Craig Sterling
Craig Sterling is the CEO of MarinaTex, a pioneer in developing marine-derived biomaterials as alternatives to problematic single-use plastics while eliminating the carbon emissions associated with waste processing and plastics. He leads the company with a focus on raising investment, driving revenue, building a high-performing team, and establishing MarinaTex’s base and market presence in Scotland. Craig has over three decades of experience navigating companies through crucial stages of growth, from inception to series B funding or acquisition.
In his personal life, Craig enjoys lots of outdoor activities including golf, hiking, skiing, diving, and mountain biking. These hobbies led to his natural love and appreciation of the environment. A dedicated advocate for marine conservation, having been an activist with Save The Ballona Wetlands, Heal The Bay, and Save Mono Lake in California, he is driven by a long-standing passion for innovation that not only delivers commercial success but also contributes positively to our planet.
Prior to joining MarinaTex, Craig was CEO and Director at Scottish-based CuanTec, leading the company through a successful phase of growth and innovation, securing significant investments and grants, enabling CuanTec to acquire and build their first plant under his leadership. An expert in commercialising products on a global scale and creating high-value jobs, he has held leadership roles at Omscientia, Rigaku, deCODE genetics and Emerald Biostructures. Craig also sits on the Board of the Scottish North American Business Council (SNABC) and has separately held multiple Board positions with non-profit
