Chairman
Senior Independent Director at James Cropper plc
Martin has experience in innovation, strategy, organisational change, and risk management within advanced materials and chemicals. He held senior roles at Victrex, Cytec Industries, and UCB SA. He also serves as Senior Independent Director at James Cropper plc and is an honorary professor at Exeter University. Martin has a PhD in Surface Chemistry from Imperial College London.
CEO
Partner, Agri-FodTech Venture
capital at Praesidium
Graham is an experienced investor with a strong background in the commercialisation of new technologies and products in human nutrition, animal feed, aquaculture, renewable fuels, and chemicals. He has previously held leadership roles at Ocean Harvest Technology Limited, GF Biochemicals, Arborea, TerraVia, and UOP/Honeywell Renewables. Graham has a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering and an MBA from Chicago Booth.
Company Secretary
It's Fresh Financial Director
Simon has extensive experience within the technology sector, with a proven track record of driving growth and profitability with extensive experience in fund raising, M&A and post-acquisition integration. He has previously held leadership roles at VBI, Triscan Systems, Liaison Group and iotaSciences. Simon is a qualified account certified by the Chartered Institue of Managment Accountants (CIMA).
Investor Director
Managing Partner of Anterra Capital
Adam is an investor, with extensive private equity and venture capital experience. He co-founded Anterra Capital, investing in innovative food and agriculture companies. Prior to working for Anterra he co-founded a fintech startup and worked for Rabo Private Equity and Bain & Co. He holds degrees from Cambridge University and the University of Adelaide.
Investor Director
Partner, Chief Operating Officer, Member of the Agri-FoodTech Investment Committee at Praesidium
Katrin has vast experience in private equity and venture capital, co-founded PINOVA Capital and has held roles at McKinsey, Triago, and 3i. She holds a Master’s in international management and Diplom-Kffr from ESCP Europe and a BA from Vienna University of Economics and Business.
Investor Director
Partner, food industry executive at Zintinus
Olaf is an investor and executive with experience in the food industry, M&A and technology. He led METRO AG’s transformation as CEO and has held very senior roles at Daimler-Benz AG and Permira. He has also held significant roles in various associations, including Co-Chairmanship at the Consumer Goods Forum.
Investor Director
Investor at BGF
Rowan is part of BGF’s Early Stage team since 2019, focusing on climate and deep tech investments, managing 20+ businesses and shaping BGF’s Early Stage Climate Tech strategy. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Durham University in Philosophy, Politics and Economics.
