Challenge
To commercialise innovative water and waste-water treatment
technologies developed by internationally renowned team
at Cranfield University.
Approach
Assumed the role of Interim Managing Director
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Set-up
Company to commercialise portfolio of innovative technologies
and software
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Conducted strategy development, business
and financial planning, negotiation of IPR assignment
agreements,
delivery planning,
and negotiation of initial commercial contracts
to secure early revenue
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Secured first-round funding
from Angel and Institutional investors
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Recruited credible
and reputable permanent senior management team
Outcome
Company successfully spun-out from Cranfield University
in April 2005. Water Innovate is now headed by
a highly experienced
permanent management team.
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