Josh Wakefield

Josh Wakefield has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Josh started their career as a Laboratory Demonstrator at the University of Otago from January 2012 to June 2013. Josh then joined Oritain in November 2013 as a Scientist and later transitioned to the role of Scientist and Data Manager from January 2016 to February 2019. Josh further progressed in the company and served as a Development Lead from February 2019 to December 2020. After that, they took on the role of Chief Technical Officer (Interim) from December 2020 to July 2021. Following this, they became the Global Science R&D Lead and held the position from July 2021 to April 2022. Currently, they are working as the Global Product Lead - Food, Pharmaceutical, and Other divisions at Oritain. Overall, Josh Wakefield has a strong background in scientific and technical roles, with a focus on sustainability practices and proven traceability.

Josh Wakefield attended the University of Otago and obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Chemistry and Physiology. Josh later went on to pursue a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Chemistry from the same university.