Roger is an accomplished business leader with over 20 years of international experience across the UK, USA, Colombia, and France. As CEO of MMC Laboratories, he brings deep expertise in complex project delivery, global operations, and the legal cannabis and hemp industries. Roger has led teams of over 300 people and managed projects valued up to £75 million.

His career highlights include pioneering cannabis-based medicinal product (CBMP) licensing in the British Isles, founding and scaling multiple cannabis ventures, and working closely with governments and indigenous communities to shape policy and drive sustainable development. Roger’s leadership is defined by strategic vision, operational excellence, and a commitment to ethical innovation.

Ellington Mataya is an accomplished operations executive with over three decades of experience in the tobacco and agribusiness sectors. As Chief Operations Officer at MMC Laboratories, he oversees strategic planning, production efficiency, and end-to-end supply chain management, ensuring the company meets the highest standards in quality and compliance.

Before joining MMC, Ellington served as Operations Director at Premium Tobacco Company, where he led the operationalisation of a major processing facility and managed large-scale agronomy and manufacturing programs. His career also includes senior roles at Alliance One Tobacco and Limbe Leaf Tobacco, where he was instrumental in customer account management, international sales, and operational excellence.

Ignatius Viljoen is an experienced pharmaceutical executive and Qualified Person with over 30 years of international experience in the research-based and generic pharmaceutical sectors. At MMC Laboratories, he leads operational strategy, regulatory compliance, and pharmaceutical quality systems with a focus on innovation and global standards.

A qualified pharmacist, Ignatius holds advanced qualifications in marketing, technology management, and regulatory science, and is currently completing a PhD in the regulation of cell-based therapies. His career spans leadership roles at Boehringer Ingelheim across South Africa, Europe, and Central Asia, where he directed business development, regulatory affairs, and market expansion strategies.

Dr. Mekibib Dawit is a distinguished chemist and scientific leader with over two decades of experience spanning academia, research, and the regulated cannabis and botanical industries. As Chief Scientific Officer at MMC Laboratories, he oversees scientific innovation, product development, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance across the company’s operations.

Dr. Dawit has held senior scientific roles in the UK and Africa, including Director at Hemp Scientific and CSO at Eos Scientific and Electronic Cigarettes Ltd. He has led the development of ISO 9001 and cGMP-compliant laboratories, managed cleanroom production, and registered multiple CBD products in the EU. His expertise includes analytical chemistry, environmental science, and cannabinoid formulation, with a strong focus on regulatory frameworks such as the EU Cosmetics Regulation and the Tobacco Products Directive.

Martin Sabola is an innovative finance professional with over 20 years of experience in financial management, strategic planning, taxation, and regulatory compliance. As Financial Controller at MMC Laboratories, he oversees budgeting, financial reporting, treasury operations, and internal controls, ensuring the company’s financial health and regulatory alignment.

Prior to joining MMC, Martin held senior finance roles at Premium Tobacco Malawi Limited, where he led budgeting and forecasting, managed multi-million-dollar syndication loans, and successfully negotiated significant tax savings. His expertise spans financial audits, intercompany reconciliations, fixed asset management, and risk mitigation.

Ryan Wayne Pollard is a regenerative agriculture and cannabis cultivation specialist with extensive experience in sustainable farming systems, organic soil health, and cannabinoid extraction. As an Agronomist at MMC Laboratories Limited, he plays a key role in advancing the company’s cultivation practices, product development, and compliance with international agricultural standards.
Ryan brings a unique blend of technical expertise and hands-on experience in cannabis and hemp production, having contributed to the establishment of Malawi’s first legal cannabis facility. His work spans the full cultivation cycle—from soil preparation and nutrient programming to pest management and post-harvest processing—ensuring MMC’s operations meet GACP, GMP, and ISO 22000 standards.

He is the Founder and Lead Consultant at Serve the Soil Solutions, a consultancy dedicated to sustainable agriculture and organic farming. His portfolio includes managing large-scale cannabis cultivation projects, developing SOPs for sustainable farming, conducting biochar research, and formulating hemp-based wellness products.