Edward brings extensive experience in scaling innovative building technologies and negotiating global licensing and partnership agreements. Beginning his career in investment banking, he advised fast-growth companies on project finance and equity raising before moving into industry leadership roles. He served as CFO, COO and later CEO of the company behind Accoya, a modified wood product, guiding the business through its flotation on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market. He later returned as Strategy and Business Development Director, securing major licence agreements and joint ventures across the UK, USA, Germany, South America and Asia.
As Adaptavate’s Commercial Director, he leads commercial strategy and oversees the development of our technology licence proposition, the establishment of strategic partnerships and negotiation of technology licences.