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Working with a stellar team, I lead the commercialisation of world leading and impactful research across the University of Exeter.

Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

I led the commercialisation of research across the University of Exeter in Cornwall and lead Environmental and Sustainable Technology commercialisation across Cornwall and Devon campuses within the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy. I managed the formation of spinout companies and licencing deals, helping to secure investment and undertaking associated contract management and negotiation. My responsibilities include identifying new opportunities to generate income and impact through… Show more I led the commercialisation of research across the University of Exeter in Cornwall and lead Environmental and Sustainable Technology commercialisation across Cornwall and Devon campuses within the Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy. I managed the formation of spinout companies and licencing deals, helping to secure investment and undertaking associated contract management and negotiation. My responsibilities include identifying new opportunities to generate income and impact through the commercialisation of research, developing opportunities for collaboration with external private and public sector organisations, managing complex contracts for a diverse range of collaborative activities undertaken by the University with it’s partners and building new programmes that accelerate and increase the impact of University knowledge, expertise, ideas and technology.This includes early stage commercialisation strategy, intellectual property management, investor and strategic partnerships, contract negotiation, investment readiness and funding. Our ESE Faculty spinout portfolio companies and researchers are addressing important challenges including:+ Critical mineral supply chains+ De-Carbonisation of mining operations+ MMV for nature based solutions+ De-Carbonisation of buildings and construction+ Direct Atmospheric Carbon Removal + EV breaking systems and materials Show less

Cornwall

I led the commercialisation of research across the University of Exeter in Cornwall and with an emphasis on environmental and sustainable technology commercialisation across Cornwall and Devon campuses. I supported and managed the formation of spinout companies and licencing deals, helping to secure investment and undertaking associated contract management and negotiation. I managed and led the formation of new spin-out ventures including - TB Generations Limited, Minviro Limited, Build… Show more I led the commercialisation of research across the University of Exeter in Cornwall and with an emphasis on environmental and sustainable technology commercialisation across Cornwall and Devon campuses. I supported and managed the formation of spinout companies and licencing deals, helping to secure investment and undertaking associated contract management and negotiation. I managed and led the formation of new spin-out ventures including - TB Generations Limited, Minviro Limited, Build Solar Limited, Quanterra Systems Limited and Kernow Mining Optimisation - Fleet Ltd. Show less

Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

Part of the Research Commercialisation SETsquared Exeter delivery team working in Cornwall and Devon.

St. Ives, England, United Kingdom

Opening in 2023, Bayspace will support a mix of start-up, micro, small and medium sized enterprises, working alongside established businesses in an iconic venue that inspires creativity and collaboration. Bayspace is a St Ives Workstation CIC project.

United Kingdom

St Ives Workstation CIC aims to establish a Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development in St Ives. We want to build pathways that enable people, environment and economy to work together to make a greater difference for St Ives Bay in terms of resilience, prosperity, wellbeing and planet.

Cornwall

Keebunga is positioning to become the go to brand for vehicle key security in the outdoor recreation market. Our customer focused solution solves a real problem for outdoor enthusiasts world wide.Those of us that enjoy wet outdoor activities such as surfing, swimming and triathlon face the problem of keeping our electronic vehicle keys secure and dry. Keebunga is the worlds first hard shell protective enclosure designed specifically to protect electronic vehicle keys for active outdoor… Show more Keebunga is positioning to become the go to brand for vehicle key security in the outdoor recreation market. Our customer focused solution solves a real problem for outdoor enthusiasts world wide.Those of us that enjoy wet outdoor activities such as surfing, swimming and triathlon face the problem of keeping our electronic vehicle keys secure and dry. Keebunga is the worlds first hard shell protective enclosure designed specifically to protect electronic vehicle keys for active outdoor enthusiasts. With significant interest from premium global hardware distributors such as Creatures of Leisure; sponsors of 6 x World Surfing Champion Stephanie Gilmore and 3 x World Champion Mick Fanning, Keebunga are well positioned to achieve significant revenue growth within global outdoor market segments.Keebuga was started to address a problem that he had experienced 1st hand. After several rounds of user led research and development, the Keebunga Key Case was born. The outcome is a truly waterproof, robust and compact enclosure designed to be worn comfortably close to the body.These core design principles out perform currently available products that are generic, bulky and uncomfortable to wear, made of flimsy materials and often fail at waterproofing. In response to the failure of many of these generic waterproof pouches and cases, lockable combination safe boxes have become widespread.However, it is now widely accepted that bolting your vehicle key in a safe box to the outside of you car is risky and is not seen as an option for many individuals or indeed car insurance companies. The only way to guarantee the safety of your vehicle key (and your ride home) is to protect it and take it with you. This is what Keebunga enables you to do.Press coverage includes editorial in publications such as Magic Seaweed, SUPBoarder Magazine, Wave Length Magazine and Yanko Design blog. Show less

Cornwall

Sharing my experience and helping others develop and launch their big ideas. For over 10 years I have developed, launched and managed a diverse range of business projects. I am passionate about developing new and exciting ideas and helping other people move forward with theirs.I offer consultancy, mentoring, talks and workshops that are aimed at helping people turn ideas into reality and approach the hurdles that will undoubtedly be encountered on their journey… Show more Sharing my experience and helping others develop and launch their big ideas. For over 10 years I have developed, launched and managed a diverse range of business projects. I am passionate about developing new and exciting ideas and helping other people move forward with theirs.I offer consultancy, mentoring, talks and workshops that are aimed at helping people turn ideas into reality and approach the hurdles that will undoubtedly be encountered on their journey. Testimonial:"We’d like to thank you once again for coming over and talking to our students. Yours and Keebunga’s story surely inspired the students and helped them gain an insight into the world of independent business. I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did and we look forward to working with you in the future." - Joshua Sorono, University of Exeter, Enterprise and Employability Assistant.Specialities and Experience:Product DevelopmentManufacturingBrandingStrategy Problem SolvingInnovationIntellectual PropertyTechnology Show less

St Ives, Cornwall, Uk

In partnership with Professional Surfer and Olympic Torch bearer, Tassy Swallow; SUP St Ives provides safe, fun and professional stand up paddle boarding lessons and tours in the heart of St Ives.Duties and responsibilities included the safe operating of lessons and tours, daily risk assessments, activity planning on a daily basis in an extremely busy resort and commercial harbour. Other responsibilities included group and one on one instruction, tour guiding and marketing and promotion… Show more In partnership with Professional Surfer and Olympic Torch bearer, Tassy Swallow; SUP St Ives provides safe, fun and professional stand up paddle boarding lessons and tours in the heart of St Ives.Duties and responsibilities included the safe operating of lessons and tours, daily risk assessments, activity planning on a daily basis in an extremely busy resort and commercial harbour. Other responsibilities included group and one on one instruction, tour guiding and marketing and promotion of the service, team management, and managing key stakeholder relationships within the town and harbour. Show less

St Ives, Cornwall

Keebunga St Ives store specialises in show casing the very best quality and latest on trend action sports equipment and apparel from some of the worlds' most environmentally conscious brands. Keebunga ST Ives has a "bricks and mortar" store and also a e commerce store that ships products globally. Keebunga St Ives takes a particular interest in promoting brands and products that have strong environmental and ethical credentials and also strives to promote local companies, crafts… Show more Keebunga St Ives store specialises in show casing the very best quality and latest on trend action sports equipment and apparel from some of the worlds' most environmentally conscious brands. Keebunga ST Ives has a "bricks and mortar" store and also a e commerce store that ships products globally. Keebunga St Ives takes a particular interest in promoting brands and products that have strong environmental and ethical credentials and also strives to promote local companies, crafts people, artist and entrepreneurs. The store was proactively involved in promoting opportunities for local young people to develop skills and experience. I also championed and supported causes that supported local young people through my role on the board of Directors at St Ives Business Improvement District, providing feedback on the ST Ives Neighbourhood plan to Council members and supporting young people to set up new initiatives such as Surf House St Ives and standing up for maintaining funding for the local skate park. The harbour front store is also home to SUP ST IVES stand up paddle board school, a collaboration between Keebunga and Professional surfer Tassy Swallow. Show less

Conrwall Uk

BUILD SOLAR is positioning to become a major player in the rapidly emerging building integrated photovoltaic market. By combining cutting edge research and design, Build Solar turn mass produced construction materials into affordable opportunities for buildings to generate their own energy, reduce CO2 and provide additional return on investment for building owners. Its launch product; Solar Squared seeks to disrupt the global glass block market by turning exterior glass block installations into… Show more BUILD SOLAR is positioning to become a major player in the rapidly emerging building integrated photovoltaic market. By combining cutting edge research and design, Build Solar turn mass produced construction materials into affordable opportunities for buildings to generate their own energy, reduce CO2 and provide additional return on investment for building owners. Its launch product; Solar Squared seeks to disrupt the global glass block market by turning exterior glass block installations into clean energy generators. Show less

Truro, United Kingdom

Running a Social science research project evaluating the pilot Foundation Year 1 and 2 education strategy that has now replaced the PRHO junior doctor training program throughout England and Wales.The role involved the design of research methodology, collection of and analysis of qualitative data. The years work culminated with writing and presenting the final evaluative report.