An international private equity fund needed a Non-Executive Director to support the leadership team of a North American Agri Tech business focused on kelp-based solutions. While technically strong, the internal team lacked commercial experience and industry connections.
The brief called for someone with a deep understanding of the natural products space, and the commercial edge needed to guide a young business through growth. McLean launched a focused search across North America, looking at candidates in Agri Tech, seaweed production and relevant sectors like pharmaceuticals.
The successful hire had a blend of technical credibility and practical leadership. Brought in initially for a nine-month contract, they have since helped shape strategy, mentor the executive team and improve commercial focus across the business.
This was a timely placement that brought maturity, structure and clarity to a growing portfolio company.
