Biography: 

Co-founder and CTO of Uplift360, the pioneering startup revolutionising how we reuse and recycle complex materials by creating groundbreaking circular economy technology. True to her mission, Sam’s career path is anything but linear. A unique fusion of strategist, composite specialist and sustainability advocate, she’s carved out a rare skill set that spans defence, humanitarian aid, and advanced technology. She’s held senior leadership roles at the UK Ministry of Defence and the American Red Cross, tackling challenges from disaster response to cutting-edge technology exploitation. With a career forged in high-stakes environments, from surveillance operations to humanitarian crises, Sam has witnessed firsthand the devastating impacts of climate change. Now, she’s channeling her expertise into transforming industries—starting with defence—by championing circularity as a tool to combat the global climate emergency

About Uplift360:

Uplift360 develops cutting-edge chemical recycling technology to recover and reuse advanced materials, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. Focused on industries like automotive, renewable energy and defence, we enable a circular economy for high-performance composites and critical materials.