Simon Barriskell

Simon Barriskell is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in high-level roles across various industries. Currently serving as Finance Director Transformation at Morgan Advanced Materials since April 2025, Simon has previously held the Chief Financial Officer position at Warburtons, overseeing financial operations for a leading UK baking business, and at Glen Dimplex Consumer Appliances, where responsibilities included managing financial strategies for a major international group. Simon's background also includes significant roles at Fox's Biscuits and McBride, focusing on driving profitability, managing cost efficiencies, and ensuring governance. Earlier career experience at Unilever involved directing financial strategies for various categories and regions, including a €1.3 billion business. Simon holds an MBA in Strategic Management from Henley Business School, a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and a BSc in Economics from the University of Leicester.