Dr. Alec Foster is the Acting GM  at Scion for Forest the Biobased products, where he partners with New Zealand companies to develop sustainable bio-based solutions. With over forty patents and a proven track record of securing major research grants and commercial investments, he brings extensive experience from world-leading biotech companies. At Scion, Dr. Foster helps companies navigate both technical development and funding pathways, guiding ventures from early-stage R&D through commercialisation. His strategic approach to funding and commercialisation is helping position New Zealand as a leader in the bio-based economy, transforming environmental challenges into investable opportunities.