Graeme Shevas
Chief Financial Officer @Mercel Ltd
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Financial Officer @Mercel Ltd
Edinburgh, GB
Mercel Limited - The Sustainable, superior alternative to microplasticsMERCEL’S patented core product of seaweed derived nanocellulose is natures replacement for microplastics and has proven to be technically superior to alternatives such as tree pulp, using significantly less energy, producing no toxic side streams and with greater water absorption if required, with 100% yield.After introduction by a business colleague, I was brought onto the board to pull together financial projections and a plan to commercialise this unique material. We are currently seeking equity investment to scale up production in the UK before seeking further global licensing expansion.The future is one where microplastics are reduced - this is a fantastic material that outperforms its nearest alternatives in several categories - it is a sustainable alternative to reduce environmental and oceanic pollution.The applications for the material are myriad - the source material is a waste by product from other seaweed processes - circularity and not waste add to the appeal of this business model. SMALL MOLECULES - BIG SOLUTIONS - UNLIMITED SCOPE
EDUCATION
ACCA
Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants, Accounting and Finance
The Open University
Diploma in Management (Dip Man), Business structures, business systems, finance, people in business, sales & marketing & operations
The Open University
MBA, Business Administration
SKILLS
ABOUT GRAEME SHEVAS
I\'m a finance professional operating as both a fractional Chief Financial Officer (typically as an equity stakeholder) and a Commercial Finance Broker as an AR (Appointed Representative) of White Rose Finance - operating under my own brand (Playfair Finance).As a Fellow of the Chartered Certified Accountants (since 1992!) and an MBA graduate (since 2015) I am well placed to assist in strategic commercial planning and day to day business processes due to practical experience gained running (and selling) my own businesses!I bring my commercial and strategic financial knowledge to my work as a Commercial Finance Broker - helping property investors to raise the funds they need to secure properties for investment and/or refurbishment, and business owners with the funds they need to execute their plans (the earlier I can be involved the more likely the plan will be fundable).My approach is consultative - I can help to unlock finance for your plans if you let me know what the end goal is. Often my suggestions are not obvious to the person with the need for finance. Clients may think there is only one way to skin a cat. Having a broker with a wide network of funding options, and that knows how to deploy them, will help you to reach your goals - some brokers just deliver what you ask - I am not that kind of broker if I think it can be done better!As a Commercial Finance Broker I specialise in 3 main areas:~ Commercial mortgages - minimum loan value (deposit funds required of Development finance - commercial and residential developments (Gross Developed Value of to £2M)~ Bridging loans - conversions of commercial to residential with a Minimum Purchase Price of +With 30+ years experience in business I approach commercial finance from a business perspective and NOT from a financial services background. Becoming a Commercial Finance Broker with a different background was very intentional - the world of finance can be opaque, so an interpreter helps. There is no such thing as a daft question so we can ensure what is being recommended is understood before the client makes a decision.If you have a requirement for a broker with a commercial mind - one that understands how to get from A to B - then I may be the broker for you. Give me a call and let\'s see if we can work together to achieve your goals.T: 257342E: g•••••@playfairfinance.co.ukPLEASE NOTE THAT BORROWING MONEY SHOULD AMPLIFY YOUR PLANS - THINK CAREFULLY ABOUT BORROWING IF IT IS JUST FOR STAYING ALIVE! OVER LEVERAGING IS A RECIPE FOR BANKRUPTCY.
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