Zero to One Creator
Identifying, designing, building, and scaling high-value products and companies into unicorn-level outcomes.
A proven track record spanning 30+ years architecting product strategy, technology roadmaps, and scaling initiatives across global automotive leaders and strategic startups.
The Arrival Milestone
As Chief Product Officer and founding member, architected the complete product and technology roadmap for Arrival, from inception to public markets.
Led the company to a landmark NASDAQ IPO in March 2021 at $13.6 billion valuation — two years ahead of schedule, with the company only 5.5 years old.
The Backers
Strategic investments from tier-1 partners and investors including:
- • BlackRock
- • Hyundai
- • UPS
The Portfolio
14 innovative products across:
- • Electric Vehicles
- • Components & Systems
- • Advanced Robo-facturing
- • Cloud Logistics
Specialisation
Product Strategy
End-to-end product architecture from conception through to market leadership. Deep expertise in identifying whitespace opportunities and designing solutions that define new categories.
Technology Leadership
Leading technology and product organisations through scaling phases. Building and directing teams that deliver breakthrough innovation across complex, regulated industries.
Company Building
Taking companies from zero to public markets. Experience scaling across automotive, manufacturing, and emerging technology sectors with proven playbooks for unicorn-level growth.
Strategic Investment
Attracting tier-1 institutional capital and strategic partnerships. Building investor relations and articulating vision that inspires confidence.
Executive Advisory
Guiding startups and established companies through inflection points. Offering strategic direction and mentorship based on 30+ years of industry knowledge and insights.
Heritage
Global Automotive Leadership
Strategic contribution across the world's most innovative automotive brands. Worked with legendary engineering and design teams to advance product excellence.
30+ Years in Industry
Deep operational expertise across product development, technology strategy, manufacturing innovation, and strategic business development in capital-intensive industries.
Startup & Scale Advisory
CEO trusted advisor for companies navigating growth stages. Providing strategic guidance on product-market fit, go-to-market strategy, and organisational scaling.
Let's Build
Whether you're scaling a venture, launching breakthrough products, or navigating strategic transitions, I work with founders and leaders ready to achieve unicorn-level outcomes.