About Chris
Outcome-focused R&D leader with over 30 years of experience in food innovation. Skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, simplifying complexity, and delivering cross-functional programmes at pace. Proven track record in strategic innovation, capability building, and M&A integration. Now offering interim leadership and consultancy support through Canopy R&D (helping businesses unlock value across the food system.
English
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
London (up to 50km)
Experience
- Canopy R&DR&D ConsultantJune 2025 - Today (1 year)I have launched Canopy R&D independent consultancy to provide flexible, high-impact support across FMCG and food innovation. Offering interim leadership, project-based delivery, strategic input and coaching for founders. Focus on developing opportunities for effective application of AI and "big data" tools.
- Nomad FoodsHead of R&D Expertise, Integration & AdriaticsFebruary 2020 - January 2025 (4 years and 11 months)Led Expert teams (Tech Data Teams Nutrition, Sensory). Part of RDQ LT. Delivered against compliance, superiority and nutrition targets. Managing significant team, with more than 10 direct reports plus teams.
- Nomad FoodsRDQ Lead Adriatics IntegrationJanuary 2021 - January 2023 (2 years)Functional leadership of successful integration of Fortenova acquisition. Responsible for R&D and Quality alignment, onboarding new teams, and system/process mapping.
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Education
- PhD Plant BiochemistryUniversity of Cambridge1994PhD Plant Biochemistry
- MA/BA Hons Natural SciencesUniversity of Cambridge1991MA/BA Hons Natural Sciences
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