‘I am Industry Freak’With real, practical high-level experience from Farming to CPG Retail. My farming roots are probably why I have a reputation for straight-talking, resourceful and pragmatic approach to quickly solving problems, with a proven history in creating and building ground breaking businesses.Over 30 years in leadership, growing, investing & exiting AgriFoodTech & food industry businesses – Businesses using innovations and new technologies to transform the agriculture supply chain from food production to consumption. As a Nuffield Food & Farming Scholar, I have a global perspective and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the food and farming industry. My mission is to enable farming and food businesses to fulfil their potential for the future and to create positive social and environmental impact.As the CEO of Agaricus Robotics Ltd, a breakthrough innovation company developing and commercialising robotic mushroom harvesting solutions. I was responsible for the company's overall strategy, operations, and fundraising, as well as building and leading a diverse and talented team. I leverage my extensive network and expertise in the AgriFoodTech sector to generate new business opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations. I also oversee the product development and customer service processes, ensuring that we deliver high-quality and customer-led products and services that meet the market demand and generate a return on investment.Skills:✔️Strategy Formulation & Execution ✔️Transformation / Change Management ✔️Creating & Developing Operational Infrastructure ✔️Risk Management / Governance ✔️Financial Management ✔️Investment & Fundraising (Seed to Series A) ✔️People Management / Leadership ✔️Mentoring & Coaching to Board Level ✔️Stakeholder Relationship Management ✔️Investor Relations ✔️Business Development / Sales & Marketing ✔️Keynote Speaker / Media & Press Relations ✔️ESG / Sustainability ✔️New Product Development / Solution Design