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Meet the team

The BioCote team is a mix of technical experts and creative minds who aim to deliver the highest level of customer support and service possible. BioCote Ltd is led by our Management Team who is always available to assist with any questions or queries.

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Graham Harvey: Commercial Director

Graham has worked in sales and communications for over 18 years, working in a wide range of fields, including the sport & leisure, construction and industrial sectors, gaining experience all over the world. Graham has worked at BioCote Ltd for 2 1/2 years and has recently been appointed Commercial Director. In this role he is responsible for the overall direction of the business and revolutionising the commercial approach of BioCote Ltd, making it easier than ever before for manufacturers to become partners.

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Richard Hastings: Research and Development Microbiologist

Richard is qualified to PhD level in microbiology. He has worked in various microbiology laboratories including medical, research and environmental and has published and delivered numerous papers to the scientific community. Richard joined BioCote Ltd to head up research and development projects and is currently active in conducting laboratory research investigating novel aspects of antimicrobial silver technology in collaboration with a number of UK universities.

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Paul Phillips: Quality Control Manager

Paul is responsible for overseeing the antimicrobial validation and quality control testing of BioCote® protected products. With a BSc in Applied and Analytical Chemistry and four years experience at BioCote Ltd, Paul is an expert in antimicrobial applications.

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Lesley Taylor: Technical and Regulatory Manager

Lesley has worked at BioCote Ltd for six years and is a qualified Biochemist and Microbiologist, specialising in antimicrobial technology. Lesley is responsible for managing the technical and regulatory aspects at BioCote Ltd and supports partners who require specialist technical knowledge and support.

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Linda McKeaveney: Customer Relations Manager

Linda manages the customer support services for BioCote® partners. Linda has worked in B2B sales, customer services and marketing roles within the textile and chemical sectors for over 15 years. As a graduate of the Marketing Institute of Ireland, Linda’s key areas of expertise are sales and marketing.

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Simon Thornycroft: Project Manager

Simon Thornycroft has worked at BioCote Ltd for two years and is the first point of contact for companies interested in becoming a BioCote® partner. Simon is a graduate in Biological Science and has worked in scientific technical sales roles for over 4 years.

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Kelly Chapman: Administration Manager

Kelly manages the administrative and logistical operations at BioCote Ltd. Kelly has worked at BioCote Ltd for five years and works closely with partners to ensure the hassle-free international supply of BioCote® technology to meet the most demanding manufacturing schedules.

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Anita Chumber: Marketing Assistant

Anita has been working at BioCote Ltd for three years as a Marketing Assistant and has a degree in Business Management. Anita assists with all aspects of marketing from organising exhibitions and partner events to updating the BioCote® website.

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