Professional Summary

Experienced entrepreneur with a diverse background in founding and managing businesses across multiple sectors, including automotive, property management, waste reclamation, security, Investigation and debt collection. Strong network of global contacts, with a passion for business development and mentoring. Enthusiastic about enriching lives and businesses through strategic planning and visionary leadership.

Core Strengths

• Leadership & Management: Proven ability to establish, manage, and grow businesses across various industries.
• Global Networking: Extensive network of contacts spanning multiple industries and countries.
• Business Development: Skilled in identifying opportunities, building businesses, and driving growth.
• Mentoring & Advising: Passionate about developing potential in people and businesses, with a focus on strategic planning and personal growth.
• Visionary & Pastoral Outlook: Committed to supporting individuals, especially those struggling with issues related to substance abuse, homelessness, and poverty.

Professional Experience

Founder & CEO, Biodiversity Land Bank Ltd

2023 - Present

Established a company focused on biodiversity and environmental preservation.

Director, Prontac Intelligence Ltd, Prontac Debt Recovery Ltd, Prontac London & Manchester Ltd

2018 - 2021

Led various businesses in intelligence, debt recovery, and strategic planning.

Thalia Management

2011 - 2018

Managed a property management company overseeing a diverse portfolio.

Founder & CEO, Eden Group of Companies

1995 - 2010

Established and managed a group of companies in waste reclamation.

Director, Lanikai Cocktails

1992 - 1994

Grew the business to achieve £7 million in orders within two years.

Director, Second Vision CCTV

1989 - 1992

Pioneered in the CCTV industry with a focus on till integration for public houses.

Founder & CEO, Airparks Manchester

1985 - 1990

Managed parking operations for over 1,000 vehicles per week.

Chairman, Jaguar Drivers Club Cheshire

1980 - 1983

Led the club, enhancing community engagement and brand loyalty.

Founder & CEO, Jaguar Divers Centre Cars Dismantling & Spares Company

1979 - 1985

Built the largest Jaguar car dismantling and spares company in the UK, exporting globally.

Founder & CEO, Northern Fleetclene

1973 - 1979

Launched a commercial vehicle cleaning company serving the North West of England.

Education

Macclesfield College of Further Education
OND in Business Studies

Woods Lane Secondary Modern School
CSEs in History, Geography, Science, Art, English Literature & Language

Thorn Grove Primary School

Personal Interests & Additional Information

• Automotive Enthusiast: Deeply involved in classic and race car restoration, with experience in importing, exporting, and selling vehicles globally.
• Mentorship & Faith: Actively mentors young individuals, especially those facing challenges like drug and alcohol abuse, poverty, and homelessness. Strong faith in Jesus Christ, with a heart for helping others.
• The Petrolheads Club: Co-founder of a club for automotive enthusiasts.
• Personal Life: Single with one child, enjoys cooking, and committed to personal and community development.

Professional Summary

Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the Venture Capital industry. Skilled in Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), and Private Equity. Strong business development professional graduated from Campbell College Belfast.

Ian is currently a Director of a number of companies in sectors as diverse as furniture, home accessories, hospitality, alternative energy, jewellery, wellbeing, home improvements and IT and advises businesses on their growth and strategy.

Professional Summary

A driven and passionate senior executive with over 55 years of experience in business directorship and management. Proven expertise in buying and selling assets, company restructuring, securing funding, and customer relations. Highly skilled in crisis management and thriving in challenging environments.

Core Strengths

• Business Directorship & Management
• Asset Acquisition & Disposal
• Company Reconstruction & Restructuring
• Securing Funding & Financing
• Crisis Management & Problem Solving
• Customer Relations & Stakeholder Management

Professional Experience

Founder & Director, Lynx Group & NSR Limited

1985 - Present

• Established and managed companies specializing in landfill sites and restoration projects in collaboration with GMC and The Ainscow Group.
• Provided advisory services specializing in the sales and acquisitions of land.
• Continued involvement in diverse business activities including entertainment, music events, and TV projects.
• Currently advising individuals, national groups, and local authorities on land acquisition and remediation.

Director, EPH Group

1985

• Amalgamated and served as a main board director of EPH Group, overseeing operational directions.
• Managed multiple subsidiaries including Arnold Plant, Arnold Shipping, EPH Civil PPE Engineering, JJ Oaks Housebuilders, Clapham Landscapes, and NSR Limited.
• Led significant projects including groundworks for the Trafford Centre.

Founder, Transport Shipping and Plant Hire Group

1976 - 1985

• Established a successful transport, shipping, and plant hire business generating over £100,000 in the first year.
• Expanded operations to include a recycling center for soils and a specialist plant self-drive company.
• Managed staff and operations with over 60 employees under direct control.

Junior Manager & Transport Manager, H. Evers Ltd

Date Not Provided

• Promoted to Transport Manager overseeing all aspects of operations including vehicle purchase, man management, garage, and service departments.

Family Business, The Thomas Group

Date Not Provided

• Worked in the family business specializing in the supply of marble and transport organization.

Education

Agricultural College
Maidstone, Kent

Manchester Grammar School
Private School

GCE Qualifications: English, Geography, Physics, Mathematics

Personal Information

Marital Status: Married
Children: 8
Grandchildren: 15
Hobbies: Motivating others, driving classic cars
Other Interests: Co-founder of The Petrolhead Club

Professional Summary

Alastair P. Sheehan is an experienced leader in the residential land and mixed-use development sector with over 22 years of experience. He is the Director of A.P. Sheehan & Co, a specialist advisory firm offering services in strategic land development and planning consultancy. Alastair has a strong track record in securing and delivering complex projects, with a particular focus on strategic planning, adult social care, and intergenerational residential schemes.

Key Experience

A.P. Sheehan & Co - Director

2008 - Present

Founded the firm specializing in Residential Land and Mixed-use Development. The company provides strategic land consultancy, development advisory services, and has been involved in key projects for local authorities, including Brownfield Homes Funding, SHLAAs, and AHVAs.

Lambert Smith Hampton - Head of Residential Land and Development

2003 - 2008

Led the Residential Land and Development department, focusing on development consultancy, agency of residential development land, and providing appraisal and valuation advisory services. Managed relationships with public and private clients across various offices.

Crosby Homes Special Projects - Development Manager

2002 - 2003

Managed the development of residential sites in Manchester City Centre and Greater Manchester, overseeing site procurement, planning, and delivery.

Notable Projects

• Tameside Council (2020 - Present): Advised on multiple land delivery schemes in Denton, Hyde, and Dukinfield.
• Bury Council (2022 - Present): Led town centre regeneration from an adult social care perspective, repurposing 4 council-owned sites.
• Sandwell Council (2022 - Present): Managed regeneration projects using a long-income model to maximize social and economic returns.
• HB Villages (2010 - 2020): As a Founder Shareholder and Director, delivered approximately 40 supported living and extra care schemes.
• Bloor Homes (2008 - 2014): Served as a retained consultant for land acquisition and development in the Midlands and North England.
• Liverpool SHLAA Update (2018): Provided strategic housing land availability assessments.
• Bolton AHVA (2010): Delivered consultancy on affordable housing delivery, tenure, and quantum across Bolton.

Previous Employment

• Lambert Smith Hampton (2003 - 2008): Head of Residential Land and Development, Manchester/Cheshire Office.
• Hammerson - Eastgate Quarter, Leeds (2003-2005): Provided full marketing and development consultancy.
• Various SHLAA and AHVA Projects (2007-2010): Worked with multiple councils including Blackburn with Darwen, South Lakeland, and Rossendale.

Personal Interests

• Alastair is married, with two children and two Border Collies.
• He is an avid beekeeper with 15 beehives.
• Holds a black belt in Taekwondo.

Education

BA (Hons), PG Dip (Property Valuation and Management)

Professional Summary

A seasoned real estate professional with a distinguished career spanning the residential, retail, and commercial sectors at both local and national levels. Renowned for cultivating high-impact relationships across PLCs and SMEs, I possess a proven track record in strategic planning, project coordination, team leadership, and financial management. My expertise extends to navigating complex corporate and government structures, driving successful outcomes in every endeavour. I am particularly passionate about the future of green energy and sustainable waste management, seeking to leverage my skills in these transformative sectors.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership: Spearheading teams and projects to achieve ambitious targets and goals.
• High-Level Networking: Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in corporate and government settings.
• Innovative Problem-Solving: Identifying and implementing cutting-edge solutions in real estate and beyond.
• Risk Management: Advising on risk mitigation strategies and developing robust exit plans for high-net-worth (HNW) investors.
• Sustainable Development: Pioneering initiatives in renewable energy and responsible waste management.

Professional Experience

Property and Land Investment Ltd.

Director & Shareholder

http://www.pal-investment.com/

Tenure: Present

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management: Successfully leading a dynamic team, driving performance to meet and exceed key business objectives.
• Strategic Procurement: Sourcing high-value products through strategic PLC and developer relationships.
• Investor Relations: Serving as a trusted advisor to HNW investors, offering insights on yield targets, risk management, and strategic exits.
• Business Growth: Overseeing procurement and acquisitions, contributing to sustained growth and profitability.

Waste Management Facilities Ltd.

Consultant

https://www.wmfltd.co.uk/

Tenure: Present

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Technical Expertise: Providing hands-on support in customer engagement and supply chain management, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Strategic Influence: Actively participating in Architectural Governance Board meetings, presenting innovative technology solutions to senior stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Driving ongoing research into emerging technologies, positioning the company at the forefront of the industry.
• Land Appraisal & Development: Leading in-depth land appraisal studies for renewable energy projects, delivering high-level analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborative Innovation: Partnering with Georgia Pacific on UK land searches, leveraging expertise to identify prime opportunities in the renewable energy sector.

Vision & Future Goals

I am committed to advancing my career at the intersection of real estate and green energy, with a particular focus on innovative and sustainable development. I aim to contribute my expertise to projects that drive both economic growth and environmental responsibility.

Professional Summary

Over 35 years of experience in the excavation, haulage, and waste management sectors, with specialized expertise in site restoration, site engineering, and material management. A qualified surveyor and draftsman with a proven track record in landscape engineering, landfill site restoration, and development platform construction.

Key Skills

• Material Management: Expertise in sourcing and managing materials for large-scale projects.
• Site Restoration: Extensive experience in landfill site restorations and landscape engineering projects.
• Site Engineering: Proficient in all aspects of site engineering, including development platform construction.
• Project Management: Skilled in planning, designing, and overseeing the execution of land engineering and development projects.
• Regulatory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of legislation and regulations related to waste management and site restoration.
• Consultancy & Collaboration: Adept at working with contractors and consultants to execute complex engineering projects.

Professional Experience

APC Land Solutions Limited | Founder & Specialist

2020 – Present

• Established APC Land Solutions, specializing in material management, site restoration, and land engineering.
• Lead the assessment, design, and preparation of planning documentation for various projects.
• Collaborate with approved contractors and consultants to execute project plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Focus on creating projects requiring infill, managing the full funding of schemes through innovative material solutions.

Founder

• Founded a material management business, servicing large waste companies by restoring landfill sites as part of their planning conditions.
• Managed projects that adhered to strict environmental and regulatory standards.
• Provided expert consultancy services in material management and site restoration.

Professional Summary

A highly experienced professional with over 20 years of expertise in the construction industry, specialising in surveying, land restoration, waste management, heavy plant hire, and recycling. Demonstrated success in managing large-scale restoration projects, leading operations, and meeting business targets. Proven leadership in operations management, equipment procurement, and strategic planning.

Key Skills

• Surveying & Mapping
• Waste Management
• Planning & Licensing
• Industry Knowledge
• Environmental Monitoring
• Ground Stabilisation
• Waste to Energy
• Recycling & Material Recovery
• Staff Management
• Plant and Equipment Procurement

Professional Experience

• Responsible for daily operations, staff management, and overseeing all aspects of waste management, material recovery, and recycling operations.
• Purchased and maintained a fleet of plant and equipment.
• Handled planning, licensing, and site plan development.
• Led successful restoration projects for major clients, including WRG, Viridor, and Veolia.
• Invoicing and bookkeeping for the business.

Operations Director

1997 – 2012, Lynx Euro Management

• Began as a site clerk at the age of 15, advancing to operations director for over ten restoration and remediation projects across the UK.
• Managed nationwide operations, overseeing plant and equipment procurement and maintenance.
• Led quantity surveying and digital mapping, ensuring compliance with planning and licensing regulations.
• Monitored environmental standards and consistently achieved targets for import volumes and site acquisitions.
• Specialized in waste management, recycling, and resource recovery.

Achievements

• Successfully completed and operated restoration contracts for WRG, Viridor, and Veolia across the UK.
• Established and ran a successful plant hire and sales business, managing a fleet of machinery.
• Consistently met project targets, including quantity surveying goals and operational milestones.

Training & Certifications

• WAMITAB COTC3 - Inert Landfill
• 20 years of experience in Quantity Surveying
• Liscad - Digital Geo-Mapping
• Leica GPS Systems
• Waste Management Awareness
• Planning & Legislation Affairs

Interests

• Motorsport
• Football
• Astronomy
• Travel
• Family Time

Professional Summary

Philip Halhead is the founder, owner and CEO of Norbreck Genetics Ltd and Norbreck Self Storage Ltd both companies based in Lancashire. Norbreck Farm is a 300 cow (High PLI) fully housed Holstein Dairy herd.

Philip founded Norbreck Genetics to improve the beef-on-dairy offerings for global dairy farmers. Along with his team at Norbreck Genetics, they collaborate closely with supply chains and take consumer trends and sustainability into account in the companies vision. Halhead was the recipient of an award from the Fellow Royal Agricultural Societies (FRAgS) and has the Freedom of the City of London in 2012 for his contributions to agriculture.

He has completed various leadership courses including Lancaster University Leadership & Management course and a Goldman Sachs business course. Philip has travelled extensively, studied Eastern European Agriculture and was a awarded a Scholarship from Tesco to research ‘Leadership in agriculture’ and travelled to the USA.

Norbreck Self Storage was started in 2023 to diversify out of Agriculture and explore new opportunities. Building a TEAM has allowed Philip to work ON his business not In the businesses every day.