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
Nick Edwards
Consumer Digital Transformation Director (interim) at Lloyds Banking Group.
Banking
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2013
Post Graduate Diploma, Management Studies
City & Islington College 1998 — 2000
A Levels
Experience
Lloyds Banking Group June 2015 - Present
Lloyds Banking Group May 2012 - June 2015
Lloyds Banking Group July 2011 - April 2012
Lloyds Banking Group - Halifax Network May 2010 - July 2011
Lloyds Banking Group July 2009 - May 2010
HBOS April 2007 - July 2009
HBOS July 2006 - April 2007
HBOS November 2003 - July 2006
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, M-Commerce, Credit, Strategy, Management, User Experience, Executive Reporting, Relationship Management, Internet Banking, Committees, Financial Services, Retail Banking, Digital Marketing, Project Delivery, Stakeholder Management, Sales, Mortgage Lending, Credit Cards, Sales Operations, Mobile Devices, Financial Risk, Banking, Leadership, Credit Risk, E-commerce, Sales Management, Project Management, Operational Risk, Business, SEO, Customer Experience, Loans
Nick Edwards
Head of Operations at OCBC Bank, London Branch
Banking
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2005
Pass with Merit, Professional Certificate in Management
Havering Sixth Form College 1994 — 1996
A Levels, Business Studies, Computing, German
Gaynes School 1989 — 1994
Experience
OCBC Bank, London Branch June 2013 - Present
ICBC (London) Plc September 2012 - May 2013
Standard Bank May 2012 - August 2012
Standard Bank January 2011 - August 2011
Standard Bank December 2009 - January 2011
Standard Bank June 2008 - December 2009
Standard Bank December 2006 - June 2008
Standard Bank March 2004 - December 2006
Standard Bank October 2000 - March 2004
Bank Hapoalim 1998 - 2000
Skills
Loan Documentation, Loans, Portfolio Management, Syndicated Loans, Offshoring, Banking, Loans Administration, Agency Loans, Back Office, Financial Services, Operations Management, Operational Risk, Core Banking, Middle Office, Finance, Banking Operations, Investment Banking, Change Management, Credit, Project Management, Process Improvement, Syndications, Process Offshoring
Nick Ellis
Group Business Applications Manager at TelecityGroup
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Managing and Managing People
The Open University 2003 — 2003
Computing: An Object Oriented Approach
Stantonbury Campus 1986 — 1993
Experience
TelecityGroup August 2014 - Present
Xchanging November 2011 - August 2014
Xchanging Technology Services March 2007 - November 2011
Xchanging Technology Services February 2006 - March 2007
Xchanging Technology Services February 2005 - February 2006
Xchanging Technology Services June 2004 - February 2005
Canterbury Christ Church University May 2002 - June 2004
Canterbury College January 2004 - May 2004
Skills
ITIL, Service Improvement, Project Management, IT Service Management, Enterprise Software, Management, Integration, Flexibility, Innovation, CRM, ERP, Customer Service, Timely Decision Making, ITIL Implementation, Supplier Management, Problem Solving, Web Applications, Microsoft SQL Server, Team Building, PRINCE2, Leadership, Outsourcing, Application Lifecycle..., Project Delivery, Team Management, Application Frameworks, IT Outsourcing, Salesforce.com, IT Management, Collaboration, Preparation of Business..., Service Delivery, Product Innovation, Vendor Management, Collaborative Problem..., Change Management, BMC Remedy, Transition Management, Software Documentation, Business Process, Service Management, Scrum, Team Leadership
Nick Ettery
Head of Operations at Alcon Eye Care UK & Ireland
Pharmaceuticals
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2009
MBA, Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Creativity
University of Bristol 1995 — 1996
MSc, Microbiology
University of Exeter 1991 — 1994
BSc, Biological Sciences
Bristol Grammar School 1984 — 1991
Experience
Alcon, a Novartis company January 2015 - Present
Alcon Laboratories, Inc. May 2012 - December 2014
Biomet UK Healthcare May 2011 - May 2012
Biomet UK Healthcare March 2010 - May 2011
Biomet May 2008 - March 2010
Biomet May 2006 - May 2008
Biomet June 2005 - April 2006
Biomet January 2004 - March 2006
Pall Medical August 1999 - December 2003
Skills
Disposables, Commercialization, Market Development, Hip, ISO 13485, Ophthalmology, Sales Management, Medical Sales, Key Opinion Leaders, Medical Devices, Product Management, Surgical Device Sales, Surgical Instruments, Surgery, Medicine, Hospitals, Product Launch, Hospital Sales, Capital Equipment, Surgeons, General Surgery, Knee, Sales Effectiveness, Pharmaceutical Industry, Global Marketing, Product Marketing, Orthopedics, Market Access, KOL development, Operating Room, Sales Operations, Neurology, International Marketing, Healthcare, Strategic Planning, Orthopedic, Reconstructive Surgery
Nick Facey
Refresco.gerber
Food & Beverages
Education
Blake Comprehensive
The Open University
Bsc Open, Systems
Experience
Refresco Gerber July 2012 - Present
Milk Link January 2011 - July 2012
Gerber Juice Company Ltd 2006 - 2010
Skills
Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Food, Project Management, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Process Engineering, HACCP, Change Management, FMCG, Supply Chain Management, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Operations Management
Nick Fahy
Owner, Nick Fahy Consulting
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
University of Oxford 2015 — 2019
DPhil in evidence-based health-care, Psychology
Queen Mary, U. of London 2012 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Psychology
The Open University 2005 — 2011
BSc Hons, Psychology, 1st
University of Kent 1990 — 1993
BA Hons (II.i) degree, Philosophy
Experience
Nick Fahy Consulting Ltd January 2011 - Present
European Commission (SANCO) December 2007 - December 2010
European Commission (SANCO) May 2002 - November 2007
European Commission September 2000 - April 2002
European Commission (EMPL) January 1998 - September 2000
Department of Health, UK September 1996 - December 1997
Department of Health August 1994 - August 1996
University of Kent at Canterbury Students' Union July 1993 - July 1994
Skills
Non-profits, Nonprofits, Public Health Policy, English, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Qualitative Research, Policy, Government Relations, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, European Affairs, Policy Analysis, Program Management, Strategy Development, Politics, Management, Negotiation, Global Health, European Union, Change Management, EU, Writing, Teaching, Public Health, International Relations, Capacity Building, Health Policy, Diplomacy, French, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Editing, Health, Healthcare, Government
Nick Fletcher
Portfolio of Roles in the Third Sector
Civic & Social Organization
Education
University of Manchester - Manchester Business School 2011 — 2011
Advanced Management Achievement Course (AMAC)
Ashridge Business School 2007 — 2007
Leadership and Management Development Programme
The Open University 1998 — 2005
BA(Hons), Humanities with History
Royal Navy Staff College 1990 — 1990
Strategic Leadership
Britannia Royal Naval College 1975 — 1976
Bristol Grammar School 1965 — 1975
Experience
Third Sector December 2014 - Present
University of Southampton October 2012 - December 2014
University of Southampton October 2012 - December 2014
Royal Naval Club and Royal Albert Yacht Club October 2011 - October 2012
Royal Naval Sailing Association February 2011 - March 2012
Royal Navy 2008 - September 2011
Royal Naval Sailing Association 1990 - 2010
Ministry of Defence 2005 - 2008
Royal Navy 2002 - 2005
Royal Navy 1998 - 2002
Skills
Budget, Military Experience, MOD, Change Management, Defence, NATO, Strategic Leadership, Weapons, Contingency Planning, Helicopters, Human Resources, Military Liaison, Intelligence, Strategy, Intelligence Analysis, Maritime Security, Tactics, Navy, Counterterrorism, Security Clearance, Marketing, Training, Crisis Management, Exercises, Maritime Operations, Budgets, Program Management, Training Management, Leadership Development, Army, Afghanistan, Strategic HR, Policy, HR Transformation, Military Training, Electronic Warfare, Command, Ministry Of Defence, Executive Financial..., Military Operations, Military, Maritime, Radar, Leadership, Governance, Training Delivery, Management, Operational Planning, Equality & Diversity, Navigation
Nick Forbes
Senior Software Engineer
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 1985 — 1999
BSc, Electronics, Computing and Planetary Geology
The University of Sheffield 1997 — 1998
MSc, Software Systems and Parallel Processing
The University of Sheffield 1980 — 1983
BEng, Civil and Structural Engineering
Experience
WibbleJelly Ltd May 2009 - Present
Peek Traffic February 2009 - May 2009
Airspan Networks May 2005 - January 2009
REMEC May 2004 - April 2005
Airspan Networks September 1998 - April 2004
Balfour Beatty Construction August 1991 - September 1997
Industrial And Commercial Construction Limited January 1989 - August 1991
Transmarche Link July 1988 - December 1988
Henry Boot Northern Limited September 1983 - June 1988
Skills
Telecommunications, C, Software Engineering, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Embedded Linux, Integration, Wireless, Testing, Software Development
Nick Frost
PMO Manager at The 848 Group
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2015
Introduction to Cyber Security
Staffordshire University 2012 — 2013
CIPD CHRP, CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Practice
Stafford College 1999 — 2001
AVCE, Media Studies and Communication
Stafford College 1998 — 1999
GNVQ, Design and Applied Arts
Blessed William Howard RC High School, Stafford 1993 — 1998
GCSE
Experience
The 848 Group August 2015 - Present
The 848 Group May 2014 - August 2015
Bet365 November 2013 - May 2014
Staffordshire County Council April 2008 - November 2013
Staffordshire Police January 2008 - April 2008
Cardiff County Council January 2007 - December 2007
BBC January 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Citrix Metaframe, Project Rollouts, Project Management, IT Hardware Support, Help Desk Support, Hardware Installation, SLA, Recruiting, IT Service Management, Performance Management, Service Desk, Recruitment Advertising, Troubleshooting, Service Improvement, HR Policies, Remote Desktop, Supportworks, ITIL, Windows 10, Hardware Support, Windows Vista, Blackberry, SAP HR, Google Apps, Microsoft Exchange, Procedure Creation, Microsoft CRM, SharePoint, Laptops, Active Directory, Technical Support, Analytics, Microsoft Office, Office 365, Windows XP, Process Improvement, Windows 7, CompTIA A+, Microsoft Dynamics, Cloud Computing, Citrix
Nick Frost
LORENZO EPR Defect Manager
Information Technology and Services
Education
Hull College 2004 — 2006
BTEC National Diploma in Business Studies, Business/Commerce, General
The Open University
Bachelor's Degree, Environmental Science
Experience
Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust October 2013 - Present
Humber Mental Health February 2012 - October 2013
Carillion October 2010 - February 2012
Staples December 2006 - October 2010
Skills
Software Project..., Software Development, Information Technology, Teamwork, Accurate Record Keeping, System Administration, Issue Resolution, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Administration, Change Management, Analysis, Public Sector, PowerPoint, Software Documentation, Testing, Project Delivery, Healthcare, Microsoft Word, Change Control, Customer Service, Visio, Microsoft Office, Communication, Issue Management, Outlook, Problem Solving
Nick Frost
Subject Leader Computing (/ICT)
Education Management
Education
Newman College of Higher Education in Birmingham 2004 — 2005
PGCE in ICT (KS2/3), Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
The Open University 2001 — 2002
PG Cert, Computer Software Engineering
Brunel University 1990 — 1994
B Eng (2:1), Special Engineering Programme
Lawnswood School 1984 — 1989
Experience
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls September 2008 - Present
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls September 2007 - August 2008
Kings Norton Boys School September 2005 - August 2007
Avery Weigh-Tronix 2001 - 2004
Cane Ferguson Associates 1997 - 2001
L'Oreal 1990 - 1997
Skills
Educational Technology, Team Leadership, Teaching, Curriculum Development, Change Management, E-Learning, Research, Leadership Development, Management, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, English, Training, Staff Development
Nick Fulcher
Student at The Open University
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2017
Nick Galvin
Image Librarian, Information Specialist
Information Services
Education
City University London 2012 — 2015
Master of Science (MSc), Information Science, Distinction
The Open University 2010 — 2012
M.A, History of Art, Distinction
Exeter College of Art and Design 1989 — 1992
B.A Hons, Fine Art
Experience
Anglia Ruskin University October 2013 - Present
University of Hertfordshire October 2011 - Present
Freelance Research / Information Consultancy March 2011 - Present
University of the Arts London March 2011 - August 2012
Magnum Photos January 1998 - March 2011
Panos Pictures April 1994 - December 1997
Skills
Magazines, Fine Art, Digital Photography, Art, Fine Art Photography, Image Editing, Curating, Photography, Publishing, Museums, Editorial, Digital Preservation, PHP, Information Management, Image Manipulation, Intellectual Property, Photoshop, Metadata, HTML 5, Taxonomy, Photos, MySQL, Multimedia, Research, Visual Arts, Photojournalism, Archives, CSS3, Books
Nick Garfoot
B2B Operations Helpdesk at Vodafone
Telecommunications
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2003
Certificate in Natural Sciences
Experience
Vodafone November 2004 - Present
Maplin Electronics 2002 - 2004
Dixons Retail 2000 - 2002
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Databases, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Mobile Devices, Customer Service, Mobile Technology, Telecommunications, Administration, Networking, Teamwork, Customer Experience, Team Building, System Administration, Mobile Communications, Training, Mobile Telephony, Call Centers, GSM, Sales Order Processing, Team Management, Retail, Mobile..., Call Center, B2B, Customer Retention
Nick Gibbs
Technical Director, Enterprise Security at Symantec
Information Technology and Services
Education
University of Bristol 1993 — 2001
PhD, Bsc (hons) 1st, Computational Biochemistry
Open University 1998 — 2000
Dip Mus, BA (hons) 1st, Music, Arts, Environmental Politics
Experience
Symantec July 2015 - Present
Symantec February 2012 - July 2015
Symantec 2008 - February 2012
MessageLabs October 2007 - December 2008
MessageLabs May 2005 - October 2007
MessageLabs May 2003 - May 2005
IPL - Information Processing Ltd September 2001 - May 2003
Medical Research Council October 2000 - September 2001
Skills
.NET, Microsoft SQL Server, SaaS, Web Services, Architecture, Linux, Software Development, C++, Cloud Computing, Agile Methodologies, Software Engineering, Software Design, Scalability, Security, SOA, Architectures, C#
Nick Gilbert
Development Manager at LeasePlan
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 1982 — 1986
Computer Science
RN School of Electrical Engineering 1980 — 1982
HNC Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Experience
LeasePlan April 2014 - Present
GoldMoney November 2012 - April 2014
DRS Data Services August 2008 - October 2012
Edexcel & Pearson UK June 2004 - August 2008
Skills
Management, Microsoft Technologies, Requirements Analysis, Change Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Business Analysis, Agile Methodologies, Line Management, Program Management, Team Management, Software Development, Prince Practitioner, Management of Risk..., Software Project..., Software Design, Integration, Supplier Sourcing, PRINCE2, IT Strategy, NetSuite, Supplier Quality..., Outsourcing, Offshore Software..., Offshore Resource...
Nick Gittins
Sales Manager at Kistler
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 1993 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business
Lancaster University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
Experience
Kistler November 2006 - Present
HBM December 1998 - October 2006
Skills
Negotiation, Product Management, Business Strategy, Product Development, New Business Development, Automotive, Sales Management, Account Management, Key Account Management, Manufacturing, Automation, Business Development
Nick Goddard
Technical Consultant helping customers get the most out of their systems
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2010
Computers
Doncaster College 1990 — 1996
DipHE, Informatics
Experience
Eque2 Limited February 2014 - Present
RKW Limited December 2013 - February 2014
Imperial Automotive Ltd November 2012 - November 2013
Clugston Construction Ltd October 2008 - November 2012
Clugston Construction Ltd September 2004 - October 2008
Simons Group Ltd October 2001 - September 2004
Huthwaite International 1998 - 2001
Skills
Software Development, IT Management, Office 365, XML, VB.NET, Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office, ITIL, C#, HTML + CSS, Windows Server, Web Applications, Git, Application Development, HTML, SQL Server, Windows 7, Web Development, Lotus Domino, Software Project..., JetReports, Lotus Notes, Microsoft Dynamics Nav, Databases, CSS, Crystal Reports, Programming, LotusScript, Business Intelligence, ASP.NET, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, SQL, JavaScript, Ruby on Rails, SSIS
Nick Godwin
National Automation Systems Specialist for Whistl
Logistics and Supply Chain
Education
The Open University 1995 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Information Technology
Experience
whistl October 2008 - Present
Bluecrest International January 2003 - March 2008
Prosoft Logistics 1995 - August 2001
Skills
MRP, Team Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Troubleshooting, Team Building, Testing, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Business Process..., Warehouse Management, Management, 3PL, Quality Management, Engineering, Visual Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Logistics Management, Logistics, Key Account Management, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Motivation
Nick Granger-Brown
Principal Engineer at Seagate Technology
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc), mathematics
The Open University 1993 — 1994
Professional Certificate, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Cambridge 1982 — 1985
BA, Electrical Sciences Tripos
Experience
Seagate Technology April 2014 - Present
Xyratex September 2008 - March 2014
Xyratex April 2005 - June 2008
Hitachi Global Storage Technologies April 2002 - March 2005
IBM 2000 - March 2002
Skills
System Architecture, Cloud Computing, Integration, Simulations, Storage, Testing, Semiconductors, SCSI, Software Design, Embedded Systems, Product Management, Process Control, Automation, Engineering, Hardware Architecture, Manufacturing, Technology Planning, Metrology, Engineering Management, Project Management, Product Development, Systems Engineering, Embedded Software, Firmware
Nick Greening
Product Manager, Outdoor fixtures, EMEA en GE
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2012
BZX629 Managing 2: Marketing and Finance, Business/Commerce, General, Pass
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Open degree, Certificate in Web Applications, Pass
The Open University 2010 — 2011
BZX628 Managing 1: Organisations and people, Business Administration and Management, General, Pass
The Open University 2010 — 2010
Open degree, Managing and managing people.
Bromley College of further and higher education 1990 — 1995
H.N.C & N.C., Título de Técnico Superior en Desarrollo de Productos Electrónicos /Electronic Engineering
Ministry of Defence 1990 — 1994
Apprentice, Electronics
Experience
GE August 2012 - Present
General Electric January 2011 - September 2012
Estel ingenieria y obras May 2008 - May 2009
IberComm-Tec February 2005 - May 2008
NRG Sistemas March 2002 - February 2005
Electrosonic January 2000 - February 2002
Quo Vadis Ltd 1997 - 2000
Helvar Oy 1994 - 1997
Skills
Electrical Engineering, Sales Management, Control Systems Design, Process Engineering, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, fastworks, Electronics, Integration, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, Product Development, System Design, Project Management, Six Sigma, Design for Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Product Management, Troubleshooting, Management, Lighting Design, Lighting Control, Engineering, Product Design, Product Marketing, Lighting, Pricing, New Business Development
Nick Halliman
Senior Managing Consultant at IBM Global Business Services
Utilities
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2007
MSc, Module on Environmental Decision Making
The Open University 2001 — 2005
MBA, Master of Business Administration
East Warwickshire College of Education 1984 — 1987
HNC, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Experience
IBM United Kingdom Ltd January 2015 - Present
National Grid 2011 - Present
IBM Global Business Services October 2010 - December 2014
Gemserv April 2009 - October 2010
Gemserv April 2007 - May 2009
Gemserv February 2006 - March 2007
Gemserv January 2005 - January 2006
Engage Consulting November 2002 - December 2004
E.ON UK May 1991 - October 2002
GE September 1984 - April 1991
Skills
Project Management, Process Improvement, PRINCE2, Business Development, Business Transformation, Change Management, Business Process, Requirements Analysis, PMP, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Smart Metering, Business Process Design, Software Project..., Management, Governance, Business Process..., Analysis, Program Management, Project Delivery
Nick Halls
Student at The Open University
Arts and Crafts
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2012
Nick Handley
IT Consultant
Pharmaceuticals
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2018
BSc, IT
University of London 1992 — 1995
2:2, Environmental Geography
Uppingham School 1986 — 1991
Gleddings
Experience
Newton Consulting February 2011 - Present
Windsor Lifeguards June 2014 - Present
Bond Street Communications Limited January 2011 - Present
GlaxoSmithKline November 2009 - December 2010
GlaxoSmithKline May 2009 - November 2009
GlaxoSmithKline December 2006 - May 2009
GlaxoSmithKline January 2005 - December 2006
GlaxoSmithKline August 2004 - January 2005
GlaxoSmithKline November 2003 - August 2004
GlaxoSmithKline September 2002 - September 2003
Skills
ISDN, IT Strategy, Change Management, ITIL, Vendor Management, Process Engineering, Telephony, Troubleshooting, ERP, Consultancy, Service Delivery, Project Planning, VPN, Telecommunications, Cisco, Deployment, Project Management, MS Project, Solution Design, PMO, Business Analysis, Integration, Team Management, Management, Unified Communications, Firewalls, Team Leadership, Network Design, VoIP, Routing, Video Conferencing, System Deployment, Strategy, Cisco Call Manager, Meridian, Switches, Customer Relations, PBX, IT Service Management, WAN, Call Center, Managed Services, IT Management, People Management, Program Management, Cisco Technologies, Process Improvement, Data Center, Avaya, Service Management
Nick Hartley
Managing Strategic Services activities in EMEA
Biotechnology
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2007
Certificate in Professional Management
UCL 1992 — 1995
BSc, Cell Biology
Experience
Sigma-Aldrich February 2015 - Present
Sigma-Aldrich May 2014 - Present
Sigma Aldrich April 2013 - May 2014
Sigma Aldrich July 2010 - April 2013
Sigma Aldrich April 2009 - June 2010
Sigma Aldrich March 2003 - March 2009
Skills
Immunoassays, Biotechnology, Proteomics, Microbiology, Chromatography, qPCR, Organic Chemistry, Chemistry, Technology Transfer, Biochemistry, Lifesciences, R&D, Cell Culture, Drug Discovery, PCR, Immunology, Medical Devices, GMP, Genomics, Mass Spectrometry, Bioinformatics, Biopharmaceuticals, Analytical Chemistry, DNA sequencing, Pharmaceutical Industry, Sequencing, Cell Biology, Protein Purification, HPLC, Protein Chemistry, DNA, Cell, Purification, Molecular Biology
Nick Hartley
Production Team Lead, Senior Test Engineer.
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
School of Electronic Engineering, Arborfield 1990 — 1991
ONC, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
The Open University
Experience
GDS Instruments March 2013 - Present
AWS Cemgraft October 2012 - April 2013
NH Electronics June 2005 - October 2012
QPA Electronics Pty Ltd 1998 - 2005
Beeline Technologies 1999 - 2000
Skills
Customer Service, Electronics, Manufacturing, Prototype, Project Management, Electronic Engineering, New Business Development, Production Planning, Microsoft Office, Product Development, Inspection, Strategic Planning, Engineering, Product Management, Start-ups, New Hires, Selling, Sales, Bookkeeping, Contract Negotiation, Operations Management, Purchasing, Problem Solving, Production Management, Testing
Nick Harwood
Experienced security professional
Security and Investigations
Education
EC Council
Certified Chief Information Security Officer
Core 2011 — 2011
CICP, Penetration testing
EC Council 2009 — 2009
LPT
Firebrand 2009 — 2009
ECSA
EC Council 2008 — 2009
CEH, Certified Ethical Hacker
Sec-1 2006 — 2008
Penetration testing and hacking
ISC2 2005 — 2005
CISSP
Open University Business School 1995 — 1999
MBA, Strategic Management, Human Resources Strategies, Creative Managment, Financial Strategy
Moseley Grammar
Open University Business School
Diploma in Management Studies, Management
Experience
Barclays September 2012 - Present
Nick Harwood Ltd April 2012 - September 2012
Royal London 1997 - April 2012
BT November 1993 - August 1997
BT November 1991 - November 1993
BT May 1986 - November 1991
Civil Service 1977 - 1986
Skills
PCI DSS, Information Security, Operational Risk..., Security Audits, Incident Management, IT Audit, ISO 27001, Interviews, Network Security, Security Architecture..., Security Awareness, Disaster Recovery, SDLC, Risk Management, Computer Security, Outsourcing, Checkpoint, Penetration Testing, Risk Assessment, Business Continuity..., CISSP, Governance, Vulnerability Assessment, Information Security..., Firewalls, Information Technology
Nick Harwood
Network Installations Manager at Cambridge University and Owner, Sustainable Energy Developments
Environmental Services
Education
The Open University 1995 — 1997
MBA
The Open University 1982 — 1984
BA, Electronics Engineering
Imperial College London 1972 — 1975
BSc(Eng), Chemical Engineering
University of Westminster
Experience
Sustainable Energy Developments June 2003 - Present
University of Cambridge January 2005 - Present
University of Cambridge Delivered the implemention of planned extensions and repairs to the network January 2000 - December 2005
University of Cambridge January 1996 - December 2000
University of Cambridge January 1993 - February 1996
University of Cambridge January 1992 - December 1992
Beecham Pharmaceuticals July 1984 - January 1992
Beecham Pharmaceuticals January 1980 - June 1984
Water Research Centre (WRC) October 1975 - January 1980
Skills
Infrastructure, Project Management, Networking, Quality Management, Ethernet, Data Center, Testing, Network Administration, VoIP, Energy, Telecommunications, WAN, Energy Efficiency, Network Design, Project Planning, Environmental..., Security, Management, Software Development, Service Delivery
Nick Haworth
Head of Technology at ITV
Media Production
Education
Lancaster University
The Open University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Experience
ITV May 2013 - Present
ITV April 2011 - May 2013
Yell.com September 2008 - December 2010
ITV December 2006 - August 2008
ITN (Skai TV, Athens) January 2006 - November 2006
ITN June 2000 - December 2005
BBC October 1997 - May 2000
Piccadilly Key 103 September 1996 - October 1997
Nick Haydock
Computer Programmer at STMicroelectronics
Semiconductors
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2003
Master of Science (MSc), Mathematics
The Open University 1992 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Physics
Coventry University 1980 — 1983
Bsc, Mathematics
Experience
STMicroelectronics September 1989 - Present
GEC Avionics September 1983 - September 1989
GEC Large Machines July 1981 - September 1982
Skills
OpenGL, H.264, Linux Kernel, ARM, Assembly Language, C++, C, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Set Top Box, MPEG2, Device Drivers, Embedded Linux, Embedded Software, Fortran, H264
Nick Haystead
Trader
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1995 — 2000
BSc. (Hons), Mathematics and Computer Science
Experience
To be confirmed June 2011 - Present
In Practice Systems Ltd January 1993 - July 2011
Granada Computer Services January 1987 - January 1993
Wavetek Electronics January 1984 - January 1987
Plessey Microsystems January 1979 - January 1982
Skills
Routers, Technical Support, Network Administration, Firewalls, Windows 7, Microsoft Exchange, TCP/IP, System Administration, VMware, Virtualization, Electronics, Active Directory, Microsoft Servers, WAN, Windows Server, Servers, Troubleshooting, Cisco CCENT 100 - 101..., Microsoft Windows, Software Installation, Printers, Windows XP, Network Security, Testing
Nick Hearne
CIS PM at KIER
Construction
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2015
BSc Honours, Business & Management
The Open University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor’s Degree, Business & Management
Experience
KIER April 2014 - Present
Carillion (Aspire Defence) October 2012 - April 2014
Carillion (Aspire Defence) July 2007 - October 2012
Accenture 2004 - 2007
Synstar 2002 - 2004
Royal Navy 1991 - 2001
Skills
Contractors, Defence, Cost Management, Program Management, Infrastructure, Ministry Of Defence, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Business Process..., Risk Assessment, Contract Management, Management, Change Management, Construction, Service Delivery, Project Planning, Outsourcing, Telecommunications, Subcontracting, Defense, Procurement, Security Clearance, Commercial Management, Project Management, Operations Management, Networking, MS Project, Risk Management, Project Delivery, ITIL, Building Services, MOD, Project Portfolio..., Construction Management, Team Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Construction Safety, Cost Control, Value Engineering
Nick Henry
CoDirector at Coventry University
Public Policy
Education
The Open University 1987 — 1991
PhD Economic Geography, Regional Development
UWIST, Cardiff 1984 — 1987
BSc City and Regional Planning
Experience
Coventry University December 2014 - Present
Coventry University September 2013 - October 2014
ICF GHK January 2013 - August 2013
GHK Consulting 2007 - December 2012
Newcastle University 2007 - 2012
Newcastle University September 2003 - August 2006
GHK Consulting September 2003 - August 2006
Newcastle University September 2000 - August 2003
University of Birmingham September 1994 - August 2000
Skills
Report Writing, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Community Development, Capacity Building, Policy, Data Analysis, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Analysis, Sustainability, Public Sector, Urban Regeneration, Quantitative Research, Social Enterprise, Qualitative Research, Private Sector, Research, Evaluation, Program Evaluation
Nick Hickman
Head of UK Operations at ALECTIA Ltd
Food & Beverages
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2010
Business Studies
The Open University 2009 — 2009
Environmental Technology
Burton Technical College 1987 — 1991
Production & Mechanical Engineering
Experience
ALECTIA Ltd June 2015 - Present
ALECTIA Ltd April 2013 - Present
BAUER Resources UK Ltd March 2011 - March 2013
GRS Ltd / Esau & Hueber GmbH May 2010 - May 2011
FMA Process Engineering Ltd October 1999 - April 2010
Hi-Line Services (Lichfield) Ltd August 1985 - September 1999
Skills
Business Development, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Management, Project Engineering, Product Development, Budgets, New Business Development, Budgeting, Process Engineering, Project Management, FMCG, Engineering, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Contract Management, Change Management
Nick Hilditch
Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer
Government Administration
Education
The Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing 2009 — 2010
Dip DigM, Diploma in Digital Marketing
The Open University 1997 — 2000
MBA, Master of Business Administration
South Leicestershire College 1998 — 1998
7307 City and Guilds Certificate in Teaching Adult Learners
Staffordshire University 1983 — 1986
DMS, Post graduate Diploma in Management Studies
Experience
Hythe Town Council October 2015 - Present
Kent Adult Education January 2015 - Present
Kent Police April 2015 - September 2015
Megger April 2001 - August 2014
Hawkinge Community Centre June 2010 - May 2012
South Leicestershire College January 2001 - April 2001
Astleys 1999 - 2000
Schneider Electric 1997 - 1998
Schneider Electric April 1990 - June 1997
Bostik 1986 - 1990
Skills
Marketing Research, Product Marketing, Digital Strategy, Strategic Planning, SEO, Key Account Management, Project Management, Digital Marketing, International Sales, B2B, Market Research, Business Planning, Product Development, Corporate Branding, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Marketing Management, Business Strategy, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Marketing Automation, Account Management, Lead Generation, Management, Business Development, Brand Management, Strategy, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Content Management, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, B2B Marketing
Nick Hillier
Project Manager H&S at Riviera Travel
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Education
The Open University
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology
Experience
Riviera Travel July 2013 - Present
Solihull Ramblers November 2012 - Present
The Ramblers March 2010 - Present
Riviera Travel September 1996 - July 2008
Skills
Tourism, English, Team Leadership, Sales, Leisure Travel, Training, Team Building, Change Management, Coaching, Business Planning, Customer Service, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Performance Management, Business Strategy, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Hotels, Management, Strategic Planning, New Business Development
Nick Hillman
Enterprise Architect at Capita Asset Services
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 1997 — 2020
BSc., Geophysics and Geochemisrty
NESCOT 1989 — 1995
C&G, Professional Practise in Photography
NESCOT 1985 — 1988
HND BUILDING DESIGN, Architectural Studies
Epsom High School 1979 — 1984
HND, Design
Experience
Capita Asset Services June 2014 - Present
Capita Asset Services December 2013 - June 2014
Capita Group plc August 2011 - December 2013
Capita Group plc August 2008 - August 2011
Capita Registrars 2004 - August 2008
Oracle contractors 2000 - 2002
Skills
Project Delivery, Agile Methodologies, Requirements Gathering, Requirements Analysis, Integration, Business Analysis, Solution Architecture, PRINCE2, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Architecture, Stakeholder Management, SharePoint, Scrum
Nick Hindle
Freelance Information / Data Architect
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2014 — 2014
Certificate, R Programming, Pass
The Johns Hopkins University 2014 — 2014
Certificate, Data Science, Distinction
The Open University 2005 — 2007
Masters, Computing for Commerce and Industry
The Open University 2003 — 2005
Post Graduate Diploma, Computing
Experience
National Grid October 2014 - Present
Skills
Tableau, Integration, T-SQL, Database Design, Software Development, SSIS, Relational Databases, Requirements Gathering, Enterprise Architecture, Managing Offshore Teams, Business Intelligence, Storage Architecture, Data Modeling, SQL, Performance Tuning, Managing Technical..., Data Integration, Requirements Analysis, Data Migration, Software Design, Data Science, XML, Integration Architecture, Master Data Management, Information Architecture, Solution Architecture, ETL, IT Strategy, High Availability, Data Governance, Agile Methodologies, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Architecture, SQL Tuning, SOA, Software Engineering, Data Warehouse..., Data Warehousing
Nick Holbrook
Citrix Consultant at South East Coast Ambulance Service
Computer Networking
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computing and Psychology
HND Software Engineering, Greenwich University 1994 — 1995
Computing, First you studied only
Experience
South East Coast Ambulance Service September 2015 - Present
White & Case LLP August 2015 - September 2015
Allen & Overy October 2014 - July 2015
Linklaters March 2014 - October 2014
Thurrock Council (Serco) April 2013 - January 2014
Welsh Government (ATOS) October 2012 - April 2013
Thurrock Council (Serco) June 2012 - October 2012
Welsh Government (Siemens) August 2011 - May 2012
Towers Watson (XOR/Dimension Data) July 2011 - August 2011
IBM/Royal Bank of Scotland April 2011 - July 2011
Skills
VMware ESX, Operating Systems, Architecture, VMware Infrastructure, Cisco, XP, Application Delivery, vSphere, TCP/IP, AppSense, Netscaler, Windows Server 2008, Consultancy, Citrix Metaframe, Citrix Certified..., Networking, XenServer, Xen, Provisioning, App-V, Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, Firewalls, Group Policy, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Citrix, Active Directory, Application..., VDI, Cisco Routers, VMware
Nick Holder
Storage and Virtualisation Team Leader at Adapt
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Information Technology and Computing
Experience
Adapt November 2014 - Present
Adapt October 2012 - November 2014
eLINIA WebServices March 2011 - October 2012
eLINIA WebServices October 2009 - March 2011
The College of Law January 2008 - October 2009
The College of Law February 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, Fibre Channel, EMC, SSIS, Storage, SSRS, SQL Server, Oracle, VMware, Cloud Computing
Nick Hood
Teaching Fellow at University of Edinburgh
Information Technology and Services
Education
The University of Edinburgh 2003 — 2004
PGCE (Secondary Education), Physics and Mathematics
The Open University 1994 — 2002
BSc (Hons), Physics and Mathematics
Letchworth Grammar School 1969 — 1974
Experience
University of Edinburgh July 2012 - Present
cullaloe.net April 2003 - Present
Myagupop Matrix Limited July 2008 - August 2015
Fife Regional Council April 2010 - June 2012
Fife Regional Council May 2008 - 2010
Cullaloe Project Resource Limited February 1997 - July 2003
Marconi Simulation & Training July 1991 - February 1997
IMACS Scientific February 1986 - September 1988
Rediffusion Simulation Ltd February 1985 - February 1986
Rediffusion Simulation Ltd 1981 - 1985
Skills
Learning Management, Computer Science, XSLT, Mathematical Modeling, Training Delivery, Programming, Moodle, University Teaching, Staff Development, Instructional Design, Courses, Educational Leadership, Ruby on Rails, Social Media, Web 2.0, ASP.NET, Policy, Training, Distance Learning, Science, Curriculum Design, Teacher Training, Java, Simulations, Data Analysis, Blended Learning, Curriculum Development, PHP, Workshop Facilitation, Higher Education, Program Management, Google Analytics, Teaching, Fortran, Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Research, Knowledge Management, E-Learning, Programming Languages, Physics, Lecturing, Educational Technology, Project Management, MySQL, System Design, WordPress, IMAP, Change Management, Microsoft SQL Server
Nick Hopkins
Independent Programme Management Consultant with extensive offshoring and outsourcing expertise.
Outsourcing/Offshoring
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2008
MBA, Finance, Strategy and Marketing
The University of Stirling 1990 — 1993
BSc, Computer Science
Experience
Data Solutions Management July 2003 - Present
Virtusa February 2015 - May 2015
Sage September 2012 - January 2015
Amlin PLC March 2012 - September 2012
Cardif Pinnacle - a BNP Paribas Company (CLIENT) July 2010 - March 2012
Cognizant Technology Solutions September 2008 - July 2010
Cognizant Technology Solutions September 2008 - September 2009
EDS Solcorp March 2001 - August 2008
Netron Inc 2000 - 2001
Xansa 1995 - 2000
Skills
Management, Requirements Analysis, PMO, Business Process..., Vendor Management, Service Delivery, Requirements Gathering, Quality Assurance, Offshore, Start-ups, Outsourcing, Business Process..., Negotiation, Business Requirements, Team Management, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Management, Project Portfolio..., Project Management, Business Strategy, Pre-sales, Integration, Consulting, Project Governance, Program Management, Business Process, PRINCE2, Strategy, Governance, Software Project..., IT Strategy, Solution Architecture, Offshoring, Resource Management, Change Management
Nick Houghton
General Manager at Freshcut Foods Ltd
Food & Beverages
Education
The Open University 1997 — 2000
MBA, Master of Business Administration
Brunel University 1973 — 1977
Hindley and Abram Grammar school 1966 — 1973
O and A levels, 10 o levels and 4 A levels
Experience
Freshcut Foods Ltd July 2008 - Present
Milk Link September 2006 - January 2008
Milk Link July 2004 - September 2006
Express dairies January 1998 - July 2004
Autobar January 1990 - January 1998
Fibracan Limited 1990 - 1996
United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority 1983 - 1990
Skills
FMCG, Change Management, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Food Industry, P&L Management, Business Strategy, Purchasing, Business Development, Food, Management, Continuous Improvement
Nick Hull
CEO Metering
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
Imperial College London
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Mechanical Engineering
The Open University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Experience
Alderley Plc January 2014 - Present
Alderley Plc September 2012 - December 2013
Alderley FZE May 2007 - August 2012
Skills
Regional Development, Water Treatment, Petrochemical, Engineering, Oil/Gas, Change Management, Energy, Contract Management, Automation, Product Development, Manufacturing, Commissioning, Fiscal Measurement, Project Engineering, Petroleum, Instrumentation, Metering Systems, Gas, Valves, Produced Water Treatment
Nick Huxford
Freelance Ocean Yachtmaster
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2011
MA, Philosophy
The Open University 1998 — 2001
MBA, Business
Experience
Nick Huxford RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Ocean (Commercially Endorsed) August 2015 - Present
CSC March 2011 - August 2014
CSC March 2001 - August 2014
Royal Mail October 1998 - August 2001
BP August 1987 - September 1998
Skills
ITIL, IT Management, Process Improvement, Service Delivery, Business Analysis, IT Service Management, Program Management, IT Strategy, Project Delivery, Infrastructure, Service Management, IT Outsourcing, PMP, Outsourcing
Nick Isherwood
Investigation Officer at North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust and CEO of Best Case Scenarios Ltd.
Public Safety
Education
University of Leicester 2011 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Emergency Planning Management
The Open University 1997 — 2010
BSc, Business Management and Technology
Experience
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust February 2015 - Present
Best Case Scenarios October 2010 - Present
Young Enterprise UK 2011 - Present
AirRescue 24 January 2012 - August 2014
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service May 2005 - October 2010
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service November 1978 - October 2010
Department for Communities and Local Government 2006 - 2009
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service May 1995 - April 2005
Skills
Safety Management..., Strategic Planning, Training & Development, Fire Safety, Police, Rescue, Crisis Management, Emergency Planning, Investigation, Fire Protection, Creative Problem Solving, Ambulance, Management, Command, Emergency Management, Occupational Health, Risk Assessment, Fire Service, Employee Training, Business Continuity..., Counterterrorism, Training, CBRN, Technical Rescue, People Skills, People Management, Public Safety, First Responder, Search & Rescue, Risk Management, Negotiation, Hazardous Materials, Disaster Response, Firefighting, Policy, Fire Management, Preparedness, Emergency Services
Nick J Miller
Administration Manager at The Christmas Forest
Retail
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2012
Professional Certificate
Cotswold School 2002 — 2008
Experience
The Christmas Forest September 2013 - Present
RoboRoom February 2011 - Present
Boosey & Hawkes April 2011 - November 2012
HMV October 2010 - April 2011
Mammoth Entertainment Ltd March 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Web Design, Content Management, Web Analytics, YouTube, IT Operations, Digital Strategy, Business Planning, Operational Efficiency, Marketing Strategy, User Experience, New Business Development, Lean Startup, Digital Media, Copywriting, SEM, Interaction Design, Entrepreneurship, Social Networking, Web Development, Social Media, User Interface Design, Accessibility, Web Project Management, Innovation Consulting, Publishing, Music Management, Prioritisation, HTML 5, Social Media Marketing, Proficient Typing Skills, Information Architecture, Usability, WordPress, Blogging, Digital Marketing, Bookkeeping
Nick Jaciuk
BSc, PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, Pg Dip Medical Physics
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc) Medical Physics
The Open University 2006 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours, Life Sciences
The Open University 1998 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BSc), IT and Telecommunications
Experience
HP Enterprise Services October 2010 - Present
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital January 2008 - January 2010
Celsius First Ltd January 1993 - January 2008
Frigoscandia Distribution January 1985 - January 1993
Skills
IT Service Management, Information Technology, Project Management, ITIL, Networking, IT Strategy, Data Center, Service Delivery, Service Desk, Disaster Recovery, Project Delivery, SDLC, IT Management, Infrastructure, Change Management, Management, IT Outsourcing, PRINCE2, Project Planning, System Deployment, Servers
Nick Jarman
Project Manager at Nationwide Building Society
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The University of Birmingham 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Geology and Geography
Experience
Nationwide Building Society June 2013 - Present
British Army July 2011 - January 2013
British Army July 2009 - July 2011
British Army July 2006 - July 2009
British Army July 2005 - July 2006
Skills
Stakeholder Management, Security Clearance, Ministry Of Defence, Multi-cultural team..., Project Management, Programme/project..., Policy, Strategy, Afghanistan, Army, MOD, Command, Military Operations, Change Management, Leadership, Management, Planning & Deployment..., Operational Planning, Human Resources, International..., Project Planning, Military, Defence, Military Experience, Training
Nick Jarvis MCIOB
Project Manager
Construction
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BSc) open, Business & Management, 2.1
University of Hertfordshire 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Civil Engineering, N/A
University of Central England 1994 — 1995
Foundation degree, Engineering
Experience
Barhale plc June 2014 - Present
Barhale Construction October 2012 - May 2014
Barhale Construction April 2012 - October 2012
Barhale Construction April 2010 - May 2012
Barhale Construction 2008 - 2010
Barhale Construction 2003 - 2008
Core Utility Solutions 2002 - 2003
A J Clark Concrete Flooring 2000 - 2002
Interserve 1998 - 2000
Freelance civil engineering 1997 - 1998
Skills
Construction, Engineering, Tunneling, Project Planning, Drainage, RAMS, Carbon Accounting, Business Process..., Lean Construction, Shafts, Highways, Contract Management, Six Sigma, Subcontracting, Earthworks, Commercial Management, Site Management, Sewer, Value Engineering, Stakeholder Management, Cost Management, Project Management, Road, Sustainability, Change Management, Construction Management, Risk Management, Lean Six Sigma, Water, TOC, Project Delivery, NEC3, Civil Engineering, Project Control, Program Management, Concrete, Leadership
Nick Jeffreys MA,MCIPD
Telefonica UK
Management Consulting
Education
Lancaster University 2007 — 2009
MA, Management Learning and Leadership
The Open University 1999 — 2001
Diploma, Management Studies
The Manchester Metropolitan University 1993 — 1994
Postrgaduate Diploma, Human Resource Management
Leeds University 1985 — 1989
BSc(Hons), Chemistry
MBTI
OPP
Prince 2
Experience
O2 (Telefónica UK) September 2014 - Present
Various organisations November 2013 - September 2014
ASDA September 2012 - September 2013
Royal Bank of Scotland October 2011 - September 2012
Xchanging April 2006 - May 2011
Huntswood February 2004 - November 2005
Edexcel & Pearson UK 2003 - 2004
Britannic Retirement Solutions 2001 - 2003
Halifax 1995 - 2001
Eagle Star Life 1990 - 1993
Skills
Assessment Center, Project Planning, Training, Business Transformation, Performance Management, Consulting, Culture Change, Management, Employee Engagement, Leadership, 360 Feedback, Strategic Planning, Team Management, Management Consulting, Change Management, Workshop Facilitation, Training Delivery, Process Improvement, Organizational Learning, Outsourcing, MBTI, Personal Development, Organizational Design, HR Transformation, Strategy, HR Consulting, Talent Management, Performance Improvement, Leadership Development, Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Succession Planning, Executive Coaching, Organizational..., Human Resources, Personnel Management, Management Development, Project Management, Employee Relations
Nick John
Experienced Supply Chain professional at Shell
Logistics and Supply Chain
Education
The Open University 2003 — 2007
MBA, Senior Management
Southampton 1992 — 1996
Bachelor’s Degree, Transport with Logistics BSc (Hons), 2:1
Experience
Shell International Petroleum Company Limited July 2011 - Present
Blue Max Group February 2008 - June 2011
Sara Lee UK Ltd March 2001 - January 2008
Unilever January 1999 - March 2001
Bodyshop International 1997 - 1999
British American Tobacco 1996 - 1997
Skills
ERP, SAP R/3, Demand Planning, Supplier Management, SAP APO, MRP, Supply Chain..., Data Analysis, Purchasing, Category Management, Supply Chain Management, FMCG, Management, Procurement, Negotiation, Demand Forecasting, Strategic Sourcing, Forecasting, SAP, Supply, Product Development, Supply Chain, APO, Inventory Management, Supply Management, Excel, Cross-functional Team..., Problem Solving
Nick Johns
at GPPC Ltd
Management Consulting
Education
Lancaster University 1995 — 1998
MSc, Project Management
The Open University 1990 — 1993
MBA, Business
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd 1974 — 1977
Ba (hons) II(i), History
Experience
APM 2010 - Present
GPPC Limited October 2008 - Present
RCUK April 2007 - September 2008
STFC July 2002 - March 2007
Marconi May 1987 - June 2002
Plessey May 1982 - April 1987
Marconi Underwater Systems April 1978 - April 1982
Skills
Strategy, Shared Services, Management Consulting, Business Process Design, Performance Improvement, Business Process, Organizational Design, MS Project, Certified Project..., Project Management, Business Analysis, Project Delivery, Process Engineering, Public Sector, Business Transformation, Business Process..., Resource Management, Business Process..., Consultancy, Gateway, Programme Delivery, Project Planning, Process Improvement, People Management, Coaching, Governance, Planning, Organizational Change, Mentoring, Assurance, Procurement, Programmes, IT Strategy, Project Portfolio..., OGC, Benefits Realisation, Contract Management, Business Case, Stakeholder Management, PRINCE2, Culture Change, Management, Change Management, Team Building, Team Management, Private Sector, PMO, Service Delivery, Program Management, PMP
Nick Johnston
Chief Operating Officer
Computer Software
Education
The Open University
Environmental Science
Experience
Antivia January 2011 - Present
NCCA January 2007 - January 2011
TaxAssist Accountants December 2003 - May 2005
Business Objects December 2001 - May 2003
Blue Edge Software 2001 - 2001
Halifax 1991 - 2000
Skills
Management, Strategy, SaaS, Account Management, Business Planning, Business Development, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software
Nick Kealy
Local Business Development Manager Vindis Volkswagen Bedford
Automotive
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2018
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Camborne School and Community College 1991 — 1997
Experience
Vindis Group September 2014 - Present
Jardine Motors Group December 2012 - September 2014
Citroen September 2011 - November 2012
HM Forces January 1997 - August 2011
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Team Leadership, Automotive, Automotive Aftermarket, Vehicles, Automobile, Six Sigma, Business Planning, Operations Management, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Management, Profit, Fleet Management, Sales Operations, Customer Service, New Business Development, B2B, Key Account Management, Account Management, Business Development, Sales Management, Sales, Team Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Sales Process
Nick Kendall
Head Of Network Engineering/Chief Engineer Airbus Defence and Space (former Astrium Services)
Defense & Space
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2008
Professional Dipolma In Management
The Open University 1996 — 1999
BSc, Bachelor Of Science
BTEC Ordinary National Certificate in Engineering. 1985 — 1987
Engineering
Paignton College 1979 — 1984
School
Experience
Airbus Defence and Space April 2011 - Present
Serco November 1995 - July 1996
Royal Air Force May 1985 - November 1995
Skills
Integration, SATCOM, Microwave, Electronic Warfare, Cross-functional Team..., Networking, Strategic Visionary, Team Leadership, Radar, Telecommunications, IP, Management, Defence, C4ISR, System Design, Secure Communications, RF, Aerospace, Military, Security, Systems Engineering, Network Operations, Avionics, MOD, Service Delivery, Space Systems, Spacecraft, Security Clearance, Network Engineering, Antennas, Satellite Communications, Strategy, Configuration Management, Program Management, NATO, Computer Network..., System Requirements, Satellite, Ministry Of Defence, VSAT, Network Design, Engineering Management, Chief Engineer, Team Management, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Management, Testing, System Architecture
Nick Kluger-Langer
Digital Forensics Officer
Law Enforcement
Education
The University of Wolverhampton 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Biochemistry
The Open University
Forensic Science and Technology
Experience
West Midlands Police March 2014 - Present
West Midlands Police September 2012 - March 2014
West Midlands Police June 2004 - September 2012
Skills
Computer Forensics, Digital Photography, Investigation, Evidence, Digital Forensics, Fingerprinting, Crime Scene..., TrueCrypt, Performance Management, XRY, Crime Scene Photography, Mobile Devices Forensics, Mobile phone forensics, Cellebrite, EnCase, Forensic Analysis, Criminal Investigations
Nick Kurth
Vice President at The British Mountaineering Council
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
King's College London, U. of London 2001 — 2001
MA, International Studies
Royal College of Defence Studies 2001 — 2001
Geopolitics, international relations and conflict prevention
The Open University 1998 — 1999
MBA
RAF Advanced Staff Course 1991 — 1991
International/war studies, leadership and strategic management
Experience
The British Mountaineering Council April 2015 - Present
The Ulysses Trust August 2013 - Present
The British Mountaineering Council May 2013 - April 2015
The Ulysses Trust February 2013 - July 2013
Amey January 2012 - October 2012
Royal Air Force July 2007 - December 2010
MOD UK 2004 - 2008
Defence Logistics Organisation/Defence Equipment and Support January 2006 - July 2007
UK Ministry of Defence January 2003 - December 2005
MOD UK January 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Organizational Change, Business Development, Risk Assessment, Aircraft, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Team Leadership, International Relations, Defence, Change Management, Engineering, Logistics, Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Business Transformation, Policy, Security Clearance, Military Operations, Defense, Infrastructure, Command, Afghanistan, Leadership, Aviation, Program Management, Supply Chain Management, Contingency Planning, Service Delivery, Ministry Of Defence, Aerospace, Operations Management, Military, Public Finance, Operational Planning, Asset Managment, Contract Management, MOD, Weapons, APMP Qualified
Nick Landon
Director at Precision Chains Limited
Industrial Automation
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2007
BSc, Business Administration and Management, General
Ministry of Defence – Civilian Apprenticeship Scheme 1999 — 2004
Technical Engineering Apprenticeship
Telford College of Arts and Technology 1999 — 2004
BTEC HNC Mechanical Manufacture, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
Precision Chains Limited March 2015 - Present
Precision Chains Limited November 2012 - March 2015
Precision Chains Limited April 2012 - November 2012
British Army May 2007 - April 2012
Skills
Process Control, Engineering, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Commissioning, Project Engineering, Instrumentation, Automation, Engineering Management
Nick Lansdell
Outdoor Learning and Devlopment Manager at South Lanarkshire Lesiure and Culture
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
Open University 2006 — 2007
PG Bus Admin, Business Administration
University of Dundee - Northern College 1998 — 1999
PG DIp Com Ed
Heriot-Watt University 1992 — 1993
DPSE (Outdoor Ed)
The University of Edinburgh 1991 — 1992
MA
Moray House Institute of Education 1990 — 1991
PGCE
University of Edinburgh 1987 — 1990
BA
Experience
South Lanarkshire Lesiure and Culture October 2010 - Present
Outdoor Resource Base August 1999 - September 2010
Nick Larter
Owner, ESP Technologies Ltd.
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1993 — 1996
MBA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1988 — 1988
n/a
Newcastle University 1979 — 1982
B.Sc.
Experience
ESP Technologies Ltd. February 2003 - Present
Systemics Network International February 1998 - November 2012
4CON Space Ltd. May 2004 - January 2010
Astrocourier (Ireland) Ltd. December 2000 - November 2009
Space Applications Services SA NV December 1991 - July 1996
Brunel Institute for Bioengineering December 1989 - November 1991
Skills
IT Strategy, Benefit Cost Analysis, Strategy, Strategic Financial..., English, System Integration..., Life Cycle Cost Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Disaster Recovery, Entrepreneurship, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Management Consulting, Systems Analysis, Space Systems, Business Planning, Requirements Analysis, Business Continuity, Business Development, Aerospace, Border Control, Operating Budgets, Project Management, Total Cost of Ownership
Nick Laughton
Senior Airworthiness Surveyor at Aviation Compliance Limited
Aviation & Aerospace
Education
The Open University 1995 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Engineering Technology, General
Okehampton Comprehensive 1973 — 1979
Experience
Aviation Compliance Limited July 2009 - Present
UK Ministry of Defence September 1979 - July 2009
UK Ministry of Defence 1997 - 2000
Skills
Air Force, NATO, Security Clearance, Aircraft, Human Factors, Military Aviation, Military Training, Systems Engineering, Military Operations, Electronic Warfare, Maintenance Management, Command, System Safety, Helicopters, Aircraft Systems, Maintenance & Repair, Avionics, Military, Flight Test, Flight Safety, Safety Management..., Aviation, Planned Preventative..., Aeronautics, Flights, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Aircraft Design, Civil Aviation, UAV, Aerospace, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, Commercial Aviation, Military Experience, Defence, Operational Planning, Defense, Weapons, MOD, Navy, Aircraft Maintenance, Propulsion, Engineering Management, Configuration Management, Overhaul, Airworthiness, Ministry Of Defence, Radar
Nick Leake
Counsellor at British Embassy Berlin
Government Administration
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2010
MBA, Business
University of Warwick 1990 — 1994
L.LB, Law and European Law
Experience
British Embassy Berlin June 2014 - Present
British High Commission, Mauritius September 2010 - June 2014
British Embassy Sofia September 2006 - September 2010
FCO January 2005 - October 2005
Commission for Africa March 2004 - December 2004
HM Treasury December 2002 - March 2004
UK Permanent Representation to EU September 2000 - December 2002
British Embassy Budapest September 1996 - September 2000
Skills
International..., Policy, Economics, Program Management, European Union, Hungarian, International Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Government, Foreign Policy Analysis, German, Bulgarian, Foreign Policy, Public Policy, Public Sector, Economic Policy, Policy Analysis, French, Diplomacy
Nick Lock MBA
NonExecutive Director for DEFRA at Rural Payments Agency
Automotive
Education
The Open University 1987 — 1994
MBA, Business
Wallingford Grammar School
Experience
Ministry of Justice June 2013 - Present
Rural Payments Agency Oversight Board October 2009 - December 2012
DuPont Refinish Systems January 2002 - May 2009
Skills
Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Strategy
Nick Lowe
Senior Portfolio Design Manager (Contract) at Royal Bank of Scotland
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2010
ProfessIonal Certificate in Management
Mosman High School 1993 — 1995
Experience
Royal Bank of Scotland May 2015 - Present
The Regus Group May 2014 - May 2015
Royal Bank of Scotland June 2013 - May 2014
RBS Invoice Finance August 2010 - May 2013
RBS Invoice Finance August 2008 - July 2010
RBS Invoice Finance January 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Business Analysis, Business Process..., Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Commercial Banking, Risk Management, Project Management, Relationship Management, Business Transformation, Financial Risk, PRINCE2, Banking, Credit Risk, Project Delivery, Portfolio Management
Nick Ludlam
Senior Engineering Specialist at FM Approvals
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
University of the West of England 1982 — 1983
Physics
Sheffield Hallam University 1978 — 1981
HND, Applied Physics
Silverdale
The Open University
BSc
Experience
FM Approvals June 1996 - Present
Sira Test & Certification Ltd August 1983 - May 1996
Skills
Electricians, Project Management, Instrumentation, Electronics, Testing, ATEX, Automation, Project Engineering, Product Development, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, ISO
Nick Lyle
Technical Support Engineer at Steljes
Information Technology and Services
Education
University of York 1997 — 2000
Music Technology with Music, Music Technology, 2:1 Batchelor of Arts with Honours
The Open University 2009 — 2010
Exploring Psychology (module), 2:2
ESSU Fareham 2008 — 2008
PTLLS - Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector.
University of California, Berkeley 2014 — 2014
The Science of Happiness, Positive Psychology, Pass
Experience
Steljes September 2013 - Present
Nielsen November 2012 - July 2013
Scottish and Southern Energy March 2011 - November 2012
Scottish and Southern Energy July 2008 - March 2011
Roland UK March 2001 - February 2007
Skills
Technical Support, Finance, Customer Service, Unix, Technical Sales, Retail Banking, Renewable Energy, Audio Engineering, Team Facilitation, Cakewalk Sonar, Quality Center, Positive Psychology, Energy, Music Technology
Nick Lyon
Marketing Manager
Marketing and Advertising
Education
The Institute of Direct and Digital Marketing 2013 — 2013
PG Dip, Digital Marketing
The Open University 2013 — 2013
Technologies for Digital Media
Queen Mary, U. of London 2009 — 2012
Master of Science (MSc), Digital Music Processing
University of Derby 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Music Technology & Audio Systems Design, 1st Class Honours
Spalding Grammar School 1995 — 2002
GCSE's & A-Levels
Experience
Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited May 2015 - Present
Frontline March 2014 - April 2015
Frontline September 2010 - February 2014
Seymour June 2010 - August 2010
Frontline February 2010 - May 2010
Frontline July 2008 - January 2010
SONS Recording & Publishing Ltd. September 2007 - June 2008
Frontline November 2006 - November 2007
Frontline June 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Presentations, Management, Digital Marketing, Music Technology, Product Development, Digital Media, Publishing, Competitive Analysis, Product Design, Music Production, Data Analysis, PowerPoint, Audio Engineering, Marketing, Audio Editing, Retail Category..., Performance Reporting, Business Strategy, Product Management, MIDI, Digital Electronics, Audio Processing, Sound Editing, Magazines, VBA, Music Theory, KPI Dashboards, Audio Post Production, Commercials, Digital Signal..., Executive Reporting, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Launches, Negotiation, Budget Forecasts, Professional Audio, Reporting & Analysis, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Strategy, Project Management, Sound Reinforcement, Microsoft Excel, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Electronics, P&L Management
Nick Mabbutt
Sales & Marketing Director
Plastics
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2010
Professional Certificate in Management, Pass
Jonville, Paris 2007 — 2008
Finance and Financial Management Services
Experience
klockner Pentaplast September 2012 - Present
ASP Packaging Ltd September 2009 - May 2012
ASP Packaging Ltd September 2009 - May 2012
Alcan July 1995 - May 2009
Skills
Technically minded..., Working with different..., Value creation /..., Team Leadership, Cost Management, Account Management, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Sales Development, Cost Modelling through..., Business Development
Nick Malbon
Owner, lighting made simple
Entertainment
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2015
BA Design and Innovation, Design, Engineering
Experience
lighting made simple April 2010 - Present
National Theatre of Scotland 2011 - 2013
SNP Productions 2010 - 2013
MTV Networks 2005 - 2013
Justlite 2003 - 2013
Riverdance - Abhann Productions Limited 2005 - 2006
Opera Ireland 2000 - 2003
Wexford Festival Opera 1994 - 2003
Grange Park Opera 1998 - 1999
Edinburgh International Festival 1989 - 1995
Skills
Corporate Events, Sound, Festivals, Video, Lighting, Entertainment, Audio Engineering, Stage Lighting, Theatre, Television, Lighting Design, Live Events, AV, Production Managment, Film, Projection, Lighting Control
Nick Mallinson
Programme Manager at University of Warwick
Research
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Imperial College London 1975 — 1982
B.Sc(Eng), DIC, PhD, Electrical Engineering
Experience
University of Warwick January 2012 - Present
University of Warwick May 2005 - December 2011
Dynex Semiconductor Limited January 2000 - November 2004
Mitel Semiconductor Limited February 1998 - January 2000
GEC Plessey Semiconductors Ltd 1990 - 1998
Marconi Electronic Devices Limited 1985 - 1990
Cambridge Consultants Limited September 1982 - December 1984
Marconi Space & Defence Systems Ltd 1974 - 1978
Skills
R&D, Project Planning, Electronics, Proposal Writing, Marketing, Partnerships, Project Management, Program Management, Electric Vehicles, R, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Semiconductors, Management, Data Analysis, Business Development, Engineering, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Research
Nick Maunder
COO at KAL
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), In progress
Aston University 1986 — 1989
BEng (Hons) First Class, Mechanical Engineering
APM 2004 — 2004
PRINCE 2 Practitioner, Project Management
JSCSS
Diploma in Management, General Leadership and Management
Experience
KAL June 2014 - Present
Global Navigation Solutions February 2014 - June 2014
Petrotechnics February 2012 - February 2014
Ark May 2004 - January 2012
Royal Air Force August 1989 - January 2006