The Open University, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
The Open University is an expert in flexible higher education that fits around your working life.
We don’t make you choose between a degree and a salary – more than 70% of our students are in full or part time work, while four out of five FTSE 100 companies have funded staff on OU courses.
Employers including IBM, The Metropolitan Police, Unilever and many more recognise the value for money we provide, while students appreciate the range of affordable routes we offer. As a result, we are the largest academic institution in the UK, with nearly 200,000 current undergraduates, postgraduates and students on validated programmes - plus almost 1.
We don’t make you choose between a degree and a salary – more than 70% of our students are in full or part time work, while four out of five FTSE 100 companies have funded staff on OU courses.
Employers including IBM, The Metropolitan Police, Unilever and many more recognise the value for money we provide, while students appreciate the range of affordable routes we offer. As a result, we are the largest academic institution in the UK, with nearly 200,000 current undergraduates, postgraduates and students on validated programmes - plus almost 1.
The Open University Alumni
Mark Gill
Founder and owner at TM Network Solutions
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computing & IT and Business
Experience
TM Network Solutions February 2012 - Present
Tayler May Consulting May 2011 - Present
Epsilon Telecommunications July 2009 - January 2011
ECS (Epos Computing Solutions) 2006 - 2007
Getronics 2003 - 2006
Skills
Broadband, Management, Telecommunications, VoIP, Data Center, Wireless Networking, Cabling, Project Management, Satellite Communications, Wireless
Mark Gillett
Ford Resident Engineer Powertrain Midlands Rep at JLR Plants
Education
The Open University 1999 — 2003
Master's Degree, MMT - Manufacturing Management & Technology
Experience
Ford Motor Company August 2010 - Present
Skills
8D Problem Solving, Quality Management, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, DCP, Manufacturing, Green Belt Trainer, Automotive, APQP, Launch Planning & Work..., 6 Sigma BB, Process Engineering, FPS
Mark Gillham
Chief Executive at Mind in Harrow
Mental Health Care
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2006
Certificate in Management
Oxford University 1989 — 1991
Classics (Ancient Greek & Latin Languages, Literature, Modern Philosophy)
Experience
Mind in Harrow 2008 - Present
Mind in Harrow 2000 - 2008
Skills
Research, Program Development, Policy, Grant Writing, Psychology, Leadership, Mental Health, Charities, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Healthcare, Personal Development, Social Services, Volunteer Management, Training, Organizational..., Psychotherapy, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Treatment, Community Engagement, Non-profits, Community Development
Mark Gillooly
Manufacturing Team Leader in Operations at Abbott
Medical Devices
Education
The Open University 2003 — 2004
Master’s Degree, Management
University College Dublin 1995 — 1999
Bachelor’s Degree, BAgSc Engineering Technology
Experience
Abbott October 2005 - Present
Wyeth Medica Ireland Limited July 2004 - October 2005
Numico Infant Nutrician Group Ireland April 2000 - June 2004
Kepak Group October 1999 - April 2000
Skills
Class A, Infant Milk Formula, Medical Diagnostics, Cross-training, Validation, Operational Excellence, Aseptic Processing, EHS, GLP, CAPA, Mentoring, Lean Manufacturing, GMP, Cross Functional Team, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Capacity Management, Budget Management, FDA GMP, Tableting, Quality System, Change Control, Management, CIP, Spray Drying, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, HACCP
Mark Gingell
Principal Systems Engineer at MBDA
Defense & Space
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2012
Master of Science (MSc), Engineering
The Open University 2002 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Technology Management
Buckinghamshire College part of Brunel University 1992 — 1994
Diploma in Management Studies (DMS), Business Administration and Management, General
Thames Valley University 1989 — 1991
BTEC HNC, Electronic Engineering
Langley College 1986 — 1989
BTEC ONC, Electronic Engineering
Maidenhead College 1985 — 1986
City and Guilds, Mechanical Engineering and Process Engineering
Experience
MBDA July 2013 - Present
General Dynamics UK Limited 2009 - May 2013
General Dynamics UK Limited 2007 - 2009
General Dynamics UK Limited 2000 - 2007
Kidde Graviner 1996 - 2000
Kidde Graviner 1992 - 1996
Kidde Graviner 1986 - 1992
Skills
Technical Documentation, EMC compliance, Avionics, Defence, Microsoft Office, Equipment Qualification, Aerospace, Telelogic DOORS, Environmental..., Security Clearance, Verification, Military, Requirements Management
Mark Glaister
Retired
Higher Education
Education
The Open University 1989 — 1993
B.Sc., Computing
University of Essex 1986 — 1987
M.A., Literature
University of Hertfordshire 1983 — 1986
B.A. (Hons), Literature & Philosohpy
Experience
none September 2015 - Present
The Open University January 2012 - September 2015
Open University February 2009 - January 2012
Grant Thornton July 2004 - December 2008
Northgate Information Solutions 2001 - 2004
Skills
E-Learning, Governance, Business Process..., Knowledge Management, Public Sector, Project Delivery, Business Transformation, Performance Management, PRINCE2, Change Management, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Planning, PMO, Project Portfolio..., Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Business Intelligence
Mark Goodson
Business Consultant
Professional Training & Coaching
Education
Oxford Brookes University 2010 — 2011
Postgraduate Certificate, Coaching & Mentoring Practice
The Open University 2009 — 2010
Exploring Psychology - DSE212, Distinction
The University of Manchester 1980 — 1983
Honours, Physics
Experience
Social Incubator East July 2014 - Present
Mark Goodson Associates Ltd July 2009 - Present
Cambridge Judge Business School January 2014 - Present
Skills
EDA, Product Development, Business Development, Coaching, Mentoring, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Product Management, International Sales, Consumer Electronics, Go-to-market Strategy, Product Marketing, Wireless, Training, Social Ventures, Negotiation, Start-ups, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Strategy, CRM, Entrepreneurship, ASIC, Management, Business Strategy, Sales Management, Sales, Sales Process, Semiconductors
Mark Grayson Wood
Marketing Manager at Weir Power & Industrial
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2004
MA, Marketing
Chartered Institute of Marketing 1984 — 1987
Dip M, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Experience
Weir Power & Industrial 2010 - Present
M&I Materials Ltd 2005 - 2010
Brush Turbogenerators 1999 - 2005
Leeds Metropolitan University 1994 - 1999
Cegelec Industrial Controls Ltd February 1988 - April 1994
D Anderson & Son Ltd February 1983 - February 1988
Skills
Key Account Management, Power Generation, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Product Management, Market Research, Strategy, Private Pilot SEP, Business Development, Marketing, New Business Development, Sales Management, Business Strategy, Account Management, Project Management, Engineering, Product Development, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, International Sales, Product Marketing
Mark Grindrod
Project Manager at BNP Paribas
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2011
BSc (Hon) Computing and Systems Practice, Computing and ICT
Experience
BNP Paribas May 2014 - Present
SABMiller September 2012 - April 2014
SABMiller March 2012 - August 2012
Atomic Weapons Establishment August 2011 - February 2012
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Services June 2007 - August 2011
BT Fresca March 2007 - June 2007
Royal Air Force February 2001 - May 2007
Skills
Service Management, Service Delivery, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, IT Management, ITIL, Business Analysis, Project Delivery, Testing, Solution Architecture, IT Strategy, IT Operations, SDLC, Stakeholder Management, Problem Management, PRINCE2, IT Service Management, Management, Project Management, Incident Management
Mark Gwilt BA (Open) MCMI MSET
Senior Instructor at H.M.Forces
Military
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Certificate French (Open)
The Open University 2008 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Diploma German
The Open University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Languages
The Open University
Certificate German (Open)
Experience
HM Forces January 2015 - Present
HM Forces January 2015 - Present
H.M.Forces January 2015 - Present
Mark Hammond
Joint Managing Director at T C Harrison Group
Automotive
Education
The University of Sheffield 1978 — 1981
LL.B, Law, 2.1
The Open University 2002 — 2004
M.Sc, Psychology
The Open University 1999 — 2002
BA, Psychology, 2.1
The University of Sheffield 1978 — 1981
Law
Experience
T C Harrison Group June 2011 - Present
TCH Leasing January 2006 - July 2011
TCH Leasing June 1987 - December 2005
Hawsons Chartered Accountants September 1981 - June 1987
Skills
Customer Retention, Business Strategy, Business Development, Team Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Change Management, Business Planning, Automotive Aftermarket, Pricing, Automobile, Dealers, Customer Service, Sales Management, Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Strategy, B2B, Finance, Sales Process, Profit, Management, Fleet Management, Contract Hire, New Business Development, Parts, Operations Management, Forecasting, Team Building, Automotive, Account Management, Vehicles, Purchasing, Key Account Management
Mark Hardiman
Trainee Counselling Psychologist at NCH&C
Hospital & Health Care
Education
University of East London 2010 — 2014
Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, Counselling Psychology
University of East Anglia 2008 — 2009
Master of Health Research, Health Research, Distinction
The Open University 2006 — 2008
BSc(Hons), Psychology, First Class Honours
Experience
Norfolk Community Health and Care September 2010 - Present
Norfolk Community Health and Care November 2008 - September 2010
Norfolk & Norwich University NHS Trust November 2008 - September 2010
Norfolk Community Health and Care January 2007 - November 2008
B-eat January 2007 - January 2008
Nationwide Building Society March 1986 - December 2006
Mark Hardy
Chairman at Warwick Analytics
Venture Capital & Private Equity
Education
The Open University 1982 — 1986
MSc
Experience
Capula December 2014 - Present
Warwick Analytics July 2013 - Present
Titanius Ltd July 2013 - Present
PlayITsound January 2011 - July 2014
PlayPower, Inc. June 2006 - July 2013
Federation of Sports and Play Associations October 2009 - May 2013
Rockwell Automation October 1996 - April 2006
Tritec Systems Limited 1988 - 1996
Siemens plc 1985 - 1988
Skills
Start-ups, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Automation, Product Management, Management, Sales Management, Change Management, Product Marketing, International Sales, Key Account Management, Strategy, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Project Management, Coaching, Process Automation, Analytics, Sales Operations, Mergers & Acquisitions, Engineering, New Business Development, Product Development
Mark Hartree
Capability Mananger, Support and Test Solutions
Defense & Space
Education
The Open University 2003 — 2009
BSc (Open), Maths and Nanotechnology
Cranfield University 1997 — 1998
Fellowship in Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Management
National Vocational Qualifications 1996 — 1996
NVQ3, Engineering Installing and Commissioning
Abertay University 1993 — 1996
MBA (with distinction), Business
Mountain Leadership Training Board 1989 — 1992
ML (Summer and Winter), MIA and MIC, ML (Summer and Winter), MIA and MIC
Experience
Selex ES January 2014 - Present
SELEX-ES Ltd June 2009 - January 2014
Selex Galileo March 2007 - June 2009
BAE Systems January 2001 - March 2007
Altran June 1999 - November 2000
Crown Cork & Seal September 1997 - June 1999
Royal Air Force 1993 - 1996
Royal Air Force 1989 - 1993
Royal Air Force 1983 - 1989
Skills
Space Systems, Change Management, Systems Engineering, Team Leadership, Project Management, Spacecraft, Requirements Management, Integration, Avionics, Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Project Planning, Ministry Of Defence, Defense, Satellite Communications, Aeronautics, UAV, Sensors, System Design, Lean Manufacturing, Electronics, Requirements Analysis, Air Force, Command, Aircraft, Aviation, Proposal Writing, Military Experience, Risk Management, Program Management, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., MOD, Military, Electronic Warfare, Operational Planning, Aircraft Maintenance, Engineering, Security Clearance, Engineering Management, Satellite, Aerospace, Radar, Process Improvement, Helicopters, Earned Value Management, Defence, R&D, Product Development, Six Sigma
Mark Haslam
Engineering Manager at Indesit Company
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 1994 — 1998
Master of Science (MS), Manufacturing Management and Technology
Experience
Indesit Company January 2011 - Present
Indesit Company April 1999 - January 2011
Skills
Editing, Customer Service, HTML, Teaching, Outlook, Java, Research, C++, C, Negotiation, Windows, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Photoshop, Public Speaking
Mark Hawthorne
Director at Mark Hawthorne & Associates
Automotive
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2003
Batchelor of Science
Royal School, Armagh, Northern Ireland
Bachelor's degree, Electromechanical Engineering
Experience
Mark Hawthorne & Associates February 2012 - Present
Afton Chemical July 2004 - February 2012
Prodrive March 2000 - July 2004
Tickford Powertrain 1999 - 2004
Skills
New Business Development, Management, Business Development, Automobile, Lean Manufacturing, Global extertise, Team Management, Mechanical Engineering, Indepenantly validated..., Motorsports, Product Management, SPC, R&D, Powertrain, Manufacturing..., Vehicles, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Six Sigma, Product Development, Process Engineering, CAD, Engineering Management, Design of Experiments, Kaizen, Automotive Engineering, Fuel, Engineering, ISO, Manufacturing, Automotive, Testing, 5S, Negotiation, Program Management, Quality Management, Business Strategy, FMEA, Team Leadership, Change Management
Mark Head
Specialist in Transactional Analysis Helping you gain a better understanding of yourself and others
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
Middlesex University 2009 — 2011
Master of Science (MSc), Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy
The Open University 1991 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology, 2:1
Experience
The Link Centre May 2004 - Present
Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice January 1999 - Present
West Kent College September 2002 - July 2004
Skills
Staff Development, Wellness, Personal Development, Workshops, Mindfulness, Psychological Assessment, Mental Health, Life Transitions, Wellbeing, Group Therapy, Self-esteem, Training, Coaching, Counseling Psychology, Meditation, Stress Management, Clinical Supervision, Psychotherapy, Therapists, Emotional Intelligence, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Stress
Mark Heffernan
Facility Management at South Dublin County Council
Government Administration
Education
Institute of Technology, Sligo 2012 — 2014
PgD in Env Protection, Environmental Science
Institute of Technology, Sligo 2012 — 2015
MSc Environmental Protection, Environmental Science
The Open University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Hons, Environmental Science, Hons
Athlone Institute of Technology 1992 — 1994
Diploma, Civil Engineering
Experience
South Dublin County Council October 1998 - Present
MH Surveys June 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Waste, Contract Management, Sustainability, Project Planning, Program Management, Civil Engineering, Policy Analysis, Water, Microsoft Office, Waste Management, Environmental Impact..., Construction, Research, Environmental Compliance, GIS, Project Management, Recycling, Environmental..., Management, Report Writing, Environmental..., Strategic Planning
Mark Herron BSc
Customer Services Manager at Baker Perkins
Machinery
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2010
Batchelor of Science, Business and Technology
Experience
Baker Perkins August 2008 - Present
Fords Packaging Systems Ltd 1990 - 1994
Skills
Technical Support, Operations Management, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Commissioning, Training, Manufacturing, Testing, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Six Sigma, Product Development
Mark Hine
Design Draughtsman
Design
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2013
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), 2:1
Experience
Hine Design Limited January 2010 - Present
Scena Productions October 2003 - December 2009
Skills
3D Visualization, Visitor Attractions, Shopfitting, Family Entertainment..., Interiors, Themed Entertainment, Engineering Drawings, Design Draughtsman, Theatre, 3D Modeling, Aquariums, AutoCAD, Architectural Steelwork, Structural Steelwork, CAD, Concept Design, Construction Drawings, Events, Bespoke Joinery, Exhibitions, Construction, Metalwork Fabrication, Museums, Scenic Setting Out, Design Drawings, Stage, CNC Router, Themeparks, Joinery Setting Out, Design Management, Cutting Sheets, Project Coordination, CAD technician, Drawing
Mark Hines
IT Director at Alstom Group
Information Technology and Services
Education
University of Leeds 1979 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Physics
The University of Salford 1985 — 1988
Master of Science (MSc), Acoustic Engineering
The Open University 1997 — 1999
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Technology Management
Experience
Alstom Group 2012 - Present
Alstom Group 2009 - 2012
Alstom Group 2007 - 2009
Alstom Power 2006 - 2007
Alstom Power 2003 - 2006
Alstom Power 2001 - 2003
Alstom Power 1992 - 2001
Enterprise Oil 1987 - 1992
British Coal 1982 - 1987
Skills
Restructuring, ITIL, Legal Issues, Six Sigma, Public Speaking, Change Management, PMI, Global Deployment, Technical Presentations, COBIT, Leadership, Outsourcing, IT Outsourcing, IT Management, Communication, IT Strategy, Business Process, PMO, Processes Development, Strategy, Project Management, Risk Management, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Multi-Cultural Team..., Application Portfolio..., Governance, High Performance Teams, PMO set-up, Strategic Planning, Co-sourcing
Mark Hipkiss
Lead Field Service Engineer KSA Typhoon
Airlines/Aviation
Education
The Open University 1994 — 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) (Hon), Enginering
The Open University 1994 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS)(Hon), Environmental Studies
The Open University 1994 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Open), Open
Experience
GE Aviation October 2014 - Present
GE Aviation September 2011 - February 2012
GE Aviation November 2006 - September 2011
BOWE 2004 - 2005
BAE Systems 1997 - 2004
Royal Air Force January 1983 - January 1997
Skills
Military, Aircraft Design, Aerospace, Lean Manufacturing, Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation, Maintenance & Repair, Six Sigma, Helicopters, Systems Engineering, Defense, Defence, Aeronautics, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering Management, Aircraft, Engineering, Airworthiness, Avionics, Aerospace Engineering
Mark Hirst
Windows Azure Practice Lead at ICS Solutions
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2013
BSc (Honours) Open, (Environmental Chemistry, Interaction Design, Creative Writing, Designing Databases)
University of Plymouth 1981 — 1984
Environmental Chemistry
Experience
ICS Solutions September 2010 - Present
Skills
Visual Studio, E-on Vue, Microsoft Technologies, .NET, SaaS, SharePoint, Amateur Radio, Microsoft SQL Server, ASP.NET, Poser, Cinema 4D, C#, Web Development, Objective-C, Solution Architecture, CSS, LINQ, HTML, Windows Azure, WinForms, Cloud Computing, Mac OS, Software Development
Mark Hogarth
Business Analyst at Piramal Healthcare UK
Pharmaceuticals
Education
MTC Training, Sunderland 2013 — 2013
PRINCE2 Practitioner
The Open University 1990 — 1992
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Newcastle Polytechnic 1987 — 1998
HNC Chemistry
The University of Manchester 1980 — 1984
BSc, Zoology
Experience
Piramal Healthcare UK September 2001 - Present
Pfizer October 1999 - September 2001
Monsanto March 1998 - October 1999
Monsanto March 1991 - March 1998
Searle April 1988 - March 1991
Searle March 1985 - April 1988
Skills
SharePoint, Project Management, Pharmaceutical Industry, Process Improvement, IT Project & Program..., Apple OS, Microsoft Office, FDA, Microsoft Operating..., Microsoft SQL Server, Change Control, GMP, Validation, 21 CFR Part 11, Change Management, GLP, SAP-SD, Crystal Reports, Business Application..., Business Process
Mark Hopewell
Seeking a role as a Technical Author
Writing and Editing
Education
Sheffield Hallam University 2011 — 2014
Master's Degree, Technical Communication, with Merit
University of Worcester 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (Hons), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
The Open University 1997 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Information Technology and Computing
The Open University 2000 — 2002
Diploma in Higher Education, Information Technology
The Open University 1997 — 1998
Certificate in Natural Sciences, Natural Sciences
Experience
Thornbury Nursing and The Guild May 2006 - Present
VT Merlin/BBC World Service September 2002 - August 2004
Skills
Embedded Systems, Technical Documentation, Amateur Radio, Microsoft Certified..., Software Defined Radio, Research, Embedded Linux, Network Communications, Registered Nurses, Radio Broadcasting
Mark Hosford
Currently seeking new opportunities
Printing
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2018
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
British Printing Industries Federation 2004 — 2006
Advanced Apprenticeship, Machine Printing
Leeds College of Technology 2004 — 2006
NVQ Level 3, Machine Printing
Leeds College of Technology 2004 — 2006
City & Guilds Certificates, Graphic Communications
Colchester Sixth Form College 2000 — 2003
A Levels, Business Studies, I.C.T, Electronics
Experience
Earls Colne Airfield 2007 - Present
Polestar 2004 - Present
Virgin Megastore 2003 - 2004
Little Chef 2000 - 2003
Skills
Communication, High Pressure Situations, Printing, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Teamwork
Mark Housby
Highway Information Asset Manager at Hampshire County Council
Government Administration
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2007
Certificate, Natural Sciences
University of Portsmouth 2001 — 2002
Certificate, Public Sector Management
University of Winchester 1979 — 1982
First Degree, History with Associated Archaeology, Upper Second
City of Leicester Boys Grammar School 1971 — 1978
Thurnby Lodge Junior School 1964 — 1971
Experience
Hampshire County Council 2005 - Present
Hampshire County Council 1996 - 2005
Time Team Big Dig 2003 - 2003
Hampshire County Council 1990 - 1996
Hampshire County Council 1987 - 1990
University of Winchester September 1984 - April 1987
Trust for Wessex Archaeology October 1983 - December 1984
Winchester City Council January 1984 - May 1984
Humberside County Council July 1982 - November 1982
University of Winchester (King Alfred's College) May 1982 - June 1982
Skills
Highways, Surveying, Civil Engineering, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Sustainability, Government, Photography, Information Management, Social Media, Fundraising, Team Management, Project Delivery, Geology, Editing, Construction, Change Management, Archaeology, Training, Local Government, Stakeholder Management, Business Transformation, Project Management, Line Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Service Improvement, Climate Change, History, Training Delivery, Operations Management, Geography, Charities, PRINCE2, Road, GIS, Management, Public Sector, Research, Program Management, Governance, Proofreading, Private Sector, Report Writing, Community Engagement, Social Housing, Business Case, Policy, Transportation Planning, Contract Management, Budget Monitoring
Mark Howsen
Commercial Development Director EMEA at Sony Computer Entertainment Europe
Consumer Electronics
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2003
MBA, Business
The University of Huddersfield 1989 — 1993
BA (Hons), French
Experience
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe April 2012 - Present
Sony Computer Entertainment UK February 2007 - April 2012
Sony Computer Entertainment UK June 2004 - February 2007
Sony Computer Entertainment UK October 1999 - June 2004
Reebok January 1995 - October 1999
Skills
Management, Mobile Devices, International..., Marketing Management, ESD control, Digital Media, Consumer Electronics, B2B, Business Strategy, Digital Marketing, Product Management, Account Management, Sales, Digital Strategy, Business Development, Analytics, Trade Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Pricing Strategy, Advertising, Team Management, International Business..., Licensing, Brand Development, E-commerce, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Retail, Retail Category..., Retail Sales, Brainstorm Facilitation, Pricing strategy, Strategy
Mark Hucker
Programme Director
Government Administration
Education
The Open University 1996 — 1998
Management
Experience
Rural Cambs Citizens Advice Bureau Ltd February 2012 - Present
MIH Assoc. July 2011 - Present
Local Government Group September 2007 - June 2011
IDeA 2003 - 2007
Audit Commission September 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Contract Management, Local Government, Leadership, Performance Improvement, Project Delivery, Culture Change, Leadership Development, Business Process..., Management Consulting, Team Building, Public Sector, Strategy, Training, Program Management, Knowledge Management, Coaching, Change Management, Charities, Outsourcing, Government, Workshop Facilitation, Management, Project Management, Policy, Organizational..., PRINCE2, Procurement
Mark Hunsley
Owner at Hunsley Consulting
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2005
BSc(Hons), Computing
Experience
DGSATech Limited January 2004 - Present
Hunsley Consulting January 1995 - Present
Thru Transport Systems Intl Ltd February 1992 - August 1997
OOCL August 1981 - January 1992
Skills
Training, Business Process, Transportation, Logistics, Project Planning, Management, Software Development, Business Analysis, Business Development, Negotiation, Integration, Shipping, Operations Management
Mark Hunter
Senior Manager Data Centre Operations
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2016
BA Business Studies
Experience
PADDYPOWER August 2013 - Present
Betfair October 2010 - May 2013
pocket kings August 2009 - December 2010
Cable & Wireless October 2008 - August 2009
Cable & Wireless November 2005 - October 2008
Energis April 2004 - November 2005
Energis April 2001 - April 2004
Royal Navy March 1988 - April 2001
Skills
Data Center, Management, Cloud Computing, Staff Development, ITIL, Servers, Cisco Technologies, Business Transformation, Business Relationship..., Security, Business Continuity, Benefit Cost Analysis, Infrastructure, Strategic Planning, Service Delivery, Project Management, Service Management, Data Centre Architecture, Outsourcing, Problem Solving, PRINCE2, Managed Services, Team Management, Virtualization, Major Incident..., IT Service Management, Hardware, IT Operations, IT Management, Disaster Recovery, Vendor Management, Business Process, Unix, Business Continuity..., Sla, VMware, HP, IT Strategy, Troubleshooting, Decision Analysis
Mark Hylton
Senior Administrator IT Services at University of Oxford
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, History, First Class Honours
Oxford Learning Institute at University of Oxford 2009 — 2010
Developing Leadership & Management Practice
State University of New York College at Buffalo 2007 — 2008
Master's Degree, Creativity
University of Plymouth 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Early Jurassic micropalaeontology & environmental change, PhD Awarrded
University of Wales, Aberystwyth 1993 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science & Geology, First Class Honours
Oxford Brookes University 1991 — 1993
Certificate of Higher Education, Computer Science & Electronics
Experience
University of Oxford December 2012 - Present
University of Oxford July 2008 - November 2012
University of Oxford July 2008 - November 2012
Independent Creative Facilitator/Trainer May 2007 - September 2009
Liverpool John Moores University April 2007 - January 2008
EPSRC September 1999 - April 2007
University of Plymouth August 1996 - August 1999
University of Oxford September 1989 - August 1993
Skills
Change Management, Project Planning, Data Analysis, Proposal Writing, Higher Education, Research, Management, Leadership, Analysis, Coaching, Line Management, Training, Strategy, Product Development, Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Government, Program Management, Project Management, Science
Mark Ian Plumridge
Senior Test Analyst at Aviva plc
Insurance
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2005
Dip Comp (Open), Computing and IT
Experience
Aviva January 2003 - Present
Skills
Defect Tracking, Agile Methodologies, Waterfall, Test Execution, BDD, Integration Testing, Test Planning, Test Management, User Acceptance Testing, Microsoft Office, Quality Center, System Testing, ISEB Certified, ISEB, Selenium, SoapUI, Manual Testing, XML, V-Model, Testing
Mark Ireland
IT Specialist at IBM Global Business Services; leading technical teams in the delivery of IT solutions
Information Technology and Services
Education
Firebrand Training 2015 — 2015
TOGAF 9.1 Certification, TOGAF
General On the job Training 2000 — 2014
The Open University
Certificate in Information Technology and Computing
The Open University
Certificates in Web Applications Development: HTML and JavaScript
Experience
IBM Global Services 2005 - Present
IBM, Great 2004 - 2005
IBM, Great 2001 - 2004
SEMA Outsourcing Ltd 1997 - 2001
SE Technologies 1996 - 1997
Chemring 1989 - 1996
Woods Computer Services 1987 - 1989
Skills
Troubleshooting, Security Clearance, Solaris, Integration, ClearCase, Windows, Enterprise Architecture, Rational Team Concert, Requirements Management, System Administration, ClearQuest, Perl, Applications..., IT Service Management, WebSphere Application..., Testing, Rational CLM, Team Leadership, Linux, Rational Quality Manager, Hardware, Servers, Operating Systems, AIX, Unix, IBM AIX, Consulting, Red Hat Linux, Technical Writing, TOGAF, DB2, Disaster Recovery, Project Coordination, Enterprise, Unix Shell Scripting, Configuration Management, Databases, Programming
Mark Jacques MCIPS
Buyer at Bellrock FM
Facilities Services
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2017
leadership & Management
Longslade community college
Loughborough College
Experience
Bellrock Property & Facilities Management May 2014 - Present
Bellrock Property & Facilities Management April 2013 - Present
Skills
Project Planning, Purchasing, Facilities Management, Contract Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Management, Negotiation
Mark Jamieson
Engineer at GE Oil and Gas
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2014
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Upper Second-class Honours (2.1)
Arbroath College 1999 — 2003
HNC, Engineering Practice
Angus Training Group 1998 — 2002
Modern apprenticeship, Mechanical fitting
Experience
GE Oil & Gas July 2015 - Present
GE Oil & Gas January 2005 - June 2015
GE Oil & Gas August 2002 - December 2004
GE Oil & Gas August 1998 - July 2002
Skills
Oil/Gas, Offshore Drilling, Oilfield, Subsea Engineering, Instrumentation, Commissioning, Oil & Gas Industry, Onshore
Mark Jardine
Sales Development Manager at Canon UK
Information Technology and Services
Education
Oct 2005University of Cape Town, Graduate School of Business 2005 — 2005
The Open University
BSc, Environmental Science
Experience
Canon Business Solutions (UK) October 2007 - Present
Pause (South Africa) February 2005 - August 2007
Cosi Distribution (South Africa) November 1998 - February 2005
Introstat (Pty) Ltd (South Africa) April 1995 - October 1997
Skills
Solution Selling, Customer Service, Managed Print Services, Sales, B2B, Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Salesforce.com, Selling, Management, Marketing, Sales Process, Cold Calling, Business Development, Product Marketing, Team Management, New Business Development, Account Management, Direct Sales, Channel, Business Planning, Budgets, Key Account Management, Data Management, SaaS, Forecasting
Mark Jarrett
Technical Manager/Engineering Director BSc (Hons) Dip Mgmt (Open) CEng MIET
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 1996 — 1998
Professional Diploma in Management, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Southampton 1983 — 1986
BSc Hons Electronic Engineering, Electronic Engineering
Experience
Erizo Engineering Ltd September 2013 - Present
Jacobs Engineering October 2010 - September 2013
Force Protection September 2010 - November 2011
Sula Systems Ltd January 2000 - October 2010
Matra Marconi Space UK October 1997 - December 1999
MOD Procurement Executive March 1997 - October 1997
British Aerospace Space System Ltd December 1988 - March 1997
Marconi Electronic Devices Ltd September 1982 - December 1988
Skills
RF, Issue Resolution, Defense, Military Vehicles, Technical Assurance, Defence Systems..., Design Review Lead, Radiometry, Project Management, Report Writing, Defence, Systems Design, Systems Engineering, Integration, RF Engineering, Project Assurance, Verification and..., Security Clearance, Research and..., Requirements Management, Chartered Engineer, Microwave, Program Management, Risk Assessment, Defence Procurement, Technology Management, Space Systems, Technical Risk..., Board Level, Engineering Management, Ministry Of Defence, Satellite..., Independent Technical..., System Design, Professional Mentoring, Armoured Fighting..., Engineering, Bid Preparation
Mark Jarvis
Managing Director at World Textile Information Network
Information Services
Education
The Open University 1990 — 1992
MBA
University of Bradford 1981 — 1985
Bsc Hons
St George's College, Weybridge 1975 — 1981
Experience
British Textile Machinery Association February 2008 - Present
World Textile Information Network June 2006 - Present
InTechnology plc June 2002 - June 2006
Creative Convergence September 1998 - May 2002
Sony 1996 - 1998
Publicis 1990 - 1996
Poulters 1987 - 1990
Charles Walls Advertising 1985 - 1987
Skills
Product Development, New Business Development, Business Development, Business Planning, Business Strategy, International Business, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Strategy, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Management, Market Research, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Sales Management, International Sales
Mark Jefferies
Manager Research at Asset Risk Consultants
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2009
BSc, Mathematics, Computer Science
Guernsey Grammar School 1987 — 1994
Experience
Asset Risk Consultants March 2015 - Present
VEGA FINANCIAL SERVICES LIMITED April 2009 - Present
EY March 2011 - January 2015
Aviva Investors August 2010 - March 2011
Citisoft January 2008 - August 2010
Credit Suisse November 2006 - August 2007
Close Brothers Asset Management August 2006 - October 2006
HSBC Securities January 2005 - August 2006
RBC January 2003 - December 2004
Grant Thornton July 2000 - December 2002
Skills
Business Architecture, Business Analysis, Process Modeling, Operating Models, Financial Modeling, Fund Administration, Auditing, Business Process..., Asset Management, Project Management, Investments, Accounting, Financial Risk, Mutual Funds
Mark Johnstone CMILT
International Logistics General Manager (Trade Compliance / Project Director PMIPrince2/ Lean 6Sigma BlackBelt )
International Trade and Development
Education
The Open University
Bachelor of Science (BS)
The Open University 2002 — 2004
Experience
Jovian Consulting Solutions November 2013 - July 2014
S2S Group June 2012 - November 2013
EIRAD Trading & Contracting Co Ltd April 2011 - June 2012
Hellmanns Logistics (HPL Division) October 2007 - March 2011
Sugatsune UK Ltd September 2005 - October 2007
Seko WorldwideLogitic July 2004 - September 2005
Expeditors International of Washington February 1999 - July 2004
Skills
Project Management, Program Management, Proposal Writing, Team Building, Business Planning, Logistics Management, Cross-functional Team..., 3PL, Global Sourcing, Systems Engineering, Operations Management, Management Consulting, Warehousing, PRINCE2, Cost Reduction, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Warehouse Management, Import/Export, Contract Negotiation, Project Management Plan, Start-ups, System administration, Contract Management, Sourcing, CRM, Photography, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Logistics, Supply Chain..., ERP, Business Development, Supply Chain Management, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Leadership, Music, Transportation, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Team Management, P&L Management, International Logistics, Product Development, Technical Writing, New Business Development, Shipping, Procurement
Mark Jordan Dip Des Inn (Open)
Engineer
Industrial Automation
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2016
BEng, Design and Innovation
Swindon College 2013 — 2014
Course, Level 3 - 2D Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
The Open University 2013 — 2014
Diploma in Design and Innovation, Sustainability
The Open University 2011 — 2012
Ceritifcate in Mathematics, Engineering
University College Northampton 1989 — 1991
Certificate of, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Experience
Royal Mail January 2013 - Present
Royal Mail April 1995 - January 2013
Royal Mail August 1991 - April 1995
Royal Navy June 1988 - August 1988
Skills
Kaizen, Control Systems Design, Process Engineering, Safety Management..., Commissioning, Warehouse Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electricians, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, 5S, SCADA, Maintenance Management, Root Cause Analysis, Preventive Maintenance, Real-time Control..., Risk Assessment, Process Improvement, WMS, Automation, Process Automation
Mark Junkin
IT Network Engineer (SC Cleared)
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2014
MSc, Advanced Networking
University of Sunderland 2002 — 2005
BSc (Hons), Computer Systems Engineering
City of Sunderland College 2000 — 2002
A Level, Computing
City of Sunderland College 2000 — 2002
A Level, Business Studies
Experience
De La Rue August 2015 - Present
NHS September 2013 - August 2015
National Health Service January 2008 - September 2013
twenty4help August 2006 - January 2008
twenty4help November 2005 - August 2006
Skills
ITIL, WSUS, VPN, Team Leadership, Active Directory, Motivation, MCSA + Messaging, Network Security, Network Administration, CCNP Certified, Customer Satisfaction, Windows 7, IT Service Management, Sla, Citrix, Group Policy, XP, Windows Server, SC Security Cleared, Customer Service, Microsoft Exchange, Apple, WAN, VMware Infrastructure, Service Delivery, BGP, ITIL Certified, vSphere, ILM, Checkpoint, Servers, Cisco Certified, Windows XP, Microsoft Certified..., Incident Management, Service Desk, Checkpoint Security, LAN
Mark Kent
Manager at UK Construction Parts Ltd
Construction
Education
The Open University 1998 — 1999
Environmental Science
Tendring Technology College 1981 — 1986
Rolph primary school 1974 — 1981
Experience
UK Construction Parts Ltd -spare parts for diggers dumpers backhoes and mini excavators April 2012 - Present
East Anglia's largest used construction equipment company November 2000 - February 2012
James macdonald farms May 1985 - November 2000
Skills
Environmental Awareness, web design, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Management, Budgets, Inventory Management, Sales, New Business Development, Procurement, Construction, Purchasing, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Word, Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Purchase Management, Project Management, Operations Management, Sustainability
Mark Kerry
Engineering and Energy Manager at P.Waddnigton and Co LLP
Environmental Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) (Honours), Mechanical Engineering and Sustainable Design and Innovation, 2:1
Bradford College 1991 — 1996
City & Guilds Engineering Systems Maintenance Part 3,Careers structure scheme qualified Technician, Mechanical Engineering, Merit
Experience
P.Waddnigton and Co LLP May 2006 - Present
P.waddington and co ltd September 2003 - May 2006
MJK Engineering July 2002 - September 2003
Low Mill Wool Processing March 2000 - September 2003
The Haworth Scouring Company October 1990 - July 2000
Skills
Operations Management, Team Building, Lean Manufacturing, Energy Efficiency, Problem Solving, Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Budget Control, Manufacturing, Management, Project Engineering, Energy Management, Change Management, Health & Safety, Continuous Improvement
Mark Kirby
Head of eCommerce Services at Spicers
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 1993 — 2001
BSc (Hons), Social Policy
The Open University 1993 — 2001
Diploma, Applied Social Science
Experience
Spicers September 2013 - Present
Spicers May 2012 - September 2013
Multisys Computers Ltd November 2011 - May 2012
Spicers March 2004 - September 2011
Spicers August 2000 - March 2004
Skills
Negotiation, Project Management, B2B, Contract Negotiation, E-commerce, Key Account Management, Training, New Business Development, Salesforce.com, Sales Process, Account Management, Management, Sales, Pricing, Business Development, Direct Sales, Sales Management
Mark Ladocha
Senior Project Manager at Wood Mitchell Building Group
Construction
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, Pass, Merit
The University of Huddersfield 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, Engineering Design Mechanical, 2:1
Huddersfield New College 1992 — 1994
A-levels, 3 A-level Passes
St Davids School, Huddersfield 1987 — 1992
GCSE: Maths, Physics, Biology, French, English Lang, English Lit, Art, Technical Drawing, 5 A's, 2 B's, 1 C
St Davids, Huddersfield
Experience
Wood Mitchell Building Group September 2014 - Present
Envicon Ltd March 2009 - August 2014
City District Ltd October 2010 - May 2013
LLB Investments Ltd April 2010 - April 2013
David Brown Gear Systems Limited November 2008 - March 2009
Operon November 2007 - October 2008
OPERON January 2005 - November 2007
Cummins Turbo Technologies January 2003 - January 2005
Cummins Turbo Technologies January 2000 - December 2002
Bertrandt Engineering Services August 1999 - January 2000
Skills
Business Planning, Business Process, Engineering, Procurement, Strategic Planning, Pre-construction, Entrepreneurship, Training, Project Management, Construction Safety, Business Development, Mechanical Engineering, Program Management, Construction, Project Planning, Commercial Management, Integration, Management, Construction Management
Mark Laing
Head Coach at Cupar and District Swimming Club
Sports
Education
The Open University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Hons, Social Policy and Politics
Beath Senior High School, Cowdenbeath
Experience
Cupar and District Swimming Club November 2012 - Present
Fife Constabulary November 1979 - February 2012
Skills
English, Coaching, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Sports, Teaching, Event Management, Management
Mark Lambley
Detective Sergeant National Child Abuse Investigation Unit at Police Scotland
Law Enforcement
Education
Heriot-Watt University 2008 — 2010
Diploma in Leadership and Management
The Open University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Chemistry
Robert Gordon University 1989 — 1991
HND in Chemistry
Experience
Police Scotland January 2015 - Present
Police Scotland May 2007 - Present
Intertek April 2006 - April 2007
Grampian Police February 1997 - April 2006
SGS February 1993 - February 1997
Core Laboratories 1992 - 1993
Skills
FPSO, Oil/Gas, Quality Control, Laboratory, Oil & Gas Industry, Analytical Chemistry, Upstream, Investigation, Management, Offshore Drilling, Commissioning, Petroleum, Risk Assessment, Construction, Chemistry, Supervisory Skills, Analysis, Onshore, Pressure Vessels
Mark Lanigan
Dog Handler at Bulwark Group
Security and Investigations
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2017
Psychology and Counselling, Psychology and Counselling
North Glasgow College 1987 — 1991
HND, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
Experience
Bulwark Group 2012 - Present
OFC Security Services January 2005 - Present
1LBM Security Services April 1999 - August 2006
1st Access Security January 1994 - April 1999
Skills
Crisis Management, Reconnaissance, Personal Security, Security Management, Weapons, Corporate Security, Close Protection, Executive Protection, Dog Handler, Security, CCTV, Private Investigations, Security Audits, First Aid, Project Management, Tactics, Emergency Management, Team Leadership, Security Consulting, Electrical and..., Security Event..., Crowd Control, Training, Asset Protection, Intrusion Detection, Private Security, Security Training, Event Security, Access Control, Customer Service, Security, Operations Management, Fire Safety, Security Incident &..., Physical Security, Public Safety, Fire Alarm, Vulnerability Assessment, Security Awareness, Security Operations, Personal Protection, Risk Assessment, Surveillance, Alarm Systems, Counterterrorism, Intelligence Analysis, Contingency Planning, Protection
Mark Latimer
Insurance Remediation Manager at Home Retail Group PLC
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Strodes School, Egham 1966 — 1971
Experience
Home Retail Group PLC May 2014 - Present
Draycott Resourcing (Contracts) Ltd June 2010 - Present
Lloyds Banking Group June 2013 - May 2014
Barclays January 2013 - May 2013
Barclays November 2012 - December 2012
MBNA April 2012 - October 2012
Lloyds Banking Group November 2011 - March 2012
Royal Bank of Scotland November 2010 - October 2011
Huntswood 2001 - 2011
FOS 2009 - 2010
Skills
Complaint Management, TCF, Insurance, Business Analysis, Financial Services, PRINCE2, Change Management, Stakeholder Management, Management Consulting, Call Centers, Operations Management, Performance Management, Business Transformation, Training, Retail Banking, Relationship Management, People Management, Financial Risk, Operational Risk, Complaint Handling, Risk Management, Management, Banking, Outsourcing, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Leadership, Team Management, Quality Assurance, Project Delivery, Customer Experience, Governance, Project Management, Pensions
Mark Launchbury
Head of Psychology Newark Academy
Education Management
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2011
Master's Degree, Research Methodologies Qualitative - Quanitative (Education), Pass
University of Derby 1995 — 1999
BA Hons 1st class, Sociology
Experience
Newark Academy September 2015 - Present
Private Consultancy July 2011 - Present
University of Derby January 2001 - August 2012
Mark Lawler
Stansted Manager and NDT Engineer at MorganWard (NDT) Limited
Airlines/Aviation
Education
The Open University 1997 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Experience
Morgan-Ward (NDT) Limited December 2000 - Present
Royal Navy December 1987 - December 2000
Skills
Inspection, Aircraft Maintenance, Aircraft Systems, Aircraft, Infrared Thermal Imaging, Eddy Current, Helicopter Operations, Human Factors, Teaching Adults, Liquid Penetrant Testing, Aerospace Engineering, Auditing, Ultrasonic Testing, Magnetic Particle..., Military Experience, Balkans, Flight Safety, EASA, Maintenance Management, Aviation, Radiography, Aeronautics, Military Operations, Airworthiness, Civil Aviation, Non-Destructive Testing, Military Aviation, Team Management, Afghanistan, NDT, Teamwork, Naval Aviation, Ministry Of Defence, Aerospace, Condition Monitoring, Operations Management, Commercial Aviation
Mark Lawrenson
Open University MSc Student
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University
Master of Science (MSc), Computing for Commerce and Industry
Experience
Würth ITensis AG December 2000 - Present
Mark Layzell FCMI
Founder and CEO at HIteam® Group; Helping businesses and the people within them be successful.
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategy and Business Innovation
Anglia Ruskin University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computer Science, 2-1 (Hons)
Experience
HIteam® Group April 2014 - Present
Layzell Property September 1999 - Present
Merger IT July 2014 - October 2015
Layzell Services Limited November 2011 - April 2015
FSG Communications Ltd / Africa Health journal April 2013 - April 2014
Nexus Strategic Partnerships February 2011 - March 2013
Professor Stephen Hawking October 2002 - October 2012
Royal Mail October 2006 - January 2011
Cambridge Racing Shells 2006 - 2008
Skills
Market Research, Business Analysis, Account Management, Partnership Marketing, Coaching, Team Building, Corporate Communications, Headhunting, Advertising Sales, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Strategic Communications, PowerPoint, Sponsorship, Corporate Social..., Publishing, B2C marketing, Negotiation, International Sales, Strategic Planning, B2B Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, Lead Generation, Advertising, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Sales Presentations, Business Development, Online Communications, B2B, Marketing, Computer Science, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Online Advertising, Business Strategy, Team Management, Business Process..., International Business..., Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Staff Development, New Business Development, Sales Management, Property, B2B Marketing
Mark Leyshon
Senior Policy & Research Officer at Alcohol Concern
Information Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2012
Master of Science (MSc), Social Science Research Methods, Distinction
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law, 2:1
Experience
Alcohol Concern August 2009 - Present
Big Lottery Fund March 2005 - August 2009
Sports Council for Wales March 2002 - March 2005
National Assembly for Wales January 2001 - January 2002
Skills
Social Research, Nonprofits, Project Management, Policy, Public Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Analysis, Research
Mark Lindley-Highfield of Ballumbie Castle
Fellow at ROYAL ANTHROPOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND
Primary/Secondary Education
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Open (Law, Politics, Economics, and World Religions), Honours
University of Aberdeen 2005 — 2012
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Social Anthropology
The University of Edinburgh 2009 — 2010
Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), Primary Education
The Open University 2007 — 2010
Master of Education (MEd)
The Open University 2007 — 2009
Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCertAP), Teaching in Higher Education
University of Aberdeen 2004 — 2005
Master of Research (MRes), Social Anthropology, Ethnology & Cultural History, Distinction
University of Aberdeen 2002 — 2004
Master of Arts (MA), Religious Studies, First Class Honours
The Open University 2002 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Open (Philosophy, Politics, and Religious Studies), First Class Honours
University of Oxford 2000 — 2001
Philosophy and Theology, Passed Prelims
Westminster College, Oxford 1999 — 2000
Theology
Experience
Chartered Institute of Educational Assessors January 2015 - Present
Society for Education and Training January 2011 - Present
The Higher Education Academy October 2010 - Present
Institute of Administrative Management August 2008 - Present
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) October 2005 - Present
ROYAL ANTHROPOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND September 2005 - Present
Skills
Teaching, Research, Data Analysis, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Fundraising, Editing, Leadership
Mark Lloyd
Managing Director/Owner at Mark Lloyd Consultancy Ltd (MLC)
Computer Games
Education
Open University Business School 2006 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General, Masters
SHL - Talent Measurement Training. 2010 — 2010
Psychometrics, Ability and Personality Assessment, Level B
The Open University 2006 — 2006
Diploma, Business and Management Studies, Postgraduate
The Open University 2003 — 2004
Professional Certificate, Business and Management, Undergraduate
Engineering and Marine Training Authority 1997 — 1997
NVQ level 3 Engineering Maintenance (Aircraft), Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician, Level 3
City and Guilds of London Institute 1995 — 1995
City and Guilds, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician, Level 3
Experience
Mark Lloyd Consultancy Ltd (MLC) January 2015 - Present
The Blast Furnace - Activision Leeds January 2012 - December 2014
Titanium Consultancy Ltd April 2011 - January 2012
Mark Lloyd Photographic Services (MLPS) April 2011 - January 2012
Rockstar Lincoln Ltd March 1999 - March 2011
Pirtek Lincoln February 1997 - March 1999
Royal Air Force May 1984 - February 1997
Skills
Casual Games, Mobile Games, Game Design, Creative Direction, Localization, PS3, Computer Games, Video Games, Management, Social Games, Team Management, Project Management, Culture Change, Operational Planning, Community Management, Online Gaming, Quality Assurance, People Skills, Game Development, Project Coordination, Xbox 360, Monetization
Mark Lovell
Consultant Analyst at Wood for Trees Ltd
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2003
Statistics, Statistics, Probability and Linear Modelling
The Open University 1997 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Cultural History
Experience
Wood for Trees Ltd June 2014 - Present
edmondshogg February 2011 - May 2014
RBS June 2007 - January 2011
Royal Bank of Scotland October 2007 - May 2010
Royal Bank of Scotland February 2000 - September 2007
NatWest July 1997 - January 2000
NatWest March 1996 - June 1997
NatWest July 1984 - February 1996
Skills
Retail Banking, Market Research, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Advanced Analytics &..., Segmentation, Management, Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Forecasting, Analytics, Customer Insight, Financial Services, Database Marketing
Mark Lowen
Measurement Engineer at Accord Energy Solutions Limited
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2006
Science
Lowestoft college of FE 1991 — 1995
HND, Engineering
Experience
Accord Energy Solutions Limited January 2012 - Present
Petrofac October 2003 - January 2012
Emerson - Metco October 1998 - September 2003
Skills
Process Control, Petroleum Engineering, P&ID, Refinery, Electrical Engineering, Well Testing, Upstream, Energy, Piping, Offshore Oil & Gas, Offshore, Oil/Gas, Control Systems Design, EPC, Transmitters, SCADA, Inspection, Calculations, Pressure, Valves, DCS, Petroleum, Energy Industry, Petrochemical, LNG, Gas, Electricians, FEED, Project Engineering, Engineering, Control Valves, Data Acquisition, Subsea Engineering, Metering, Onshore, Meters, PLC, Automation, Calibration, Commissioning, Offshore Drilling, Supervisory Skills, Air Compressors, HAZOP, Instrumentation, Pipelines, Oil & Gas Industry, FPSO, Natural Gas, Fluids
Mark Lowes
BEng(Hons) PgD MIPEM Senior Medical Engineer at NHS
Hospital & Health Care
Education
Northumbria University 2014 — 2015
Postgraduate Diploma, Leadership
Northumbria University 2013 — 2014
Post Graduate Certificate in Health & Social Care Leadership, Management & Leadership
Northumbria University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Engineering BEng (HONS), Electrical and Electronic Engineering
North Tyneside College 2001 — 2004
HNC, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Northern & Yorkshire NHS Assessment Centre 2001 — 2004
Engineering Advanced Modern Apprenticeship, Medical Engineering
Northern & Yorkshire NHS Assessment Centre 2001 — 2004
Level 3 NVQ in Engineering Maintenance, Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Institue of Leadership and Management (ILM) 2011 — 2011
Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Management, Organizational Leadership
The Open University
Managing 1: Organisations & People, Management
Experience
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust September 2005 - Present
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust September 2004 - September 2005
Northern & Yorkshire NHS Assessment Centre September 2001 - September 2004
Skills
Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Account Management, Change Management, Electronics, Training, Web Design, Digital Electronics, Electronics Repair, Troubleshooting, Equipment Repair, Clinical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, New Business Development, PC Repair, Microsoft Office, Healthcare, iPhone Repair, Calibration, iPad Repair, Windows, Laptops, Management, Medical Devices, Hospitals, Test Equipment, Patient Safety, Remote Patient..., Clinical Research
Mark Lund-Conlon
Validated Systems Specialist at Cancer Research UK
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2010
MA, Literature
Rolle College 1981 — 1985
BEd, Education & English
University of Exeter 1981 — 1985
BEd (Hons), English
Experience
Cancer Research UK March 2015 - Present
Mouse Matters Limited 2011 - Present
Health & Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC) (via Mozaic Services Ltd) December 2014 - February 2015
GSK via Wipro Technologies October 2014 - November 2014
Helios Towers Africa September 2014 - October 2014
UNRWA April 2014 - August 2014
Zehnder Group International AG June 2013 - March 2014
Brakes May 2013 - June 2013
UK Power Networks February 2013 - April 2013
WWRD United Kingdom Ltd August 2012 - January 2013
Skills
SAP ERP, SAP, Integration Testing, User Acceptance Testing, Data Migration, Waterfall, Software Documentation, Business Process, SAP Project Management, Project Delivery, Test Management Tool, SAP HR, Test Management, SAP Testing, Test Planning, CSV, Requirements Analysis, SD, Change Management, QTP, Test Execution, Quality Center, HP Quality Center, ERP, Test Automation, Training, System Testing, Test Strategy, Project Planning, Business Analysis, Testing, Stakeholder Management, Computer System..., Consulting, Project Management, SAP R/3, Test Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Integration, SAP BW, Oracle, Regression Testing
Mark Lupton
Landscape Fine Art Photographer and Teacher at Exclusive Landscapes Photography
Photography
Education
The Open University
Certificate of Mathematics (Cert Maths Open), Higher Mathematics Exploration and Proofs, Pass
The University of Huddersfield
Master's Degree, Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation, MSc with Distinction
The University of Huddersfield
Post Graduate Cert in Education (PGCE) (FE and HE), Educational Psychology, Achieved
The University of Huddersfield
Bachelor's Degree, Engineering with Technology Management, Distinction
The Polytechnic of Huddersfield 1989 — 1991
Higher National Diploma In Engineering, Industrial Measurement and Control Engineering, 8-passes, 8-Merits, 4-Distinctions
Huddersfield Polytechnic 1987 — 1988
HITECC Diploma, Engineering Conversion Course, Pass
Hanson 1975 — 1977
High School
Experience
Exclusive Landscapes Photography May 2013 - Present
Kirklees College March 2011 - September 2013
Kirklees College March 2008 - September 2011
Kirklees College March 1993 - September 2008
Skills
Event Management, Microsoft Office, Training, Teaching, Photoshop, Training Delivery, Higher Education, Fine Art, Programming in: C,..., Programming..., Photography and Post..., Social Networking, Staff Development, Control Systems..., Coaching, Java Script, CSS and..., Mathematical Modelling..., Research, Mechatronics, Digital Photography, E-Learning, Editing, VBA spreadsheet..., Curriculum Design, Electronics Systems...
Mark Lyden
Senior Contracts Specialist / Snr Contracts Engineer at JDR Cable Systems
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering
The Open University
PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN MANAGEMENT., Business Administration and Management, General
The Open University
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE IN MANAGEMENT., Business Administration, Management and Operations
West Cumbria College
HNC ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENG., Merrit
West Cumbria College
OND Technology, Engineering, merrit
Experience
JDR Cable Systems October 2007 - Present
Self Employed December 2006 - July 2008
Self Employed January 2001 - December 2006
ASMEC ELECTRONICS 1998 - July 2001
VOSPER THORNYCROFT CONTROLS LTD 1989 - 1998
BRITISH AEROSPACE DYNAMICS LTD 1983 - 1989
FISCHER AND PORTER LTD 1980 - 1983
Skills
Contract Management, Oil/Gas, Air to Air Weapons, Offshore Wind Energy, Contract Negotiation, Renewable Energy, Property, Oil & Gas, Property Renovation, Negotiation, Flow Measurement..., Subsea Engineering, Sales Engineering, Umbilicals, Defence, Electronics...
Mark Lyttle
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1997 — 2000
Post Graduate Diploma, Computing for Commerce and Industry
The University of Manchester 1982 — 1985
PhD, Theoretical Physics - High Energy Particles
The University of Manchester 1982 — 1983
DipAdSc (Diploma of Advanced Science), Theoretical Physics - High Energy Particles
The University of Manchester 1979 — 1982
BSc (Honours) First Class, Physics
Experience
IBM May 2010 - Present
mFormation Technologies Company Group November 2009 - May 2010
NYSE Technologies April 2008 - December 2009
Mobile Cohesion September 2007 - March 2008
Citigroup August 2005 - September 2007
Asidua October 2002 - July 2005
Fujitsu Telecommunications January 1998 - October 2002
British Telecommunications January 1987 - July 1998
Skills
JSP, Spring, Software Engineering, Eclipse, JDBC, Web Services, XML, Shell Scripting, JMS, UML, EJB, Application Servers, Object Oriented Design, Perl, Ant, Unix, Linux, PostgreSQL, UDDI, CORBA, C/C++, Apache, HTML, Java Enterprise Edition, Multithreading, PL/SQL, Java RMI, Subversion, Unix Shell Scripting, Agile Methodologies, Java, Weblogic, AJAX, SQL, Software Design, JPA, Tomcat, JavaScript, Bash, JBoss Application Server, WSDL, Solaris, SOAP, Hibernate, RPC, Servlets
Mark MacLennan
at
Renewables & Environment
Education
The Open University 1991 — 2002
BSc Hons, Technology
Dingwall Academy 1981 — 1986
Experience
SSE plc June 2015 - Present
Scotrenewables April 2013 - Present
Voith Hydro Wavegen September 2009 - Present
Whyte & Mackay February 2009 - August 2009
UKAEA Dounreay February 2006 - February 2009
RWE Nukem February 2002 - February 2006
Norbord September 1986 - January 2002
Skills
Project Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Contractor Selection, Manufacturing, PLC, Design Specifications, Equipment Specification, Chartered Engineer, Procurement, Product Development, Energy, Electricians, Renewable Energy, Mechanical, AutoCAD, Nuclear, Instrumentation, Project Management, SCADA, CAD, Process Engineering, Documentation, Project Planning, Management, Commissioning, High Voltage, Project Documentation, Software Documentation, Department Management, Specifications, Documentations, HAZOP, Automation, Value Engineering, P&ID, Nuclear Engineering, Process Improvement
Mark MacQueen
Freelance Copywriter at Brown Thomas
Writing and Editing
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2012
History of English and philosophy, Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Wootton Sixth Form 2007 — 2009
Business, Philosophy, and Politics
Experience
Brown Thomas August 2014 - Present
George @ Asda August 2014 - Present
Selfridges September 2014 - Present
TK Maxx August 2014 - December 2014
Canadian Pheasent Company January 2013 - May 2013
Comren Inc. August 2012 - December 2012
Woburn Safari Park May 2009 - May 2012
Freelance music journalism August 2009 - February 2012
Skills
Creative Writing, Editing
Mark Magas
Senior Lecturer: Pharmacology at University of Cumbria
Higher Education
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2012
Master’s Degree, Molecular medicine, Science Teaching, Distinction
St. Martin's College 2006 — 2007
PGCE (Chemistry), Teaching, PASS Distinction
University of Bradford 1989 — 1993
Bachelor’s Degree, Pharmacy, 2.1
Experience
University of Cumbria January 2006 - Present
University of Cumbria January 2006 - Present
Skills
E-Learning, Courses, Science, Lecturing, Higher Education, Academic Writing, Academia, Clinical Research, Adult Education, Healthcare, Educational Technology, Curriculum Design, Teaching, University Teaching, Theory, Distance Learning, Pharmacology
Mark Manders
at
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2007
BSc Computing
Experience
Pace April 2014 - Present
Miranda Technologies, a Belden Brand September 2013 - July 2014
Pace July 2011 - September 2013
EchoStar Corporation November 2009 - July 2011
The British Library February 2009 - October 2009
CODA April 2007 - February 2009
Wotif Group April 2006 - April 2007
Dr Solomons Antivirus 1997 - 1998
Skills
Exploratory Testing, Agile Testing, Functional Testing, JIRA, Manual Testing, ISEB, Test Cases, Regression Testing, System Testing, Set Top Box, Test Management, Test Planning, Test Automation, Software Development, Test Strategy, Bugzilla, Agile Methodologies, Testing, DVB
Mark Mansell BSc,MSOE, MIPlantE
Interim Project Engineering Manager at Mizkan Europe Ltd
Food & Beverages
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2005
BSc, Engineering- Open University
Sutton Manor High School for Boys. 1976 — 1983
Ordinary Levels in Maths, Physics, English Language, English Literature, Biology
Experience
Mizkan Europe Ltd September 2015 - Present
M MANSELL ENGINEERING LTD July 2003 - Present
Finsbury Food Group April 2015 - September 2015
Blueberry Foods (Samworth Brothers) March 2014 - November 2014
Tangerine Confectionery January 2014 - February 2014
Premier Foods June 2013 - December 2013
Premier Foods September 2011 - June 2013
Senoble- Elisabeth the Chef 2009 - 2011
Northern Foods- Evesham Foods 1994 - 1999
Budweiser Stag Brewing Company 1988 - 1994
Skills
Recruitment/Retention, Manufacturing, Food Industry, Budgeting, Contract Negotiations, TPM, Negotiation, FMEA, RCM, Purchasing, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Change Management, powerpoint, Safety Management..., Team Leadership, MS Office Suite, Equipment Design, EAM, Operational Excellence, Project Planning, Food Safety, Capital Equipment, Waste Reduction, Optimisation, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Union Negotiations, Contract Negotiation, Lean Manufacturing, Food Processing, Project Management, Maintenance Management, Capital Projects, excel, MS Project, Food Manufacturing, Engineering, HACCP, Safety Management, Management, FMCG, Team Building, Risk Assessment, AutoCAD, Root Cause Analysis, Efficiency Management, Visionary, CMMS, Contract Management
Mark Manwaring
Application Developer at TD Direct Investing (Europe)
Financial Services
Education
The Open University
Experience
TD Direct Investing (Europe) March 2008 - Present
RoMEC June 2003 - March 2008
Simon Jersey Ltd July 2001 - May 2003
IBM 1997 - 2001
BAE Systems 1987 - 1996
Skills
Mac OS X, Mootools, Stakeholder Management, JSON, Active Directory, DB2, DHTML, Websphere, Unix, DNS, Lotus Notes, Visual Basic, SOAP, Formula Language, Spring, IIS, Management, jQuery, AJAX, Web Applications, Web Development, CSS3, Dojo, Risk Management, SQL, Windows Vista, Lotus Domino, LotusScript, Scrum, Team Leadership, XML, Project Delivery, Tomcat, Java, JavaScript, Agile Methodologies, Windows 7, Windows Server, REST, Apache, iOS, Change Management, Computer Hardware, Requirements Gathering, HTML, Web Services, Business Analysis, CSS, Microsoft SQL Server
Mark Marsden
Risk Director at Beverley Building Society
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 1997 — 2001
MBA
University of Surrey 1989 — 1990
Post Graduate Diploma, Radiological Protection
University of York 1985 — 1988
BSc(Hons), Chemistry
Experience
Beverley Building Society November 2014 - Present
One Savings Bank April 2012 - October 2014
Beverley Building Society 2014 - 2014
Scarborough and District Citizens Advice Bureau November 2011 - September 2012
Morgan Stanley 2010 - April 2012
Oakwood Global Finance February 2010 - April 2010
Vernon Building Society October 2009 - December 2009
Skipton/ Scarborough Building Society April 2002 - June 2009
Skills
Complaint Management, Mortgage, Retail Banking, Complaints Management, Internal Audit, Operational Risk, Team Leadership, Due Diligence, FSA, Mortgage Lending, Governance, Business Strategy, AML, Financial Services, Interim Management, Mortgage Servicing, Operational Risk..., Compliance