My Portfolio
Please take a moment to look at these exciting and impactful companies. Some of them are investments, in others I am coaching or mentoring the founders, CEO and management teams, many of whom are raising their first institutional funding rounds.
Private Companies, Investment and Advisory
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AgFunder
Founded in 2013 and based in Silicon Valley, AgFunder is one of the world’s most active DeepTech VCs backing great companies impacting agri-food and dual-use challenges. We’re rethinking venture capital for the 21st century. I am an LP investor in Fund III.
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Intelligent Growth Solutions
IGS designs and builds industrial-scale vertical farms, globally. Our proprietary technology is designed to grow a variety of crops and plants by creating the perfect growing environment, year-round. CEO 2017-2024. Investor
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Tutch
We are an Australian-based tech company that is transforming the in-store retail experience by creating the “Endless Aisle”. Our digital platform bridges the gap between our customers’ online and high street businesses. Investor
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Tech Tour
Our community platform connects tech entrepreneurs with over 1,000 investors, experts, coaches, and regions. I brought Growth DeepTech 2025 to Scotland 14-16 May. It was a huge success and has generated a lasting legacy for Scotland, having committed to return each year with various events. You can see the results and images on the link. President.
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Robocean
We have developed and autonomous underwater robot to streamline the entire seagrass restoration process from seed to sapling. Our technology is empowering scalable and affordable seed collection and planting. Board and leadership advisor.
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VistaMilk
The VistaMilk Research Ireland Centre represents a unique collaboration between Agri-Food and information communications technology (ICT) research institutes and leading Irish/multinational food and ICT companies. I am working with the board to help make Irish dairy the cleanest grass-fed dairy sector in the world. Board advisor.
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The Royal Society
I was awarded an Entrepreneur in Residence post and Industry College member at The Royal Society in January 2025 and aim to bring the best practice in spinout company formation, investment and industrial collaboration to Scotland.
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nooku
Go beyond just monitoring your air quality. Nooku is your guide to creating a healthier home by providing you (and your landlord, if you rent) with data and actionable insights to prevent the onset of respiratory conditions as well as damage to your home, school or place of work. Board and leadership advisor.
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Professor Me
Are you a student who would like more help with your studies? We can help! Become a member of our channel and get access to our exclusive videos, podcasts, blogs and coaching. Chair.
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Chirrup
Birds —and their songs— are the best indicator of biodiversity and sustainable farming: what gets measured, gets managed.
That's why we have developed the Chirrup.ai platform for land managers and food companies, so they can manage progress. Leadership advisor, coach.