Meet our Team

The people responsible for delivering our advanced rapid validation tool that is transforming H₂O₂ bio-decontamination.

Robert Perin

CEO

Robert Perin

CEO

Rob oversees the corporate strategy for Protak Scientific and has a passion for continuous change and innovation. Originally one of the early members in Blackberry, he went on to be Senior Commercial Director, Europe for just under a decade and has worked as an investor and advisor for several start-ups in the tech sector. He has a passion for sports car, fine wine and good food from his homeland Italy.

Simon Kinsella

Managing Director

Simon Kinsella

Managing Director

A results-driven Managing Director, Simon has a proven track record of scaling SME manufacturing businesses, leading high-performing teams, and driving strategic growth. With extensive experience across manufacturing, financial services, and technology, he excels in business strategy, operational efficiency, and regulatory leadership, delivering sustainable success in competitive markets. Simon enjoys running and hill walking in his spare time and completed the London Marathon in 2024. He says it was his first and last!

Kate Marshall

Technical Director

Kate Marshall

Technical Director

Kate takes overall responsibility for technical operations at Protak Scientific, leading a team of specialists in the implementation and validation of the Enzyme Indicator technology projects as well as a crucial role in developing industry standards and facilitating collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies. A pharmaceutical Microbiologist by profession, including almost 2 decades at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) where her expertise spanned project management, regulatory compliance and technical validation strategies, acting as SME with regulatory bodies including MHRA and FDA. In her spare time, Kate can either be found cooking up a storm in the kitchen or out enjoying the South downs mountain biking.

SJ Clowser

Head of Operations & Finance

SJ Clowser

Head of Operations & Finance

Sarah Jane (SJ) is responsible for the day-to day operation of Protak Scientific for the following departments; Finance, HR, Site Facilities and Production. With over 10 years’ experience in these areas, she ensures everything runs smoothly and meets all company compliance obligations. When not at work, you will find SJ lifting heavy weights in the gym or riding racehorses across the Sussex countryside!

Tracey Wigfield

Quality & Regulatory Manager

Tracey Wigfield

Quality & Regulatory Manager

Tracey is responsible for ensuring that Protak Scientific’s product meets the requirements of government regulations and that high-quality product standards are provided to meet customer needs. She spent over 35 years in the In-Vitro Diagnostic sector, holding various roles within manufacturing and Quality. She collects animals in her spare time (currently 3 cats, 2 rabbits, and a grumpy tortoise).

Robin Hill-Walker

Business Development Director

Robin Hill-Walker

Business Development Director

Robin is responsible for the expanding International Business Development Team at Protak. He has over 25 years of B2B experience including 12 years specialising in Enzymatic technology. Robin brings his strategic mindset, managerial experience, passion and customer-centric approach in developing successful long-term relationships with Customers and Partners. In his spare time, he enjoys time with his family, watching sport, playing tennis, long-walks in the great outdoors, business and historical books and podcasts.

Lloyd Rowe

Senior Technical Manager

Lloyd Rowe

Senior Technical Manager

Lloyd is a Technical Manager with a strong background in validation, process development and team leadership. With over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, he specialises in driving innovative solutions, optimising development processes, and aligning technology with business goals. Skilled in methodologies, processes, and system architecture, Lloyd leads a cross-functional team to deliver scalable, high-quality technical projects. Passionate about mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative work culture, he is dedicated to empowering teams and driving technical excellence.

Gavin Merrill

Product Specialist

Gavin Merrill

Product Specialist

Gavin has a wealth of experience with VHP rapid decontamination processes from his 18 year career as a validation specialist in the pharmaceutical aseptic manufacturing industry. As a Product Specialist, Gavin’s role is to support you, the customer, with the application of Enzyme Indicator technology. As well as qualifying and maintaining your PR2A reader, he will use the EI data and knowledge to help you identify potential challenges and practical solutions. He has a keen interest in sports and when he is not playing golf or cycling, he enjoys time spent with his children travelling in his campervan and visiting various theme parks in search of the next adrenaline hit!

Mohammed Mohammed

Product Specialist

Mohammed Mohammed

Product Specialist

Mohammed Mohammed provides expert support to clients as a Specialist in rapid bio decontamination processes, leveraging advanced Enzyme Indicator systems for validation and process optimization. His prior experience includes roles as a Microbiologist and Aseptic Processing Specialist in Food Microbiology, both Sterile and Non-Sterile Pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, as well as contributing to the commissioning, qualification and continuous improvement initiatives of Start-Up Laboratory and pharmaceutical production facilities. In his free time, he enjoys cooking and following the latest news around space exploration.

Tiffany Cardoso

Operations and Logistics Manager

Tiffany Cardoso

Operations and Logistics Manager

Tiffany is responsible for planning all global shipments to Protak Scientific’s customers, managing the company’s customer PR2A assets and providing extensive customer service. Additionally, she assisted on various projects to refine and enhance internal processes to improve customer satisfaction. Half French and Half Portuguese, Tiffany started her career in Hospitality and quickly moved into logistics working in another Life Science industry for 5 years before joining Protak Scientific. When she isn’t in the office, she can be found either enjoying rides at a Disney park, trying to complete her yearly reading challenge, or cuddling her cat (mostly the latter).

Maria Paola Cocco

Marketing Manager & Commercial Assistant

Maria Paola Cocco

Marketing Manager & Commercial Assistant

Maria Paola focuses on generating online sales leads, email, and social media campaigns. She used to work in a similar role with our CEO for search engine sector companies. She loves traveling and even though she is originally from Rome, her favourite city is London and she dreams to travel to New York one day. As an Italian, she’s a proper foodie and a talented cook, especially when it comes to seafood. Her specialty is Amatriciana.

Kiran Ilett

Product Technician

Kiran Ilett

Product Technician

Kiran is a Product Technician who has completed an apprenticeship program at Protak. Beginning his career in the production department, he gained hands-on experience that deepened his understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and EI technology. In his current role, he is responsible for maintaining PR2A readers and other critical laboratory equipment, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. His passion for continuous learning and professional growth drives him to further develop the essential skills needed for a thriving career in this dynamic sector.

Resources

Enzyme Indicators

Read about the advantages and benefits of using our Enzyme Indicators for your H₂O₂ bio-decontamination validation processes.

BI vs EI

Biological Indicators vs Enzyme Indicators at a glance.

Case Studies

Presentations, white papers, webinars, shared articles, project summaries and product analysis.

Meet our Team

Robert Perin

Robert Perin

Simon Kinsella

Simon Kinsella

Kate Marshall

Kate Marshall

SJ Clowser

SJ Clowser

Tracey Wigfield

Tracey Wigfield

Robin Hill-Walker

Robin Hill-Walker

Lloyd Rowe

Lloyd Rowe

Gavin Merrill

Gavin Merrill

Mohammed Mohammed

Mohammed Mohammed

Tiffany Cardoso

Tiffany Cardoso

Maria Paola Cocco

Maria Paola Cocco

Kiran Ilett

Kiran Ilett

Resources

Enzyme Indicators

BI vs EI

Case Studies

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