Debra Montague

President 

Lung Cancer Europe

Debra Montague has over 25 years of experience at a senior level in the pharmaceutical industry. She retired for health reasons when diagnosed with Stage IV ALK-positive lung cancer over 9 years ago. 

She founded the ALK Positive Lung Cancer (UK) charity in December 2018 with a membership of 780 patients. The charity provides support to, empowerment of and advocacy on behalf of patients.

Debra was appointed in April 2025 as the first patient President of Lung Cancer Europe, having previously served as a board member and Vice-President. 

Updated: November 2025