The minds behind ViraCoat

We have an extensive global network of capabilities and resources

Our Senior Management Team

Jon Chadwick

Jon Chadwick has over 26 years’ experience in providing top-tier capital raising and corporate finance services to blue-chip companies and governments around the world. With a funding portfolio in excess of £11bn, and a network including some of the largest Tier 1 Capital providers in the world, Jon is a seasoned veteran of the finance sector.

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Gawad Nabi

Executive Director

Gawad Nabi is a storied investor, innovator, and CEO, with experience in both funding and founding pioneering businesses spanning two decades. His relentless, optimistic approach to business is evidenced by his leading of over 25 companies across 5 countries.

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Prof. Muhammad Munir

Chief Scientific Officer

Prof. Muhammad Munir is a molecular virologist at Lancaster University with extensive research experience on viral diagnostics, vaccine development, and viral pathobiology. Prof. Munir has successfully developed a novel vaccine against COVID-19 which blocks transmission and can be administered through the nose or via sustained-release patch technology.

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Brian Eatwell

Research & Development Director

Brian Eatwell is a seasoned inventor with over 27 years of experience in identifying market gaps and creating innovative products to suit them. With extensive knowledge in polymers and liquid metals, Brian has been instrumental in creating successful businesses and products with an aim to improve our standard of living. In 2021, Brian discovered a method of penetrating fabrics with an oxide coating whilst maintaining breathability and flexibility of the materials.

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Masuda Nabi

Sales & Distribution Director (ViraCorp)

Masuda Nabi is a driven, professional executive with a history in delivering high-quality project management and operations support to businesses in the pharmaceutical and biomedical industries. She now serves as Director of Sales and Distribution at ViraCorp, overseeing an industry-leading team of professionals on the company’s mission to bring affordable, innovative antiviral solutions to where they’re needed most across the globe.

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Sean Garvan

Chief Financial Officer

Sean Garvan has over 17 years of experience as an entrepreneur, board participant and corporate consultant, with 12 years specifically within the corporate finance, investment management, and debt structuring industry.

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Chris Byrnes

Chief Technology & Marketing Officer

Chris Byrnes is a solutions-oriented team leader with over a decade of experience in delivering marketing and creative resources to facilitate effective project pipelines. A prolific entrepreneur with a host of successful businesses under his belt, Chris has a wealth of demonstrable experience in both project and team leadership.

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