Jonny Gambell

First full-time commercial hire, working closely with the CEO and CFO to lead sales, grants, marketing, and innovation. • Built and manage CRM; developed a pipeline of 50+ global shipowners and operators. • Own the full sales cycle - from outreach and feasibility studies to ROI modelling and negotiations. • Created all sales materials in-house, including brochures, proposals, and tech packs. • Developed economic models aligned with EU ETS, FuelEU Maritime, and IMO compliance. • Positioned an unknown technology as an industry leader through strategic marketing and brand-building. • Manage all marketing and PR (LinkedIn, SEO, website), supported by freelancers and agencies. • Led planning and delivery of a 150+ person launch event with government and industry stakeholders with PR agency. • Secured over £6M in UK/EU grant funding; built consortiums and authored winning bids. • Filed a patent for a novel wind propulsion system based on high-lift aerodynamic research. • Won multiple industry awards including: PIER71™ Smart Port Challenge & Sustainability Award, Humber Renewables Green Innovation Award 2025

First full-time hire, supporting the founder/CEO in building early commercial traction, funding success, and internal systems. • Built the first sales pipeline (40+ shipowners) and delivered early feasibility studies and performance models. • Created the company’s first sales materials - brochures, spec sheets, regulatory tools, and FAQs. • Wrote and secured a £250k UK innovation grant, securing strong partner backing. • Supported entry into European and Asian accelerator programmes, enabling pilot opportunities. • Set up the CRM system and structured outbound strategy for client engagement. • Contributed to early brand building through PR, marketing, and event preparation.

Delivered personalised online tuition in Maths and Chemistry, helping students build confidence, master exam techniques, and exceed academic targets. • Specialised in breaking down complex topics into clear, structured lessons tailored to individual learning styles. • Used visual tools, past paper strategies, and practical examples to support deep understanding and exam readiness. • Helped students achieve standout results, including top GCSE grades and scholarship offers to leading schools like Harrow. • Maintained a consistent 5-star rating, with strong student and parent feedback.

Represented LG in retail stores across the South-East and South-West, promoting and selling home entertainment products. • Delivered in-store demonstrations, maintained product displays, and supported LG in becoming the UK’s No.1 selling TV brand. • Trained retail staff on LG product features and sales techniques, increasing confidence and conversion rates across stores. • Learned and applied a variety of sales strategies through intensive training and on-the-ground experience. • Built strong communication skills by adapting to different retail environments and customer profiles. • Gained early exposure to the tech industry - valuable when explaining technical concepts in current engineering sales role.

Conducted advanced research into gas turbine blade failures, working closely with Rolls-Royce and GE engineers on high-performance materials for aerospace applications. • Investigated high-temperature behaviour of single-crystal Ni-based superalloys used in jet engines. • Completed a 2-month Rolls-Royce sponsored internship studying turbine blade failures in aero engines. • Carried out high-temperature tensile testing and standard metallography (grinding, polishing, etching). • Analysed microstructures using optical microscopy and SEM; operated servo-hydraulic test systems. • Collaborated with PhD researchers and academics in materials science and failure analysis. • Delivered regular presentations on research progress and technical literature. • Awarded the IMechE Best Project Award 2022 and a 2023 prize from the Worshipful Company of Armourers & Brasiers for project outcomes.

Worked within the operations and planning team at a leading manufacturer of high-performance motorsport transmission systems used across Formula One, Rally, IndyCar, GT, and Touring Cars. • Analysed complex engineering drawings to forecast plant demand, improving planning accuracy through pseudo analysis. • Gained hands-on exposure to manufacturing processes and production constraints. • Collaborated with the Operations Director to identify and accelerate critical jobs, building fast-paced decision-making skills. • Coordinated with team leaders to track workflow and ensure timely task completion. • Contributed to process improvement by studying failure modes and discussing redesign strategies. • Developed strong cross-functional communication and a practical understanding of manufacturing operations.

Taught beginner and intermediate windsurfing as a qualified RYA Start Windsurfing Instructor, while continuously developing advanced skills and coaching techniques. • Delivered engaging, safe, and structured lessons to individuals and large groups. • Built strong communication and leadership skills through hands-on instruction. • Gained RYA Level 2 Powerboat certification, improving confidence in handling new environments and safety scenarios. • Developed determination, adaptability, and the ability to learn and teach new skills under pressure.

Awards: • IMechE 'Institution Best Project' Award • 2023 Prize & Certificate – Worshipful Company of Armourers & Brasiers Final Year Project: Conducted a feasibility study and conceptual design for a liquid-hydrogen-fuelled, air-launched hypersonic spaceplane with reduced environmental impact, in collaboration with SpaceLand. • Designed key components: cabin layout, fuselage, wing area, and vertical stabilisers. • Created a design iteration program and conducted aerodynamic stability assessments. • Used NASA OpenVSP to evaluate flight conditions and performance. • Designed deployable landing gear and assessed sonic boom impact. • Delivered full cost analysis for hypersonic aircraft development.

CORe (Credential of Readiness) is a 150-hour certificate program on the fundamentals of business from Harvard Business School. The program is comprised of three courses — Business Analytics, Economics for Managers, and Financial Accounting — developed by leading HBS faculty and delivered in an active learning environment using the school’s signature case-based learning model. Through real-world business cases from companies like Amazon, Disney, The New York Times, Amgen, PepsiCo, and Morgan Stanley, the program builds deep commercial fluency and problem-solving skills. Key learning outcomes include: • Interpreting and analyzing data to inform strategic decisions • Applying hypothesis testing and regression techniques in Excel • Understanding customer demand, pricing strategies, and competitive advantage • Reading and evaluating financial statements under US GAAP and IFRS • Gaining confidence to contribute to high-level business discussions and decision-making