Thomas is currently a full-time senior lecturer at the University of Exeter Business School and program director, holds an MBA, and is completing his doctoral studies at the University of Portsmouth. Thomas Spent 25 years working in Capital Markets for ICAP, Fortis Bank, and BNP Paribas and was based in Brussels, Paris, London, and New York. Thomas retired from the financial sector industry in 2016 to focus on a career in academia and entrepreneurship. Currently, Thomas teaches courses in finance and portfolio management at undergraduate and MBA levels. Thomas is a finance expert and project manager who has access to a wide network of future investors. Within ROR Tomas will be responsible for coordinating the different work packages, funding applications for feasibility and R&D studies and raising capital for scale-up and production. Thomas will oversee and coordinate future business development processes and will act as team coordinator.