James Regan
International Sales Director & Senior Manager, Q-Lab Europe
With 18 years of dedicated experience at Q-Lab, James Regan serves as the International Sales Director and Senior Manager for Europe. Since joining the organization in 2008 as an International Sales Manager, he has played a pivotal role in driving global growth and fostering strong distribution networks.
In his current leadership position, James focuses on managing, motivating, and supporting both internal and external sales teams. He travels extensively to provide technical training, lead seminars, and engage directly with customers and distributors. James identifies as an "agent for change," specializing in identifying emerging market opportunities and developing the strategic frameworks necessary to capitalize on them.
Standards Committee Leadership
James is a recognized expert in material testing and durability standards, contributing technical expertise at national, European, and international levels. He holds active roles in several key committees:
- Textiles: National UK TC/81 (Color Fastness) and ISO TC/38
- Plastics: National PRI/21 and ISO TC/61
- Paints & Coatings: National STI/10 and ISO TC/35
- European Standards: National PRI/300 and CEN/TC 249
Professional Background
Prior to his tenure at Q-Lab, James built a strong foundation in engineering, beginning his career as an apprentice with the Austin Rover car company. This "hands-on" technical background has informed his 18-year career in technical sales across the United Kingdom and the United States, allowing him to bridge the gap between complex engineering requirements and strategic commercial solutions.