Adrian Barker

Adrian Barker is an accomplished commercialisation expert with over 30 years of experience spanning agriculture, advanced materials, and innovative technologies. As Commercial Programme Director at Methane Mitigation Ventures (owned by Tom Sturgess), Adrian leads the development and execution of commercial pathways for new technologies via a number of joint ventures, including BioUp Aqua. His expertise includes IP protection, supply chain management, global logistics, and go-to-market strategy, gained from roles across sectors such as natural fibres, forestry, seismic engineering and horticulture.

Adrian has a proven track record of bringing innovative products to market-ready state, including managing tech transfer, securing regulatory clearances, and leading product development for high-value industries. He has held leadership roles in organisations like Carter Holt Harvey, Lanaco and Jenkins Freshpac Systems, where he successfully helped transform cutting-edge science into practical, market-ready solutions. Known for his ability to work at the intersection of technology and market needs, Adrian is passionate about delivering impactful solutions at pace, supporting ventures that drive sustainability and innovation on a global scale.