Xavier Montibert,
Commercial Director & Co- Founder
Xavier, one of the founders and our Commercial Director, at Plasma Bound brings with him 30 years of experience. With a journey he is widely recognized as a seasoned global executive known for his strategic thinking and profit focused mindset. Xavier is well known for his contributions as an executive in international sales, business development and fostering innovation within the industry.
Xavier brings a Global perspective to his role at Plasma Bound. His previous tenure at Magna International in Europe and China further solidifies his reputation as a leader in delivering groundbreaking innovations to OEMs and Tier 1 companies.
With Xavier’s dedication and thinking vision Plasma Bound continues to soar to new heights, in the exciting realm of cutting-edge technology and business ventures.
Dr. Nick Barry,
CTO & Co- Founder
Dr. Nick Barry, the Co-Founder and CTO of Plasma Bound, is the visionary innovator behind Controlled Polymer Ablation (CPA) technology. A spin-out of University College Dublin, Plasma Bound thrives under Nick's leadership, empowering automotive and aerospace OEMs to craft Stronger, Lighter, Leaner, and Cleaner structural assemblies.
With over a decade of dedicated R&D experience, Nick's expertise spans composites, surface engineering, plasma technology, and industry outreach. His relentless commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation has been instrumental in establishing Plasma Bound as a leader in cutting-edge solutions.
Alan Barry,
CEO & Co- Founder
Alan is our CEO and Co-Founder, bringing a wealth of experience from a diverse career spanning two decades. Initially specializing in Life Sciences, Alan expanded his horizons in 2017 into Materials Science and the Transport Sector.
With a strong foundation in operations and project management, Alan has seamlessly navigated both SMEs and corporate giants. Throughout his career he has successfully managed capital programs valued at over US$90 million.
For over 20 years, Alan has been a key player in engineering services, establishing a thriving consultancy focused on pioneering new processes.