David joined the team in 2017 and manages portfolios for discretionary clients. He uses his scientific background to research companies that are helping to contribute to making the world more resource efficient and those in the healthcare sector, and contributes to the engagement process for the companies we invest in. He co-chair’s our daily investment meeting, which is a key forum for generating ideas and sharing investment insights to the Investment Team. The team benefits greatly from David’s extensive knowledge within the chemicals sector but he also has a keen interest in the structural trends that are shaping the global economy and a broader curiosity in understanding the opportunities from disruptive technologies.
David has a degree in Chemistry from the University of St Andrews, during which he spent a year in industry at Johnson Matthey, and completed a PhD in Chemistry, sponsored by BP Chemicals, at the University of St Andrews. David is a CFA® Charterholder.