I am an entrepreneur and business leader and non executive director
City of London
Joined February 2015
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As an Ambassador for @thenotforgotten I was delighted to attend a special evening at the Cavalry & Guards Club, alongside the charity’s Patron, HRH The Princess Royal. The charity does vital work helping veterans and serving personnel living with isolation, injury and illness.
This independent analysis underlines just how significant the opportunity at RAF Scampton is, not only for Lincolnshire but for the UK’s wider defence, aerospace and innovation ecosystem.
Independent analysis has reinforced the scale of the opportunity at RAF Scampton.
The updated appraisal estimates our masterplan could generate around £3bn in economic and social benefits.
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@WestLindseyDC @lincscham @lincstoday @LincolnshireCC #Scampton
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Independent analysis has reinforced the scale of the opportunity at RAF Scampton.
The updated appraisal estimates our masterplan could generate around £3bn in economic and social benefits.
linkedin.com/feed/update/urn…
@WestLindseyDC @lincscham @lincstoday @LincolnshireCC #Scampton
The Defence Investment Plan is a critical moment for UK Defence.
The focus must now move from ambition to delivery, turning investment into capability at pace.
Download the DIP:
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#UKDefence #DefenceInvestment #NationalSecurity #Resilience
Crisis readiness is built years before crisis arrives.
@airpowerassn World War 3.0: Lessons from 2030 is a timely warning on deterrence, resilience and national preparedness.
Read it here: airspacepower.com/aspa-e-boo…
#Defence #NationalSecurity #Resilience
Honoured to be appointed an Ambassador for @thenotforgotten at its Buckingham Palace Garden Party, hosted by HRH The Princess Royal.
The charity’s work supporting veterans & serving personnel facing injury, illness or isolation matters deeply.
Proud to help champion its mission.
Join us today to explore:
🔸What to look out for in the upcoming Defence Investment Plan (DIP)
🔸How the NAD is evolving to support SMEs
🔸Key announcements relevant to smaller businesses
🔸How this aligns with priorities outlined in the SDR
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Great evening at @TheCityUK Annual Dinner last week.
Enjoyed hearing from Rt Hon @DavidLammy MP and conversation with @LucyRigby KC MP and Omar Ali (Chair, TheCityUK).
A pleasure to sit next to @_CallumAnderson MP. Mood was confident and upbeat.
#FinancialServices #UKEconomy
Last night I joined #WoburnPartners supporting @efoody
Great to meet MPs @wesstreeting @bphillipsonMP @alexnorrismp @JoeMorrisMP & discuss the work at @ScamptonHolding @UDSS_Official & the opportunity to export UK expertise to allied nations.
#Defence #NationalSecurity
Fresh momentum at RAF Scampton. We shared updated proposals with @WestLindseyDC this week. Encouraging support for a heritage-led vision that protects Scampton’s story while delivering jobs, skills and long-term value for Lincolnshire and the UK.
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Defence can’t be left to governments alone, #privatecapital has a real role in #Europe’s security.
My new blog unpacks:
• The investor implications of the UK SDR
• The gap between ambition and budgets
• How to engage responsibly in #defence
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Good to be back at the former RAF Scampton!
On site at former RAF Scampton last week with Lincoln MP @HFalconerMP, board colleagues, and architect Chris Perkins (CBP). Productive meetings with prospective occupiers as we advance the plan—heritage, jobs & investment at the core. #RAFScampton #Regeneration #Lincolnshire
Great to be back at #Scampton with @andreajenkyns , Jackie Brockway, and Tom Lear. The new economic analysis shows the project could deliver £12.5m per month to Lincs & the UK over 15 years. With plans for a migrant site now dropped, we’re ready to get to work. #SaveOurScampton
Next week I’ll be at #DSEI2025 with colleagues from @UDSS_Official
Looking forward to meeting gov, industry & international partners to discuss defence transformation, investment, security, PME & capability development.
📩 Email [email protected] to book a meeting.
A fantastic event from @UDSS_Official with speeches from the Rt Hon Tobias Ellwood who provided analysis on how U.S. political shifts could impact UK defence strategy & NATO's future direction, while Phil Osborn CBE underscored the vital role of technology in modern defence.
@UDSS_Official hosted foreign def & mil attachés to the UK, for “Defence Modernisation: Strategic Impetus & Technological Opportunity” at the HAC. Speeches from @Tobias_Ellwood & Phil Osborn sparked dialogue about the current & future state of #defence
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A pleasure to attend @TheCityUK dinner last night. Ruth Sutherland, Group Business Editor @DailyMailUK led a thought-provoking discussion "The City is Not Just the Square Mile", highlighting the far-reaching impact of financial services beyond London’s core.
#FinancialServices
I am delighted to welcome the Rt Hon Tobias Ellwood to @UDSS_Official as a strategic advisor.
His experience & strategic vision will be invaluable as UDSS continues to support our clients in navigating the complex & evolving #defence & security landscape.
Welcome aboard, Tobias!
@UDSS_Official announces Rt Hon @Tobias_Ellwood, a former Minister in the Foreign Office, subsequently in @DefenceHQ & Chair of the Defence Select Committee as a strategic advisor.
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#defenceindustry #defencestrategy #securityindustry
The delay in transferring #RAFScampton from @ukhomeoffice is causing concern for the community & us as developers @ScamptonHolding. We are eager to collaborate with stakeholders to advance this project & urge the government to expedite the process. #Lincolnshire #SaveOurScampton
Good to see @EdwardLeighGB keeping #Scampton alive in Parliament. @ukhomeoffice needs to accelerate the disposal to @WestLindseyDC so @ScamptonHolding can progress a project vital for the economy of central Lincs. Let’s not waste any more time!
A pleasure to meet His Excellency, Turkish Ambassador O. Koray Ertas, at @TheCityUK networking event in collab with @aerl_org in London.
Thanks to the Ambassador for kindly hosting; a valuable opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions & strengthen ties.
@TC_LondraBE #AERL
