John Mailey

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Chief Executive Officer at Windstorm Renewables Ltd

Kirktown Of Fetteresso, Scotland, United Kingdom

Overview

John is the Founder and CEO of Windstorm Renewables, a startup developing a disruptive, next-generation wind turbine system. He is a time-served mechanical design engineer with over 44 years of experience across the marine, sub-sea oil & gas, and renewable energy sectors. He holds a Masters Degree from the University of Paisley.

His current focus is on creating a renewable energy solution that is smaller, quieter, and more powerful, aiming to revolutionize the wind power industry by addressing key environmental and space-related issues.

After a long career in established industries, John invented a new turbine technology and founded a company to bring it to market, recently participating in RGUs Startup Accelerator.

Personality Overview

Curious But Skeptical

ROI Driven

Requires Proof

They typically tend to be late adopters even when they seem friendly and excited about what you have to sell  They are unlikely to ever become strong champions even when the conversations are going well; you should focus on cultivating other champions They are often friendly and nice, but can sometimes suprise you with their piercing questions

Topics They Care About

Renewable Energy Tech
As the founder of Windstorm Renewables, he is developing a new, enhanced vertical axis wind turbine system to solve issues of size, noise, and environmental impact.
Mechanical Engineering
His entire 44-year career is built on a foundation of mechanical design engineering, with experience in heavy, medium, and light engineering applications.
Cleantech Innovation
His work focuses on creating a game-changing wind power design. His company was recently part of the 2025 Startup Accelerator at Robert Gordon University.

Media Appearances

John has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2018
Chief Executive Officer at Windstorm Renewables Ltd
1-2013 - 10-2015
Mechanical Engineer (Contract) at Aker Solutions
3-2012 - 12-2012
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) at Geoprober Drilling
5-2010 - 3-2012
Lead Engineer at GE Oil & Gas
9-2007 - 5-2010
Senior Mechanical Engineer at Divex Ltd

Education

1992 - 1996
Master’s Degree from University of Paisley
1987 - 1987
EITB from Paisley College of Technology

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Insights For Selling To John

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them questions to understand their needs better while staying affable
  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Persuade objectively how your product will help them achieve their goals

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘you will just love it’ etc.
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Don't ask them to move fast, let them take their time and digest all the information

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with John is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from John

  • They are likely to give you a clear answer without taking you around in circles. However, if you share a good relationship, they might not be so forthcoming.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will John move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can John take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And John

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