Discovery Park appoints new finance director
Discovery Park, the Kent-based science and innovation park, has appointed Graham Cook as finance director.
Graham has spent the last 25 years working overseas, 21 years in Australia and 4 years in New Zealand. During his time in Australia Graham held senior positions at: Ernst & Young, now EY; Aristocratic Leisure Ltd, an Australian listed global gaming and technology company; and Fuji Xerox Australia which is part of the FujiFilm Global Group. In 2018 Graham relocated to Auckland for his role as chief financial officer and director for FUJIFILM business innovation New Zealand.
Graham also spent 16 years volunteering for the State Emergency Service in Australia, including as an Emergency Team Leader and Deputy Controller, followed by two years volunteering for the New Zealand Civil Defence (First Responders).
Speaking about his new appointment at Discovery Park Graham said: “The way Discovery Park has grown in recent years and is continuing to further invest is impressive, not only bringing in local life science companies and other businesses but also attracting talent from London and beyond.
“The organisation’s values align with my own – focused on people and a community spirit, there is an inspirational values-based leadership, a focus on customer quality and a mindset of continuous improvement and consideration for the environment. I’m looking forward to bringing my experience to the role, and teaming up with, supporting and challenging the senior leadership team to help Discovery Park meet its strategic goals.”
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