An experienced business development, sales and marketing professional with a broad knowledge of the accounting (PwC, KPMG and HW Fisher), banking (Lloyds and Clydesdale) and legal (Ashton Legal, Attwaters Jameson Hill and Woodfines) sectors. He also has experience running his own consultancy and working as a business advisor in the region. Specialisms include strategy, client development, digital marketing and communications.

Technically and commercially astute, with a hands-on approach, experienced in leading on the retention of key existing clients and development of new business and partnerships.

Identified as a pragmatic and realistic team leader; described by others as a “good listener”, someone who “sees the big picture”, “full of ideas” and “a pleasure to work with”.