Michael Topham was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Biffa in September 2018, having previously held the role of Chief Financial Officer from 2013. He has proven abilities to develop and acquire companies which deliver sustainable growth while strengthening the Group portfolio. Michael has more than 15 years’ experience in the waste management sector, having held divisional managing director and finance director roles within Biffa before being appointed Group Chief Financial Officer, and as finance director of Greenstar UK prior to its acquisition by Biffa in 2010. He trained as a Chartered Accountant with PwC in London where he held positions in both the audit and transaction services practices.
Michael Topham, CEO of FTSE 250 listed waste management solutions provider Biffa, explains why the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham are a source of inspiration as well as celebration.