John McMorris

Background

About John McMorris

Seasoned Global Executive with proven record of building dynamic, performance-oriented teams and hard-hitting strategies in diverse environments and cultures. Known both for “out of the box” thinking and my personal integrity; served multiple industries/technologies with distinction. I’ve been privileged to work throughout the Americas, EMEA, Southeast Asia and China, and S. Africa, driving increased operational efficiency, profitability and growth in each of my assignments. I’ve learned the importance of creating a people-focused culture of ownership/empowerment to foster employee loyalty, retention and improved organizational sustainability. I have worked as both a senior level consultant and as (full-time) executive management. My principal career focus has been “High-Tech” and "Alt Energy/Climate Change/Sustainability related"​ Business Development, Tech Transfer and Operations -(often) for young organizations - with complementary experience in all aspects of staff and intellectual property development/management, R&D and Sales/Marketing. Personal specialties: Energy and Renewable Energy; Clean tech; carbon project development; biomass energy; thermal management; managing technology transfer; international business operations; imaging/biometrics; life sciences; early stage/high growth companies. My systems engineering background and broad professional experience enable me to “come up to speed” quickly in new areas and cultures. Persuasive and articulate communicator; published author. My passion for excellence is also at the core of my non-work activities whether mentoring those around me, serving in public or non-profit positions, or enjoying time with my friends and family.