Versatile professional with a proven track record across diverse industries, ranging from dynamic start-ups to established organizations. Committed to leveraging my skills and experience to contribute value in any capacity but especially in technology commercialisation, having carried out such a role for a number of years, most recently at Greenergy, Europes largest waste based biofuels manufacturer and the UK's largest transport fuel provider. I have many years experience in industry in both technical and commercial roles and have been involved with many technology commercialisations. I have specific experience in projects involving the use of ATP and bioreactors in conversion of waste to fuels/petchem and in the use of bioreactors in wide range of other applications, including alcohol production and AD. Known for resourcefulness, determination, and decisive leadership, I excel in driving initiatives and delivering tangible results. With extensive experience in business development, project management, and operations control, I have held director-level roles in the Food and Drink, and Waste Recycling sectors. Key highlights of my background include:• Spearheading business start-ups focused on waste recycling and waste-to-energy solutions.• Overseeing multi-site manufacturing operations and ensuring optimal control.• Implementing operational change programs and driving best practices.• Translating new technologies into practical, safe, and commercially viable ventures.As a creative thinker, I bring a wealth of experience from senior roles in sales, production, technical, marketing, and R&D within customer-facing businesses. My expertise spans various areas, including:• Commercial exploitation of micro-organisms in alcoholic drinks manufacture.• Anaerobic digestion and bioethanol production for waste-to-energy.• Bioreactor technology for efficient waste treatment• Specialized knowledge in sludge drying technology.• Driving competitive manufacturing and conducting large-scale value analysis.• Proficient in change management and innovative problem-solving.• Waste-to-transport fuels via gasification and pyrolysis.• End of life tyre pyrolysis to renewable transport fuels and recovered carbon black• Plastics-to-petrochemicals solutions.• Hydro-processing of used cooking oil to SAF
