Graham Welland: Co-founder

Industry Experience

40+ years working with regulators, auditors, and compliance bodies across highly regulated industries
Regulation, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks
Environmental Science background with major European utilities (Severn Trent, Thames Water)
Deep engagement with UK Government, EU Regulators, WHO, WaterUK, and Water Research Council
International Risk, Compliance, and Supply-Chain Integrity (140+ countries served)
Mining (M&A investigative work)
Education (university operations partner audit)
Energy (grant-funded company assessments)
Aviation & Transport Infrastructure

Functional Experience

Founder of GWCI (Global risk and compliance consultancy established 2017)
Specialist in risk mitigation, compliance frameworks, and early-stage regulatory design
Extensive experience analysing global supply chains, illegal labour exposure, and partner due-diligence risks
Proven ability to support organisations in shaping robust compliance infrastructures
Recognised for identifying high-impact risks that affect cost, operational stability, and reputation

Professional

HNC Applied Biology | 30+ Years in Strategic Risk & Compliance

Supply chain transformation leader specialising in ERP, logistics, governance, integration and international operational change.

PE-focused operating partner and fractional COO specialising in EBITDA growth, supply chain transformation, turnaround and exit value creation.

Customs and international trade specialist with deep compliance, sanctions, advisory and regulatory expertise.

Transformation project leader specialising in ERP migration, governance, supply chain reporting, ESG and international programme delivery.

Industry Experience Functional Experience Professional HNC Applied Biology | 30+ Years in Strategic Risk & Compliance

International logistics leader experienced in freight forwarding, commercial turnaround, network growth and scalable operations.