Rory Stear

Executive Chairman | Social Enterprise Pioneer | Global Business Leader

USA | UK | Africa | Asia

Professional Summary

Rory Stear is an internationally accomplished executive and serial entrepreneur with extensive leadership experience across biotechnology, renewable energy, investment, and social enterprise. Currently Executive Chairman of RapidDx, he has founded and led businesses on four continents, combining commercial success with social impact. Known for his visionary leadership and commitment to purpose-driven enterprise, Rory has been honored globally for his contributions to innovation, sustainability, and energy access.

Professional Experience

RapidDx Inc.
Executive Chairman

Leads corporate strategy
Oversees governance, capital strategy, and global expansion efforts
Handles global market positioning

Renaissance Capital Partners
Executive Director

Invests in mid- to large-sized public and private companies across various sectors in emerging markets.

Flambard Advisors
Chairman | CEO
UK / Malta

Directs investment and advisory operations focused on energy, diagnostics, and technology
Provides strategic counsel and services to RapidDx

Etavi Renewables
Chairman
UK / Africa

Leads development and operation of large-scale solar energy projects across Africa.

Dorman Energy Group
Board Director

Provides EPC solutions for solar infrastructure development.

Freeplay Energy Plc
Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO

Built a world-renowned social enterprise developing human and solar-powered products
Led company through PE funding, IPO on the London Stock Exchange, and trade sale.
Recognised for pioneering and advancing off-grid energy access and sustainable technology globally.

Recognition and Thought Leadership

Entrepreneur of the Year – BusinessWeek
Hero of the Environment – Time Magazine
Principal Voice on energy poverty – CNN, Time, Fortune
Speaker – World Economic Forum (Davos), Commonwealth Heads of Government Summit
Awarded Knight of the Order of St John
Theodor Herzl Award – Mayor of Jerusalem
Featured in academic case studies and books on social enterprise

Board & Advisory Roles

Former Member – WEF Global Agenda Renewable Energy Council
Former Chair – Business School, Nelson Mandela University
Former Member – Deans Council, Harvard Kennedy School
Honorary Life Member – Old Greys Union (2024)