TT's Executive Leadership Team and Board are experienced and passionate leaders with the range of skills necessary to deliver continued success for the Group and value for stakeholders.
Chairman
Joined: 2020
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Warren has over a decade of non-executive experience, as director and chairman, and he brings an in-depth knowledge of a number of our end-markets. He was a non-executive director of Reckitt Benckiser Group plc from 2010-2020, and a non-executive director at the UK Foreign Commonwealth Office from 2015-2020 (when it was replaced by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office). As chief financial officer and an executive director of Cobham plc from 2003 to 2013, he has a track record of delivering profitable growth and value creation. He has extensive experience in large multinational organisations across several geographies and industries, including aerospace & defence. He also brings a wide understanding of the UK investment community, strategic growth and the delivery of successful M&A. Warren is a Chartered Accountant and has an MBA from INSEAD.
Current external appointments:
Non-executive director and chair of the audit committee of Tate & Lyle plc and Modulaire Group and Trustee on the board of Magna Learning Partnership.
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Chief Executive Officer
Joined: 2014
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Richard has developed an extensive portfolio of leadership, managerial and operational capabilities over a 30-year career with a range of leading electronics manufacturing companies in advanced technology industry sectors. Richard has significant experience of leading large, complex, global engineering and manufacturing businesses and transforming them into higher growth, higher quality entities through organic action and portfolio change. As well as driving growth and innovation in high technology businesses Richard has led more than 15 acquisition or divestment transactions with successful transition and integration experience. Additionally, Richard has worked in all tiers of the value chain in these industries with extensive knowledge of global manufacturing and supply chain operations.
Current external appointments:
Non-executive director of Videndum plc and Governor of St Swithuns’ Independent School for Girls in Hampshire.
Past appointments:
Chief Executive Officer
Background
Richard joined TT in January 2014 with a wealth of experience in the communications, aerospace and defence industries. As CEO of TT Electronics, Richard has continued to build on his reputation for developing and leading large, complex, global engineering and manufacturing businesses in advanced technology industry sectors and transforming them through organic action and portfolio change.
As well as driving growth and innovation in high technology businesses Richard, has led more than 15 acquisition or divestment transactions with successful transition and integration experience. He also possesses an extensive knowledge of global manufacturing and supply chain operations having worked across all tiers of the industries value chain.
Formerly President of the Aerospace & Security Division of Cobham plc from 2008 to 2014 and a member of their Executive Committee. Richard previously had responsibility for TRW Aeronautical Systems’ European aftermarket business (formerly part of Lucas Industries) before joining Cobham plc in 2003 to run its flight refuelling division. Prior to Cobham, Richard spent 13 years at Lucas/TRW/Goodrich where he held various management roles having joined as a graduate.
Married with three children, Richard loves nothing more than spending time travelling with his family. A keen sportsman, Richard’s leisure interests include cricket, football, skiing and golf. He is a former schoolboy gymnast.
Qualifications and Appointments
Richard gained his BSc Hons in Management Sciences in 1991 from the University of Manchester’s Institute of Science and Technology. Additionally, Richard also holds a degree in Organisational Leadership from Henley Business School.
Richard is currently a non-executive director of the Videndum plc, and Governor of St Swithuns Independent School for Girls in Hampshire.
Chief Financial Officer
Joined: 2015
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Mark has a deep understanding of finance and operational activities which he has acquired during a career spent in senior finance/management roles with FTSE listed companies including in the aerospace domain. Mark’s experience includes several years working in a variety of management roles in Continental Europe and Australia, as well as a strong focus on driving business transformation in the US. Mark has spent the last 25 years working in global industrial businesses and has extensive experience of driving business and functional re-structuring and transformation, M&A, and equity and debt capital markets.
Current external appointments:
Non-executive director of De La Rue plc.
Past appointments:
Chief Financial Officer
Background
Mark joined TT Electronics as Chief Financial Officer in January 2015 having previously held the equivalent role with BBA Aviation plc. A chartered accountant, Mark possesses a deep understanding of finance and operational activities which he acquired during a career spent in senior finance/management roles with FTSE listed companies.
In a career spanning more than 25 years, Mark has gained a huge amount of experience working in a variety of management roles with a strong focus on driving business transformation in the US. In that time, Mark has also built a reputation for driving business performance, functional re-structuring, M&A activity as well as a deep knowledge and understanding of the equity and debt capital markets.
Prior to joining BBA as Group Financial Controller in May 2005, Mark spent nine years in a variety of management roles at RMC Group plc with periods living in Germany, Croatia and Australia. Mark qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1995 following which he was seconded to the European Commission to work in the Directorate-General for Treasury.
Outside of work, Mark is married, with two children who he loves spending time with. He is also a keen cyclist, golfer and fly fisherman.
Qualifications and Appointments
Mark is a fluent German speaker having graduated from the University of Warwick with a BA Hons in German and Business Studies.
In September 2022, Mark was appointed as a non-executive director of De La Rue plc.
Senior Independent Non-executive Director
Joined: 2016
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Jack has a background in corporate finance, investment and M&A, which he has applied in bringing a number of business ventures through to operational maturity in the engineering, telecommunications and biotechnology sectors. Jack’s extensive experience of innovation and the exploitation of technology, in the private sector and through working with Government bodies, are highly relevant given the Company’s transformational agenda. Awarded an OBE in 2015 for services to science and engineering, Jack was formerly a non-executive director of Mitie Group plc, Laird plc and Elcogen Group plc, and chairman of Ilika plc, AIM-listed Seeing Machines Limited and the Academies Enterprise Trust. He was also an investment banker at Goldman Sachs and strategy consultant at Bain & Co.
Current external appointments:
Non-executive director of Ricardo plc, chair of the University of Bristol, non-executive director of the Department of Education and Member of the Board of the Henry Royce Institute for Advanced Materials.
Past appointments:
General Counsel and Company Secretary
Background
Lynton joined TT in October 2012 as Group General Counsel & Company Secretary and has practised as a lawyer for over 30 years, mostly in the UK, but also in Australia and the UAE.
Lynton’s background is in company law/M&A and governance, with a strong focus on technology and international operations. Lynton’s primary areas of responsibility at TT include commercial contracting, M&A, dispute management, IP/technology, compliance and corporate governance; he also runs the real estate portfolio for the organisation.
Since joining TT, Lynton has also been instrumental in securing a number of high-profile acquisitions for the company, most recently the purchase of Torotel, Inc., a US-based designer and manufacturer of high-reliability power and electromagnetic assemblies and components - continuing TT’s long-term growth strategy.
Lynton initially started his career with Simmons & Simmons in London and has also had private practice roles with Macfarlanes and Burges Salmon. Prior to TT, Lynton was Head of Legal (EMEA) at Syngenta (formerly AstraZeneca Crop Protection) and then General Counsel & Company Secretary of QinetiQ Group plc from 2002 to 2011, where he was responsible for all legal aspects of the company’s IPO (in 2006) and also ran its Ventures business.
Outside of TT, Lynton is an avid Liverpool FC football fan and passionate about sport. A keen athlete in his youth, Lynton now coaches long-jump and triple-jump, having been a competitor in these events in the past. When he is not at the track (or playing padel), Lynton enjoys travelling with family.
Qualifications
Lynton is a qualified solicitor in England and Wales, having received a degree in Law (LLB) from the University of Leeds and his Legal Practicing Certificate from the College of Law, Chester. Lynton is also an alumnus of Stanford University Business School (US), having attended the Stanford Executive Program in 2009.
Independent Non-executive Director
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Joined: 2016
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Alison’s background is in leading business development, M&A and strategic planning across blue-chip UK companies, particularly in the defence sector. In addition, during her time as the Remuneration Committee chair of several FTSE listed companies, she has gained an invaluable insight into the development and execution of remuneration policy, which is a key component of the Company’s growth ambitions. Alison was formerly global director corporate development & strategy for National Grid plc and before that, group strategic development director for BAE Systems plc. Alison has previously held non-executive directorships at Cobham plc, e2v technologies plc, BTG plc, THUS plc, Costain Group plc and Capricorn Energy plc.
Current external appointments:
Non-executive chair of Galliford Try Holdings plc, senior independent director and chair of the remuneration committee of Oxford Instruments plc and non-executive director of the British Standards Institution (BSI).
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Independent Non-executive Director
Joined: 2019
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Anne has many years of experience gained from board level finance roles in listed international companies, including across life sciences, medical and industrial markets. Anne has particular expertise in financial management, risk, audit and M&A which complements the Company’s strategy as it continues to transform. Anne is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland and has formerly served as chief financial officer of Exova Group plc and group finance director at British Polythene Industries PLC. Anne was formerly a non-executive director of BTG plc.
Current external appointments:
Senior independent director and chair of the audit committee of Diploma Plc and board member and chair of the audit committee of SPT LabTech Limited.
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Chief Operating Officer
Background
Mike joined TT Electronics in 2017 having built-up a wealth of knowledge and experience within the aerospace and defence industry. Promoted to his current role of Chief Operating Officer in July 2021, Mike is responsible for driving organic growth, margin improvement and operational excellence across the business.
Passionate about creating and delivering a world-class customer experience, Mike also oversees the company’s marketing and commercial sales functions.
Prior to TT, Mike held senior positions at Marotta Controls, Lucas Aerospace and Fairchild Controls. A seasoned executive with global experience in business development, programme management, operations and customer support, Mike has a strong track-record of leading operational turnarounds and has demonstrated an ability to secure and successfully manage large military and commercial programmes.
Away from TT, Mike is proud father to two daughters and one son, and has recently relocated to Jupiter, Florida where he continues to perfect his golf swing.
Qualifications
Mike has completed several programmes in advanced business and engineering management holding a BBA from Drexel University, A MS in Technology Management from the University of Maryland as well as an Executive MBA from the University of North Carolina.
Chief People Officer
Background
Sarah joined TT in 2019 as Chief People Officer, with close to 20 years experience across global HR, business transformation, talent and organisational development.
Passionate about ensuring individuals, teams and organisations have the ability & opportunity to unleash their full potential and deliver exceptional performance. Sarah is also an advocate of inclusive work environments and a big supporter of diversity, especially women in the workplace.
Prior to joining TT, Sarah spent 3.5 years at Tate and Lyle PLC leading the Global HR Team. She also led a transformation of the HR function to make it ‘business led’ and, with a new President, transformed the international business ensuring double digit organic growth YOY.
Before joining Tate and Lyle, Sarah spent 14 years working for Associated British Foods PLC (ABF) the FTSE 25 Food (Kingsmill, Jordan’s, Twining’s, Ryvita etc), Ingredients, Retail (Primark) and Agriculture business. There she had a variety of HR Leadership roles at local, divisional and Corporate levels in both generalist HR, Talent and Organisational Development. This included considerable M&A work and leading business change and transformation in divisions from business crisis and turnaround to performing and high performing as well as running the ABF Leadership Development programmes.
When not sitting in airports or with business teams in random locations around the world - Sarah is Married and Mum to three young adults who love to ski, sail, cycle & travel together.
Qualifications
Sarah has a BA (hons) in Economics, completed the CIPD, NTL Organisational Development Certificate & Henley Executive Coaching Certificate as well as being accredited in BPS level A&B, SHL, MBTI I&II and Hogan’s.
Independent Non-executive Director
Joined: 2023
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Wendy is a Divisional Chief Executive in the Safety Sector at Halma plc, where she also sits on the Executive Board. Prior to Halma she held a range of leadership roles with a focus on growth and transformation at Dyson, Arqiva and BT. Wendy’s outstanding experience in delivering organic growth and long-term value, as well as leading acquisitions and driving sustainability, is well-suited to TT’s current and future strategic plans. She was also an independent non-executive director for the Industry and Parliament Trust and her early career was spent as a strategy consultant at Bain & Company. Wendy holds a Masters in Engineering, Economics and Management from Oxford University and has an MBA from INSEAD.
Current external appointments:
Divisional Chief Executive in the Safety Sector at Halma plc.
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Independent Non-executive Director
Joined: 2023
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Mick is currently Group Chief Executive of Chemring plc. During his career spanning almost 20 years at BAE Systems plc, Mick held a number of senior management roles including International Business Director and Managing Director of BAE’s Naval Ships and F-35 Joint Strike Fighter businesses. Prior to moving into industry, Mick gained extensive engineering experience in the Navy where he held a number of management roles. Mick’s vast experience in engineering and creating innovative solutions within the Aerospace and Defence sector complements the Company’s strategic objectives and purpose. Mick is a Chartered Engineer and holds a B.Eng (Hons) in Aeronautical Systems Engineering from Plymouth University. He has also completed post-graduate management studies at Manchester Business School and is a graduate of Harvard Business School’s Advanced Management Programme.
Current external appointments:
Group Chief Executive of Chemring plc and member of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
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