Objective
Fast-track the growth of an ocean technology company, particularily one that has substantial export sales potential.
Experience
President - R&D Lyons Consultants Limited, Nova Scotia, Canada [1975 - present]
President - Flexible Business Networks Inc., California [2001 - present]
President - Offshore Marketing International, Canada
[1980 - present]
Established & sold 4 marine-related companies over the last 15 years: Endeco Canada, Nova Boatbuildres, Northwest Atlantic Oyster Growers, Kelvin Group.
Completed more than 250 international business & marketing-related consulting assignments.
An extensive network of clients and long-established contacts throughout North America, Europe Union, Latin America, and Southeast Asia.
Up-to-date knowledge of most ocean technolgy markets: offshore oil & gas, marine environment, fish farming & aquaculture, marine transportation, NATO, maritime security, recreational boating...
Successfully assisted clients in establishing over 30 joint-venture and licensing of technology aarrangements.
Education
1971 - Masters of Business Administration, Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio
1970 - Bachelor of Commerce, St. Mary's University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Certification
Skils
An ability to provide business & management skills to compliment technology-orientated companies with strong science & technolgy expertise.
Identify and develop new markets and applications for ocean technology products and know-how.
Associate Network, Intercontinental Enterprises, Los Angeles
Past-Chairman, Enterprise Forum
Past-Chairman, Marine Technology Society, Eastern Canada
Past-Chairman, Atlantic Provinces Chamber of Commerce
Board member, Canadian Chamber of Commerce