Executive career in energy industry culminating in role as Director of Strategy and Policy at E.ON UK and a member of the Top Executive Group of E.ON AG from 2002 to 2007. Responsible for business strategy, economic and environmental regulation, government relations and corporate social responsibility. Since 2007, worked independently advising businesses, regulators and government departments on strategic and policy developments. Special focus on promoting decarbonisation of the energy system. Undertaken extensive thought leadership work as Senior Associate with climate think tank E3G covering topics such as renewables integration, wholesale and retail market reform, network regulation, digitalisation, the future of gas, and transition governance. Excellent network of contacts throughout UK and EU energy industry and NGOs. Strong interest in developing colleagues and has established numerous mentoring relationships throughout professional career. Early career in energy research. Qualifications: MA (Physics), Oxford University and PhD awarded by the Council for National Academic Awards. Transitioned to commercial career when selected to work on developing market arrangements to support UK power sector privatisation. Subsequently worked as member of various Government and industry appointed committees and the boards of industry trade associations. Interests include keep fit (cycling, gym, swimming, walking), gardening, sports (still rowing competitively).