Jon Wood is the Manager for Wales at Innovate UK, working with key stakeholders in Wales to developer stronger links and coordination between local and national innovation strategies. Jon is passionate about Welsh entrepreneurism and innovation, and is always eager for opportunities to showcase some of the amazing technologies, inventions and businesses that Wales has to offer. Jon has been involved in SPECIFIC’s journey since 2016, and joined the Board in 2017. Prior to joining Innovate UK, Jon worked in the enzyme industry, starting his career as a KTP associate, after completing BSc and PhD in microbiology from Cardiff University.