Paul Drayson
English businessman and politician
Born
March 5th, 1960
65 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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A businessman and politician who served as Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology from 2005 to 2009. Focused on modernizing the UK’s defense procurement processes and fostering relationships between the government and industry. Involved in various entrepreneurial ventures, including the development of bioengineering technologies. Holds a degree in physics and earned a doctorate in robotics, which contributed to innovations in the defense sector.
Served as Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology
Founded Drayson Technologies
Competed in motorsport, including Le Mans
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