ABOUT

Wayne Byrne joins Typhon fresh from the exit of his last venture, OxyMem, to DuPont Water Solutions.

In the last 12 years Wayne has racked up a total of four successful exits in the cleantech space. He has an extensive background in identifying growth accelerators and inhibitors, crafting and executing strategies for expansion, based on innovative ways to win. Strategic Focus is on Resource efficiency, Climate and Water. He is a strong business development professional with an International Executive MBA from Michael Smurfit Business School (UCD).

Dr. Matthew Simpson obtained his PhD from the University of Newcastle, and has more than 15 years of experience in civil and environmental engineering. Dr. Simpson co-founded EPD UK, a specialist engineering consultancy that went from concept to the international market place in three years.

Peter McNulty is an entrepreneurial senior executive with more than 25 years of experience in growing environmental engineering enterprises. Mr. McNulty founded N.E.I. Treatment Systems in 1997, and managed all aspects of its growth and transformation from a sole consultancy into a global marine equipment manufacturing company.

A seasoned leader with over 25-years' knowledge and experience in the water industry in general and UV water treatment in particular. Mike has excelled in various roles throughout his career including Design Engineering, Project Management, Business Development and Sales Management.

Gordon Whyte is a focused entrepreneurial leader with a passion for building multi-disciplined manufacturing teams and delivering on time and budget globally in high technology-based businesses. A seasoned entrepreneur with international operations experience.

Highly capable electrical and electronic engineer with deep and broad technical engineering knowledge. Specialist capability in Electrical and Electronic Systems & Electronics Manufacturing.

Dr. Olivier Autin received his M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Nantes and his Ph.D. in Water Engineering from Cranfield University in 2013. He started working with UV LEDs in 2010 during his Ph.D. and has since published a number of peer-reviewed journal articles on the topic.

Carly was Typhons first employee and has seen the company experience considerable growth in the last 4 years.  With a background in construction and renewable energy she has a wealth of experience to help with the day to day running of the office. 

Dr. Audrius Židonis has more than 10 years of experience as a design and research engineer working for various size companies like Delphi Technologies or Gilbert Gilkes and Gordon. He has obtained his industrial PhD from the Lancaster University specializing in development and optimization of hydraulic machines using Computational Fluid Dynamics and automated experimental testing.

An Operations manager with extensive Production Management and Control experience predominantly in the Gas and Oil industry

Dr. Tom Hollis obtained his PhD from the University of Newcastle and has spent over 10 years as a software engineer in the semiconductor industry. A software engineer with an eye for quality and efficiency, Tom relishes the challenge of making an impact on a new industry.

Since completing a Microbiology degree at Leeds University, Nicola has gained vast experience in a number of key roles in a variety of businesses including Research Analyst for the Animal Health Trust, Workshop Co-ordinator at M-Sport (the home of the Ford World Rally Team) and a top-tier COMAH at Evonik-Goldschmidt. Nicola also beings critical knowledge of CE Marking, the development of Technical Specifications and Operating Manuals.

From an agricultural engineering and fabrication background, Keith has years of experience leading Installation teams primarily in the commercial solar PV sector. An skilled assembly technician and efficient problem solver with an eye for detail.