THE TEAM
THE TEAM
Consultants and an extended team of 15 partner associates to serve you on:
Technology advisory, investment and diversification strategy
M&A Technical advisory pre and post-deal in high value manufacturing markets
Organic and non-organic growth strategies
Consultants and an extended team of 15 partner associates to serve you on:
Technology advisory, investment and diversification strategy
M&A Technical advisory pre and post-deal in high value manufacturing markets
Organic and non-organic growth strategies
Dr. Marcello Grassi
MD & Founder
Dr. Marcello Grassi is the founder and the Managing Director of Leading Edge Strategy (LES) Consulting Ltd, a growth strategy and advisory consulting firm built on the in depth knowledge of the composites and high value manufacturing markets such as aerospace, defence and automotive.
He has delivered complex strategic assignments for leading blue-chip multi billion dollars leading enterprises, Governments and investment Banking Firms, focusing on technology, manufacturing, engineering strategies, supply chain partnerships and product development initiatives, organic and non-organic business growth strategies. He has also conducted M&A assignments for Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace and automotive companies in the United Kingdom, Europe, and North America.
After achieving a SUMMA CUM LAUDE Aerospace engineering Master degree in Italy he was awarded a PHD in Composites materials at the Cranfield University Collage of Aeronautics in UK. Before setting up is own management consulting and advisory firm, he has spent 20 years in the composites industry, covering aerospace, defense and automotive global roles with Finmeccanica, QinetiQ, Spirit AeroSystems and McLaren Automotive.
Sara Nunziata
Operation & Marketing Director
Sara Nunziata has a significant international experience of managing large and complex projects in Sales Operation and Marketing Communication Strategy. With over 18 Year’s in IT industry experience such as Sony Europe, Convergent, CSC, DXC she covered different roles from finance to purchasing to marketing communication with responsibilities in the field of Sales Enablement Strategy and Business Development in UK and Europe. In 2017 Sara joined Leading Edge Strategy Consulting (LES) bringing a variety of skills from leadership and management to organisational and team building skills. She started her role in LES creating a strong brand presence in the global marketplace.
Graduated with Master Degree in Foreign Languages and Literature in Italy (Hons), Sara studied Marketing in UK with a particular focus in Marketing Communication and Branding.
Dr. Marcello Grassi
MD & Founder
Dr. Marcello Grassi is the founder and the Managing Director of Leading Edge Strategy (LES) Consulting Ltd, a growth strategy and advisory consulting firm built on the in depth knowledge of the composites and high value manufacturing markets such as aerospace, defence and automotive.
He has delivered complex strategic assignments for leading blue-chip multi billion dollars leading enterprises, Governments and investment Banking Firms, focusing on technology, manufacturing, engineering strategies, supply chain partnerships and product development initiatives, organic and non-organic business growth strategies. He has also conducted M&A assignments for Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace and automotive companies in the United Kingdom, Europe, and North America.
After achieving a SUMMA CUM LAUDE Aerospace engineering Master degree in Italy he was awarded a PHD in Composites materials at the Cranfield University Collage of Aeronautics in UK. Before setting up is own management consulting and advisory firm, he has spent 20 years in the composites industry, covering aerospace, defense and automotive global roles with Finmeccanica, QinetiQ, Spirit AeroSystems and McLaren Automotive.
Sara Nunziata
Operation & Marketing Director
Sara Nunziata has a significant international experience of managing large and complex projects in Sales Operation and Marketing Communication Strategy. With over 18 Year’s in IT industry experience such as Sony Europe, Convergent, CSC, DXC she covered different roles from finance to purchasing to marketing communication with responsibilities in the field of Sales Enablement Strategy and Business Development in UK and Europe. In 2017 Sara joined Leading Edge Strategy Consulting (LES) bringing a variety of skills from leadership and management to organisational and team building skills. She started her role in LES creating a strong brand presence in the global marketplace.
Graduated with Master Degree in Foreign Languages and Literature in Italy (Hons), Sara studied Marketing in UK with a particular focus in Marketing Communication and Branding.
Coreen McCubbin
Clean Mobility & Sustainability Senior Consultant
Coreen McCubbin is the Senior Aerospace Consultant of Leading Edge Strategy Consulting Ltd. with over 20 year’s industry experience 13 of which at the cutting edge of Research and Development in the aviation sector. Coreen has delivered through collaborative funding and pioneering technology strategic growth of composite capability from ground zero, reshoring of composite production manufacturing through technology implementation and increased composite innovation footprint securing Scotland within the ecosystem developing world class composite manufacturing. Capabilities include translating R&D, technology development into innovative product applications on international projects to implementation, leading and delivering large scale complex aerospace technology programmes and working with central and regional DA to develop strategic capabilities.
Coreen has served as an honorary member of the Primary Engineer Initiative to board member of multiple High Value Manufacturing Centres playing a key role in shaping the strategic vision including skills development and training for the future of industry in the UK.
Graduating with a Mechanical Engineering with Electronics degree Coreen started her career as a mechanical design engineer with GEC Marconi (latterly BAE SYSTEMS) and evolved to a technical expert for avionic systems in defence namely head up and head down displays, pilot helmet and tracking systems from concept through to flight testing.
ALLY BEATTIE
Clean Mobility & Future Technology Analyst
Ally Beattie works across our Aerospace and Automotive sectors in the role of Clean Mobility and Future Technology Analyst. As a highly motivated problem-solver, Ally is responsible for supporting our client engagements and providing strategic insights and market analysis on technologies, R&D, collaborations and M&A company screening. He also supports the product application quest for the Leading Edge Additive Composites business, working with our strategic 3D printing partners. Ally holds a First Class MEng degree in Product Design Engineering from the University of Strathclyde and is comfortable in a research environment, with a keen interest in global technology developments and a passion for sustainable technologies.
Coreen McCubbin
Clean Mobility & Sustainability Senior Consultant
Coreen McCubbin is the Senior Aerospace Consultant of Leading Edge Strategy Consulting Ltd. with over 20 year’s industry experience 13 of which at the cutting edge of Research and Development in the aviation sector. Coreen has delivered through collaborative funding and pioneering technology strategic growth of composite capability from ground zero, reshoring of composite production manufacturing through technology implementation and increased composite innovation footprint securing Scotland within the ecosystem developing world class composite manufacturing. Capabilities include translating R&D, technology development into innovative product applications on international projects to implementation, leading and delivering large scale complex aerospace technology programmes and working with central and regional DA to develop strategic capabilities.
Coreen has served as an honorary member of the Primary Engineer Initiative to board member of multiple High Value Manufacturing Centres playing a key role in shaping the strategic vision including skills development and training for the future of industry in the UK.
Graduating with a Mechanical Engineering with Electronics degree Coreen started her career as a mechanical design engineer with GEC Marconi (latterly BAE SYSTEMS) and evolved to a technical expert for avionic systems in defence namely head up and head down displays, pilot helmet and tracking systems from concept through to flight testing.
ALLY BEATTIE
Clean Mobility & Future Technology Analyst
Ally Beattie works across our Aerospace and Automotive sectors in the role of Clean Mobility and Future Technology Analyst. As a highly motivated problem-solver, Ally is responsible for supporting our client engagements and providing strategic insights and market analysis on technologies, R&D, collaborations and M&A company screening. He also supports the product application quest for the Leading Edge Additive Composites business, working with our strategic 3D printing partners. Ally holds a First Class MEng degree in Product Design Engineering from the University of Strathclyde and is comfortable in a research environment, with a keen interest in global technology developments and a passion for sustainable technologies.
LUKE PATON
Clean Mobility and Future Technology Consultant
Luke Paton works across the Aerospace and Automotive sectors in the role of Clean Mobility and Future Technology Consultant; he holds 10 years’ experience in the aerospace sector working mainly within a research and development environment. His career started when he commenced a 4-year craft apprenticeship at Spirit AeroSystems gaining hands on experience across various commercial wing assemblies. From the production environment, Luke moved into Spirit’s R&D facility where he performed as an R&D engineer and was responsible for the investigation and delivery of various projects covering composite and metallic technologies. Luke has experience in working with suppliers and customers in various product development activities across the globe.
Luke holds a First-Class BEng (Hons) degree in Design & Manufacture Engineering from the University of Strathclyde which he completed alongside his work at Spirit AeroSystems.
As a highly motivated problem-solver, he supports clients on R&D activities, in gaining strategic insights into technology advances, and in M&A company screening. Luke is also involved in the identification of external activities that hold the potential to expand engagement opportunities within academia and beyond.
JACK KEAN
CLEAN MOBILITY AND FUTURE TECHNOLOGY ANALYST
Jack Kean works in our Aerospace sector in the role of Clean Mobility & Future Technology Analyst. Jack recently joined the team after completing a 4-month internship over the summer 2022. As an analyst with LES Consulting (Leading Edge Strategy), Jack supports the creation and maintenance of our supply chain and technology databases aiding projects in business development and M&A company screening.
Jack holds a First-Class Honours degree in Aircraft engineering from the University of the West of Scotland. Alongside his work Jack is studying towards his MEng degree in Aircraft Engineering with a keen interest in global technology developments and sustainable technologies.
LUKE PATON
Clean Mobility and Future Technology Consultant
Luke Paton works across the Aerospace and Automotive sectors in the role of Clean Mobility and Future Technology Consultant; he holds 10 years’ experience in the aerospace sector working mainly within a research and development environment. His career started when he commenced a 4-year craft apprenticeship at Spirit AeroSystems gaining hands on experience across various commercial wing assemblies. From the production environment, Luke moved into Spirit’s R&D facility where he performed as an R&D engineer and was responsible for the investigation and delivery of various projects covering composite and metallic technologies. Luke has experience in working with suppliers and customers in various product development activities across the globe.
Luke holds a First-Class BEng (Hons) degree in Design & Manufacture Engineering from the University of Strathclyde which he completed alongside his work at Spirit AeroSystems.
As a highly motivated problem-solver, he supports clients on R&D activities, in gaining strategic insights into technology advances, and in M&A company screening. Luke is also involved in the identification of external activities that hold the potential to expand engagement opportunities within academia and beyond.
JACK KEAN
CLEAN MOBILITY AND FUTURE TECHNOLOGY ANALYST
Jack Kean works in our Aerospace sector in the role of Clean Mobility & Future Technology Analyst. Jack recently joined the team after completing a 4-month internship over the summer 2022. As an analyst with LES Consulting (Leading Edge Strategy), Jack supports the creation and maintenance of our supply chain and technology databases aiding projects in business development and M&A company screening.
Jack holds a First-Class Honours degree in Aircraft engineering from the University of the West of Scotland. Alongside his work Jack is studying towards his MEng degree in Aircraft Engineering with a keen interest in global technology developments and sustainable technologies.
