I'm an experienced CTO and developer with a strong track record in building startups and technology businesses, combining an entrepreneurial spirit with a business-focused mindset.
Currently seeking challenging contract or permanent roles to leverage my expertise in AI, high-growth tech, and distributed systems. I'm passionate about helping companies thrive, comfortable in boardrooms or customer-facing roles, and committed to continuous learning and mentoring.
Open to global opportunities and ready to make an impact.
A journey of building, leading, and innovating
Inovus Ltd
2020 – Present
Leading software engineering and AI strategy across the entire stack, building AI-powered connected medical simulations that train surgeons globally. Driving adoption of LLMs, machine learning, and intelligent automation across the product suite while leading and mentoring high-performing development teams.
Deloitte Digital, AI and Analytics
2019 – 2020
Lead developer and software architect designing and building large scale AI-driven traffic/rail simulations for government and public sector.
Captive Reality Ltd
2017 – Present
Freelance developer for companies such as Alpine Electronics, Asda/Walmart, designing and developing Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Wearable applications.
Vrtize Ltd
2016 – 2017
Founded a startup building a Virtual Reality Analytics and Advertising platform. Raised seed funding and built demo and MVP.
Secura Hosting Ltd
2001 – 2014
Built a cloud and managed services startup from the ground up to serve customers such as News International, Universal Pictures, ITV, thousands of UK Schools, Rocco Forte Hotels and more. Successfully sold to a private buyer in 2014.
Shared Knowledge Ltd
1996 – 2001
High growth hosting and managed services startup. Raised GBP£1m seed investment.
Waterside Press
1995 – 1996
Managed IT infrastructure and systems.
Designtalk Ltd
1993 – 1995
Designed and implemented network solutions.
Multilingual coder with strong technical and leadership capabilities
HND Information Technology
1992
O'Levels / A'Levels
1989
Elected Local Councillor – Welwyn Parish Council (2010 to present)
Chair of Finance, Vice Chair of Planning and Licensing Committee, Chair of local branch of Political Party (2025)
VR meetup coordinator • Guitarist • Blues Harmonica • Game Development • Virtual Reality Development
Open to challenging opportunities worldwide