Fiona Coomer
A Constant Gardner
The Kite Runner
Anywhere in the mountains
Hiking or skiing
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Engagement Model Offered
Day Rate; Technical / Advisory; Project Based; Interim / Contract; Full time Transition
Suited to Organisational Types
Start-ups; Scale-ups; SME; Corporate
Fiona is a Knowledge Transfer Manager with over 20 years of experience across R&D, programme management and advanced materials, with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration and new product introduction. She has worked with organisations including Innovate UK Business Connect, Echion Technologies and Johnson Matthey Battery Materials.
She supports organisations in navigating the innovation process, bringing together people, ideas and expertise to translate advanced materials concepts into practical, real-world applications and commercially viable outcomes.
Fiona’s Arena
Advanced Materials, Battery Technology & Innovation.
Technical Focus: R&D, Characterisation & NPI.
Function Expertise: Programme Management, Collaboration, Innovation Processes.
Superpowers
Translates complex materials science into practical innovation pathways.
Builds and enables effective collaboration across teams and organisations.
Develops structured innovation and NPI processes to support delivery.
Combines deep technical understanding with strong programme leadership.
Impact in Action
2023–2025: Led diverse R&D teams delivering IP across three product lines, including recruitment and programme delivery.
2019–2021: Developed and implemented innovation and NPI systems, including processes, infrastructure and user training.
2018–2020: Advanced scientific understanding of cathode materials through targeted experimental research.
Built high-performing teams while maintaining strong focus on delivery and outcomes.
Working style
Collaborative, proactive and data-driven.
Brings people and ideas together to drive innovation from concept through to application.