David Forrest
Director of Sustainability Criticality @Fortech Solutions Limited
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Sustainability Criticality @Fortech Solutions Limited
Bristol, GB
Serving as advisor to a China-based international materials group with global manufacturing sites, guiding the integration of sustainability, critical-materials policy, and circular-economy principles to strengthen corporate resilience, transparency, and long-term ESG value.
EDUCATION
Sheffield Hallam University
Physical Sciences (Chemistry)
University of Cambridge
Postgraduate Diploma, Sustainable Business
University of Cambridge
Master of Studies
University of West London
Postgraduate, Business Administration and Management
University of Cambridge
Postgraduate Diploma, High Impact Leadership
SKILLS
ABOUT DAVID FORREST
David operates at the intersection of transformational business strategy, advanced materials innovation, and sustainability leadership. His international career spans Europe, the USA, and Asia, combining strategic foresight with operational execution across high-tech, low-carbon, and clean-technology sectors. His experience includes semiconductors, telecommunications, thin-film photovoltaics, optoelectronics, clean energy, advanced sensors, and high-value metals recycling.A strategic, commercially astute, and results-driven leader, David integrates deep technological insight with business transformation. He is known for leading and mentoring multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams, driving innovation and delivering growth in complex, competitive markets.Core Competencies and Expertise: • Strategic Leadership & Growth: Proven record in market development, international sales, M&A evaluation, investment clustering, and the formulation of scalable growth strategies for advanced-materials businesses. • Operational & Financial Management: Oversight of multi-site and international operations, budgeting, quality systems, and margin optimisation through process improvement and product innovation. • Commercialisation & IP Development: Expertise in translating technology into market-ready solutions, managing product introductions, and developing intellectual property portfolios. • ESG & Sustainability Strategy: Skilled in shaping and implementing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and resource-sustainability initiatives that promote responsible growth, circular-economy practices, and investor confidence. • Technology & Innovation Leadership: Advancing enabling materials and technology platforms that drive sustainable, high-value growth in emerging global markets—linking innovation, investment, and strategic execution to deliver lasting competitive advantage.
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