Adam started his career in the lift industry 31 years ago with Otis in London, UK. After twelve years working in construction, service, modernization and new equipment sales, he moved into the world of consultancy with Sweco (formerly Grontmij and Roger Preston & Partners) and has subsequently worked on the design of vertical transportation systems for many landmark buildings around the world.

Adam is a past Chairman of the CIBSE Lifts Group and is a member of the CIBSE Guide D Executive Committee. He is the current codes and standards representative for the CIBSE Lifts Groups and sits on the British Standards Institute MHE4 technical committee. He is also a member of the BCO vertical transportation technical peer review committee. Adam is currently also the UK nominated expert for WG7 dealing with the accessibility standard EN81-70.