The IRSG is an inter-governmental organisation and a forum for analysis and discussion of demand and supply of natural and synthetic rubber. It collects and disseminates comprehensive statistical information on the world rubber industry. Before joining the IRSG in January 2010, Dr. Evans had held several key positions such as Director of Synthetic Elastomers Ltd, Vice President of Shell Chemicals, Business Development Manager in Shell Fine Chemicals and Post Doctoral Research Scientist at Kew Royal Botanic Garden.