After studying agriculture at Askham Bryan, Philip chose the dairy industry for his career. He progressed through a range of senior roles within the industry, culminating in that of commercial director of Arla Foods plc. During this time he studied Agribusiness at Harvard Business School.
     Throughout his career Philip held several industry positions including Chairmanship of the Dairy Council and National Dairy Farm Assured Ltd. He was awarded an OBE for services to the dairy industry in 2003.
     Upon leaving the dairy sector, Philip became Managing Director of Grampian Country Food Group’s integrated chicken business and in 2006 joined 2 Sisters Food Group. He is a Director of the Red Tractor Poultry Sector Board, the British Poultry Council and Vice President and Council Member of AVEC (Association of Poultry Processors and Poultry Trade in the EU).