Chris Nelson is the CEO of Knode, where his current focus is on driving the adoption of thermal energy storage solutions to decarbonise heavy industry, a vital intersection of the energy transition and sustainable economic security. An experienced entrepreneur with a deep background in technology commercialisation, Chris has a proven track record of moving innovations from the lab to the field. His professional pedigree includes pivotal roles at CSIRO and Worley, where he specialised in commercialisation and innovation and technology. He is a energetic advocate for bridging the gap between research and real-world application.