Our People

Tess Wheldon
Founder and Co-director
Tess Wheldon is an expert in political strategy and public policy, with almost a decade in Westminster including former roles as a ministerial advisor and a parliamentary researcher. She holds a breadth of experience piloting policy goals into legislation, and has advised think-tanks, ministers, and interest groups on a range of complex issues from 5G security to agricultural policy and localised devolution. Having grown up in and previously managed her family sheep farm, as well being a proud member of Team GB Equestrian, Tess holds a love for all things rural.

Joseph Robertson
Director of Strategy
Joseph Robertson is an experienced political, media & digital strategist, with an extensive background in marketing and communication. His career over the last decade has focused on work with influential political, commercial & media organizations. His experience spans from creating policy, to advising on elections and viral campaigns across the UK, EU, and US. Before joining Touchpoint he directed a Westminster-linked think-tank & worked as a journalist covering current affairs.