Graham Ellis

Graham Ellis has a diverse work experience in various industries. Graham currently serves as a Board Observer at Biosyntia, where they have been since August 2022. Prior to this, they held the position of Director at NOVAMEAT and Chairman at It's Fresh!, both starting in 2022.

In 2021, Ellis worked as a Partner - Agri Food Tech Venture Capital at Praesidium. Graham also held the role of Director at Arborea in 2017.

From 2017 to 2023, Ellis was involved with Ocean Harvest Technology (OHT) in multiple roles. Graham initially served as the Chief Executive Officer, driving innovation in the provision of macro-algae blends for the animal and human nutrition industries. Later, they transitioned to the role of Deputy Chair before the company listed on AIM.

Prior to their time at OHT, Ellis worked as a Consultant at GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group) from 2017 to 2021.

From 2010 to 2017, Ellis served in various roles at TerraVia (previously Solazyme). Graham started as Senior Director of Fuels before being promoted to Vice President, responsible for business development and alliances. In their final role, they served as Senior Vice President of Business Development, overseeing strategic partnerships and ventures.

Ellis began their career at UOP in 1994, where they worked as a Senior Business Manager - Biorenewable Fuels. In this role, they led technology commercialization and portfolio expansion, with a focus on renewable jet production.

Overall, Ellis has gained extensive experience and expertise in business development, strategic partnerships, and leadership roles within the biotechnology and renewable fuels industries.

Graham Ellis obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Loughborough University from 1990 to 1994. Following that, they pursued an Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business from 2006 to 2008. Graham Ellis also holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, but no further information about the institution or date of certification is provided.