuring seamless delivery of care pathways and rehabilitation services. Her proactive, compassionate approach makes a real difference - for individuals and organisations alike.

Currently training toward full therapist accreditation, Monica is driven by her passion for mental wellness and evidence-based rehabilitation.

Rawan Ibrahim, Health & Wellbeing Coordinator

Rawan joined Sparta Health in 2023 and plays a key role in coordinating day-to-day therapy and wellbeing services.

She holds a BA in Sociology from the University of Nottingham and a PGCert in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Counselling from Birkbeck, University of London. With this academic foundation, Rawan brings a thoughtful, client-centred approach to her work.

Working closely with both clients and therapists, she ensures that individual needs are met with care, efficiency, and attention to detail. With empathy and compassion, Rawan is committed to supporting meaningful outcomes for those navigating health and wellbeing pathways.

Chris Jefford, Commercial Manager

Chris brings extensive experience across both the insurance and occupational health sectors to his role as Commercial Manager at Sparta Health. He leads on product development, supplier relationship management, marketing, and tender strategy, all helping to drive the company’s growth and service innovation.

Before joining Sparta Health, Chris worked within the insurance industry - working across insurer and intermediary markets in both B2B and B2C.

With strong commercial acumen and extensive experience in operational delivery and compliance awareness, Chris ensures that Sparta Health’s services are both strategically developed and expertly executed for maximum client benefit.

Jane Barnes, Consultant

Jane joined Sparta Health in 2020, bringing with her over 25 years of experience in the financial services sector, primarily within the insurance industry. At Sparta Health, she oversees ISO compliance, credit control, and social media marketing.

Throughout her career, Jane has held key roles in claims management, legal and compliance, as well as account management, developing a broad and deep understanding of industry operations. She is highly regarded for her proactive approach, strong work ethic, and ‘can do’ attitude.