As the Managing Director of Smart Membrane Solutions, Brent sets the vision, purpose and strategic direction of the business. Drawing on 30 years’ experience across the New Zealand dairy sector – from farming through to customer engagement – he ensures the company remains resourced, compliant and innovative. Brent oversees research and development, manages engineering projects and guides the team to achieve the objectives laid out in the business plan.
Key Skills
- Strategic leadership: Defines vision and purpose, sets objectives and ensures the organisation meets its legal and ethical obligations.
- Membrane technology expertise: Specialises in dairy process engineering and membrane filtration design, with experience designing and building a wide range of applications since 1997.
- Business development: Has established new companies and products and supported organisations to enhance their market position.
- Project management: Skilled in AutoCAD, MS Project and Prince 2 methodologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to specification.
- Consultancy: Provides expert engineering consultation to customers and partners.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Business Studies (Management)
- Diploma in Dairy Technology (Distinction)
- Prince 2 Practitioner
- Member, NZ Institute of Directors
- Member, Dairy Industry Association of Australia
Interests
Brent balances his professional commitments with a wide variety of interests. He enjoys landscape gardening, scuba diving and water skiing, and he dedicates time to supporting local sports teams and their coaches.
Brent’s Business Commitment
“My commitment is to put process managers at ease by using my experience and expertise in membrane filtration to deliver practical, valuable project solutions that strengthen our customers’ businesses.”
