Team

Roberto co-founded Ikigai and joined the company in 2019 as CEO when he chose to focus the company strategy on solutions for large energy users, optimisation of asset and mitigation of stranded asset following the global push toward decarbonisation

Helena is the co-founder and COO of Ikigai, with broad experience of decarbonisation strategy and finance across all of Ikigai’s core infrastructure sectors. Prior to setting up Ikigai, she was head of energy capital investment for the UK DiT, after 10+ years as a project finance lawyer at international law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills.

Sam has a decade-long experience in renewable energy development, having assisted RAW Energy in the development, management, and investment of renewable energy assets for financial institutions and funds. Prior to joining Ikigai, Sam supported Sustainable Growers of London Limited in the operation of a vertical farm in Bow, East London installed in an industrial unit leased by the Arch Company.

Liam is a graduate from Imperial College London, where he studied towards an MSc in Climate Change, Management and Finance.

Since joining Ikigai, Marta has been specialising in sustainable fuels value chain delivery, including optimisation of co-products from water treatment into low-carbon products (biomethane) and co-development of sustainable transport hubs. She is also focusing on the commercialisation of a first-of-its-kind Natural Capital and biodiversity portfolio.

Sinead joined Ikigai in July 2022 with a BA degree in Politics and Spanish from the University of Manchester. Since joining Ikigai, Sinead has been supporting the wider team on policy and regulations and she is been focusing on working on land optimisation and natural capital projects.

Luc joined Ikigai in September 2023 from the carbon consulting sector where he led projects aiming to help businesses on their decarbonisation journey. He has supported carbon reduction planning for clients across the manufacturing, public utilities, and agriculture sectors. Luc holds a MSci in a STEM subject from Bristol University, which, alongside his experience informs his work in the energy transition sector.

A former hydrogen executive based in Los Angeles, Stewart joined Ikigai in early 2023 to bring a global perspective on the Energy Transition. A subject matter expert on hydrogen, power-to-x, renewable natural gas (biomethane), and waste-to-energy, he helps Ikigai's clients to structure, develop, and fund zero emission projects in infrastructure, power, and mobility.

Leigh Hudson joined the board of Ikigai Capital in September 2020. Leigh leads BA/AIG carbon management work including the biofuels programme as well as carbon accounting and efficiency initiatives. Since 2014 Leigh has been appointed as sustainable fuel and carbon manager at IAG to lead the decarbonisation efforts for the whole group.

Peter is a seasoned professional with over 24 years of experience in global energy, transport, and infrastructure. Currently MD of Cogitare Advisors, he previously held key roles at Macquarie Asset Management and Saudi Aramco. Peter's diverse expertise supports Ikigai strategic success and innovation.