A successful business owner and entrepreneur, Shaun challenged the incremental growth of single use plastics being used by his previous company. 

He worked closely with Sheffield University subsequently undertaking two KTP research projects, resulting in a groundbreaking new bioplastic technology and the granting of global patent protection.

With a PhD in materials science and over a decade of experience in bioplastics formulation and testing, Andrew has overseen numerous large-scale manufacturing trials with Floreon in a wide range of industrial processes.

A world-leading expert in bioplastic compounds, Andrew has presented at key international conferences and is responsible for our ongoing technical development, including the preparation of new patents to add to Floreon’s technology portfolio.

Cristina is a highly motivated and driven Development Engineer with a passion for driving positive environmental impact through sustainable biomaterials. With a Ph.D. in Manufacturing Engineering, specialising in biopolymers and advanced manufacturing processes. She has demonstrated a strong commitment to innovation. As a R&D, she led projects focused on biopolymer formulations and their application in advanced manufacturing processes.

Cristina is excited about the opportunity to make an impact with Floreon as a Development Engineer, contributing her skills and knowledge to the development of innovative biomaterials that promote sustainability towards zero-waste and Net-Zero.

Alison works with many businesses in a variety of industries from mass retailers, consumer electronics through to toy manufacturers helping them on every touch point of design and branding. With over 20+ years of extensive knowledge of product and packaging, she works with her clients to achieve their sustainability goals through design and marketing.  Alison believes that products can collectively be well designed, high performance and sustainable. 

In November 2023 leading investor Northern Gritstone demonstrated its commitment to Floreon through a substantial £2 million investment. As a key stakeholder, Northern Gritstone anticipates substantial growth in the bioplastic market, especially those businesses focussing on high-performance materials such as Floreon.

Duncan Johnson, CEO of Northern Gritstone said: “Floreon has developed an innovative and unique technology that offers producers a genuine route to reducing the environmental impact of their plastic products. This truly fits into Northern Gritstone’s ‘Profit with Purpose’ philosophy helping to create the world class businesses of tomorrow from the world class science that exists in the North of England today.”

In May 2024, CPI Enterprises invested £250,000 in Floreon, recognising the company’s dedication to developing high-quality, durable bioplastics made from sustainable materials. This aligns perfectly with CPI's vision of supporting innovative technologies that drive meaningful change toward a more sustainable future.

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CPI’s Managing Director, Hannah Wade, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I’m delighted CPI can extend our working relationship with Floreon by collaborating to scale-up new technologies that will accelerate change in the plastics industry.” With Floreon’s impressive platform already in place, CPI is excited to help Floreon scale up its groundbreaking innovative products.