Industry background spans technology organisations including software, data, science, engineering and manufacturing. In charge of the research and technical services divisions, providing R&D, product prototyping and innovation services.
Divisions include biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, internet-of-things and data solutions, and advanced materials.
Also runs the commercial businesses of Callaghan Innovation, including export businesses KiwiStar Optics, GlycoSyn and the Measurement Standards Laboratory of NZ.
Background in international business and economic development in private and public sectors.
Previously held senior positions with MetService, Airways NZ, NZ Trade & Enterprise and Objective Corporation.
Was NZ’s trade commissioner in Australia, Asia and the Pacific.