Originally born in Aberdeen in Scotland, Paul moved to York in North Yorkshire at a young age and is an expert in agricultural engineering.
He has a keen interest in providing the very best quality products to be utilised in domestic, commercial and community landscaping spaces and has helped develop a range of new products.
Paul offers significant experience in agriculture and horticulture, and leads Rolawn and BioScapes in their efforts to keep innovating the industry and remaining an authoritative voice within it.
Paul has spent nearly 30 years in the horticultural sector in a professional capacity. Paul worked in the fresh produce industry at G’s Group for seven years and joined Rolawn as Corporate Development Manager in 1999 and has since become Chairman and Managing Director. He has overseen the introduction of new topsoil products, the ProFresh system, the Hallstone brand and more recently the launch of BioScapes as a sub-brand specialising in biodiversity.
BEng (Hons) in Agricultural Engineering – Newcastle University (1993)
Originally born in Middlesbrough, Terry Smithson is an expert in biodiversity who has a background and extensive experience working in the nature conservation sector.
He has a passion for protecting the planet’s natural habitat, with a deep understanding of species and ecosystems and of how this benefits humankind.
Terry offers support and guidance through his role at BioScapes on the importance of boosting biodiversity and the most effective ways for this to be achieved.
Terry has over 30 years’ experience in the nature conservation industry, researching and supporting endangered species, and working extensively with The Wildlife Trusts on a number of different projects to make a positive impact on the environment. 15 years of his experience has been at senior level, helping lead the way on restoring natural habitats.
Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in Zoology – Manchester University (1992)
Master’s Degree (MSc) in Ecology – University of Aberdeen (1993)
Full member of CIEEM – Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management
Terry has been a leading voice within the Rolawn family for over 30 years.
Terry’s extensive background in sales, marketing and management means he is perfectly equipt to help bring Bioscapes products to market.
Terry began working with the Rolawn group in 1992, as our Sales and Marketing Director. He remained in the role for over 13 years, developing the Rolawn brand itself, but also supporting the establishment of two sister companies, Hallstone and BioScapes, which would grow to form the Rolawn Group.
As a public speaker, Terry brings experience, charisma and passion to his audiences. Using these same skills, Terry aims to help the BioScapes brand reach and engage with new audiences.
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