Shameem Jawaid Kazmi

Shameem Kazmi is a distinguished award-winning leader and innovator in the fields of food science, materials technology, and environmental sustainability. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, he has built a reputation for fostering growth and promoting the development of motivated teams. As a Fellow of prestigious organizations such as the Institute of Food Science Technology and the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, Kazmi has garnered significant recognition for his contributions to the industry.

Throughout his career, Kazmi has received numerous accolades, including the Director of the Year award and several prestigious honors for innovation and sustainability. His ability to tackle challenges head-on and inspire others has positioned him as a key figure in driving positive change within his field. Kazmi believes in leading by example, embodying values such as kindness, compassion, and hard work, which resonate deeply with his colleagues and peers.

In addition to his professional achievements, Kazmi is a dedicated educator and advocate for lifelong learning. He actively promotes the learning and development of others, aiming to empower individuals to reach their full potential. His upcoming book, ‘Powering a Sustainable Future: Lunar Resources, Limitless Energy and Shared Responsibility’ explores Helium-3’s potential to revolutionise clean energy and space exploration. Abundant on the Moon, this rare isotope could fuel sustainable fusion energy. But with promise comes responsibility and his introductory book examines the scientific, ethical, and geopolitical complexities of harnessing Helium-3 for the benefit of all humanity.

Shameem Kazmi serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director at The Football Association and is a professional UEFA-qualified football coach. Renowned for his leadership across sport, science, and sustainability, he brings a rare interdisciplinary perspective to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. His ability to align high-performance strategy with ethical foresight positions him as a distinctive and respected voice in innovation and responsible leadership.

Driven by a clear vision for a more sustainable future, Kazmi exemplifies the qualities of a modern changemaker; one who inspires excellence, advances meaningful progress, and bridges disciplines to create lasting impact for society and beyond.