Andy chairs the Semiconductor Expert Working Group for UKTIN, he advises the OECD Semiconductor Informal Exchange Network, the G7 Semiconductor POC and serves on the Government’s Semiconductor Advisory Panel. He is a highly regarded semiconductor expert, giving evidence to Parliament on five occasions, including the National Security and Investment Act and the select committee on semiconductors.

Andy developed the business case and strategy for the Compound Semiconductor Catapult, securing a £54m investment. He led the Catapult start-up from 2017, representing the Catapult during high-level discussions with the Prime Minister. Andy has also represented the UK during high-level semiconductor delegations to Taiwan, Hong Kong, India and the US White House.

Andy advises strategy for the Photonics Innovation Centre at Southampton University (CORNERSTONE). He holds an Executive MBA from Glasgow University, a research doctorate from Strathclyde University, he’s a Fellow of the IET and Freeman of the City of London (FCL).