Mike Lodge

Visionary
DISC Type : Ds

Chief Executive Officer at HD Sharman

Hale, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Mike Lodge is a growth-focused CEO and Chair with extensive experience in the technology and manufacturing sectors. He specializes in commercializing technology from university spin-outs and scaling businesses for PE/VC investors. Colleagues describe him as determined, dynamic, and possessing an incomparable level of drive.

He is passionate about leveraging technology for environmental protection, with a particular focus on water resources and sustainability. A recommendation mentions his determination in training for an Iron Man, highlighting his personal drive and resilience outside of his professional life.

Unique fact: He grew a university cleantech spin-out from a £3M valuation to £75M, securing a portfolio of 36 global patents.

Personality Overview

Objective Evaluator

Early Adopter

Big Vision Person

They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together.  Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Tech Commercialization
His career focuses on translating technology and engineering solutions into commercially viable products, including founding two university spin-outs.
EBITDA Growth
A core theme in his headline and experience is delivering rapid EBITDA growth for technology and manufacturing companies.
Water Sustainability
He led a wastewater treatment technology company and frequently posts about valuing water, indicating a strong interest in this environmental issue.

Media Appearances

Mike has no verified media appearances

Work History

2023 - 6-2025
Chief Executive Officer at HD Sharman
2020
Chief Executive Officer at Realise Impact
8-2013 - 8-2020
Chief Executive Officer at Arvia Technology Ltd.
7-2011 - 8-2013
Chief Commercial Officer at Arvia Technology Ltd.
2009 - 2011
Director of Mergers & Acquisitions at Mettler Toledo

Education

2002 - 2004
MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School
1990 - 1994
BSC from Lakehead University

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Insights For Selling To Mike

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer

DONT's

  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Mike is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Mike

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Mike move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Mike take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Mike

Personality Compatibility


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