After graduating in Food Technology, Alan has worked for more than 30 years in the Food Packaging Industry. Previous employers include Carnaud Metalbox, Huhtamaki, and Uniq Prepared Foods but for the last 7 years he has run his own consultancy business working with packaging and technology companies, and brand owners.In addition Alan co-founded Aegg Creative packaging, a premium food packaging business based in the UK. He is now co-inventor on a number of newer Tempra patents.