Liam Eldon

Liam Eldon is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in strategic roles across various sectors, including defense, technology, and international relations. As Co-Founder of Forward Deployed since July 2024, Liam is pivotal in developing innovative solutions for the rapid identification of chemical hazards. Previously, as Associate Director for Defence and Aerospace at Swinburne University of Technology and Global Head of Partnerships at SCALERR, Liam focused on empowering technology companies through strategic growth initiatives. Additional experience includes key roles in investment attraction at Invest Victoria, directing partnerships at Dragoman, and public diplomacy at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Liam’s academic background includes master's and bachelor's degrees in International Relations from The University of Queensland and The University of Salford Manchester, respectively, complemented by specialized education in startup funding from the University of Cambridge.