Kelvin Harrison

Board Observer

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Kelvin Harrison is a chartered engineer who has operated across IT, media and telecommunications.His leadership has spanned from start up, through VC and PE investment to IPOs and trade sales. He was previously CEO of Vega, Symbionics and Maxima. Maxima was a software and managed services company which he created and grew through 14 acquisitions to £60M revenues, £10M profits and 500 staff with global operations. He now has a portfolio of non-exec positions, bringing strong strategic planning skills and operational experience. Amongst his “give backs” are advising Newcastle University and its spin-outs on commercialisation and mentoring disadvantaged young people who are starting their own businesses through the Prince's Trust.