Meet our Board

The NMIS Board brings together outstanding leaders from industry, government, and academia who are shaping the future of advanced manufacturing in the UK and beyond. Together, they bring world-class expertise across sectors including aerospace, energy and defence, alongside deep experience in innovation, policy, and skills.

Chaired by Professor Sir Jim McDonald GBE, the Board provides strategic direction and challenge to the NMIS Leadership Team, ensuring the organisation delivers lasting impact through R&D innovation and collaboration. Its members include senior figures from leading organisations, offering invaluable industrial insight and strategic vision to help drive sustainable growth and competitiveness.

Professor Jim McDonald NMIS Board Member

Professor Sir Jim McDonald GBE

NMIS Board Chair, University of Strathclyde

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Allan Cook CBE

Chairman of Materials Innovation Leadership Group - MILG

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Chris Courtney NMIS

Chris Courtney

Chief Executive Officer, National Manufacturing Institute Scotland

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Aine Findlayson NMIS

Aine Findlayson

Director of Product Supply, Aggreko

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Robert Kennedy NMIS

Robert Kennedy

CEO, Optos

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Sian Lloyd Rees NMIS

Sian Lloyd Rees

UK MD Awen Solutions

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Neil Logan

Former CEO and Co-Founder of Incremental Group

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Dr Carol Marsh NMIS

Dr Carol Marsh OBE

Head of Digital Systems, Celestia-UK

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Professor Campbell Booth

Associate Principal and Executive Dean of Engineering, University of Strathclyde

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Keith Ridgway - NMIS Senior Team Member

Professor Keith Ridgway

Senior Executive - Manufacturing, University of Strathclyde

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Nicola Spence NMIS Board Member

Nicola Spence

Director, Airbus Programme, Spirit AeroSystems

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Neil Mantle

Group Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Materials at Rolls Royce

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Elaine Morrison

Mission Director (Productivity), Scottish Enterprise

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