Phil Webster
Phil is a strategy consultant specializing in technology and innovation management, with an academic background in the life sciences.
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Phil is a Partner in the Global Technology & Innovation Management Practice of Arthur D. Little, and is based in London. He has worked internationally across the healthcare and life sciences, agri-food and chemicals sectors.
Since joining Arthur D. Little in 2006, Phil’s work has focused on helping businesses set innovation strategy and identify new growth opportunities underpinned by effective science and technology. He also works with the corporate innovation centers and quality management functions of some of the world’s largest companies to improve their capabilities through better business processes, organizational structures and governance models.
He also works with universities, research institutes and Government in setting national science policy, defining technology roadmaps and finding effective ways to use and manage intellectual property.
Before joining Arthur D. Little, Phil worked in the agricultural biotechnology industry. He has a passion for achieving responsible business performance through innovation, and particular interests in sustainable agriculture, clean energy and renewable chemicals.
Strengthening resilience in food & beverage product development
Democratizing Tech
How to build a unicorn in the post-pandemic inflationary world
Time to renew your pilot’s license?
Why the bio-based materials market is finally poised for growth
Appetite for disruption – Making the most of the future of food
Phil is a Partner in the Global Technology & Innovation Management Practice of Arthur D. Little, and is based in London. He has worked internationally across the healthcare and life sciences, agri-food and chemicals sectors.
Since joining Arthur D. Little in 2006, Phil’s work has focused on helping businesses set innovation strategy and identify new growth opportunities underpinned by effective science and technology. He also works with the corporate innovation centers and quality management functions of some of the world’s largest companies to improve their capabilities through better business processes, organizational structures and governance models.
He also works with universities, research institutes and Government in setting national science policy, defining technology roadmaps and finding effective ways to use and manage intellectual property.
Before joining Arthur D. Little, Phil worked in the agricultural biotechnology industry. He has a passion for achieving responsible business performance through innovation, and particular interests in sustainable agriculture, clean energy and renewable chemicals.
Strengthening resilience in food & beverage product development
Democratizing Tech
How to build a unicorn in the post-pandemic inflationary world
Time to renew your pilot’s license?
Why the bio-based materials market is finally poised for growth
Appetite for disruption – Making the most of the future of food
More About Phil
- Newcastle University (UK)MSc Industrial Biotechnology
- University of York (UK)BSc Biology