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Warwick Acoustics Ltd is the new name of Warwick Audio Technologies Ltd, the company behind Sonoma Acoustics Ltd.
At Warwick Acoustics, we are single-minded in our mission; to create remarkable listening experiences.
Our ground-breaking audio systems breathe fresh life into the music that moves you. Whether it’s through our multi-award-winning Sonoma headphone system or our world first in-car electrostatic systems, we offer a listening experience that’s as immersive as it is intimate, as thrilling as it is authentic.
We believe in creating products that are designed from the ground up in order to deliver the best personal audio listening experience available to our customers.
Our team are pioneering perfectionists. The pursuit of excellence is our primary goal, and everything really does matter! From custom built low noise power supplies to the highest grade cables and leather ear pads. Passionate, Transparency, Neutrality, Truthfulness are words close to our hearts…
Management Team
Dr Mike Grant
CEO
Mike is a highly experienced business leader who has developed a number of successful global technology propositions.
These include introducing 3D graphics into the mobile phone industry, the creation of a 200m user chat community, and the development of major mobile games publisher. Over the last 5 years, he has generated over $600m in incremental value for shareholders.
Rhys Lewis
GM Production
Rhys is a senior loudspeaker production line designer with over 20 years of experience.
He has been delivering innovative manufacturing solutions through the globe and ran Harmans loudspeaker production for Audi, Mercedes and BMW, delivering over €250m of business.
Graham Landick
Programme Manager
Graham is a senior audio engineer with 25 years of experience in automotive OEM’s.
He has led numerous multi-disciplined teams, budgets and programmes in Meridian Audio, Jaguar Land Rover, McLaren Automotive, Google, and Bowers & Wilkins.
The Board of Directors
David Roberts
Chairman
An industrialist with over 30 years experience in manufacturing, particularly within the automotive and aerospace sectors.
He is formally trained in Lean Manufacturing and has a Black Belt Sensei in the discipline, has proven experience in all functions in international markets. David’s career includes executive level positions with automotive companies Chrysler and Aston Martin.
Dr Mike Grant
CEO
Mike is a highly experienced business leader who has developed a number of successful global technology propositions.
These include introducing 3D graphics into the mobile phone industry, the creation of a 200m user chat community, and the development of major mobile games publisher. Over the last 5 years, he has generated over $600m in incremental value for shareholders.
Tony Hawken
Financial Director
Tony has over 25 years experience as Finance Director of Technology and Manufacturing businesses.
Previously, he headed up the international finance operations for optical products specialist, Gooch & Housego. He has also held senior finance positions in the Manufacturing Technology Center and Omnicare.
Martin Roberts
MD Headphones
Martin is an experienced sales and product development executive in audio technology.
He has over 20 years’ experience in senior roles with leading audio products companies, including 12-years at the IP-rich transducer specialist, NXT, where he successfully introduced innovative speaker drivers into the Consumer and Commercial Audio sectors.
Dr Duncan Billson
Non-Executive Director
Duncan is an innovative entrepreneur who has both technical expertise in the field of acoustics and experience in managing a hi-tech University spin-out company.
He is an associate Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of Warwick and is the co-inventor of the technology alongside Professor David Hutchins.
Dr Mark Volanthen
Non-Executive Director
Mark is head of electronics, materials and manufacturing investments at Mercia Technologies PLC.
Having run multiple high-growth electronics businesses, Mark brings a blend of commercial, operational and technical experience to the team.
Gary Waters
Non-Executive Director
Former Vice President and General Manager of BOSE Corporation, Gary brings with him valuable experience in the development and marketing of consumer headphone products.
He also has an in-depth understanding of how to sell new audio technology into major consumer electronics OEMs and automotive suppliers.