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
Richard Pond
Software Developer at Optix Software
Information Technology and Services
Education
University of Cambridge 1996 — 1998
Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd 2011 — 2012
Translation Studies, French
The Open University 2003 — 2009
BA, Language Studies, French, Classics
Experience
Optix Software October 2013 - Present
Protronics April 2001 - October 2013
CSI Europe / TAC UK April 1999 - March 2001
Skills
.NET, Visual Basic, Drupal, Web Services, Software Design, XML, Software Development, SQL, JavaScript, ASP.NET, Visual Studio, C#, Agile Methodologies, Microsoft SQL Server, French, E-commerce, Java, HTML, Testing
Richard Porter
Head of Consumer Digital Products at O2 (Telefónica UK)
Computer Software
Education
Open University Business School 1997 — 1998
Professional Certificate in Management
University of Bristol 1987 — 1990
First (Hons), Computer Systems Engineering
Experience
O2 (Telefónica UK) October 2013 - Present
Telefónica O2 UK November 2009 - Present
O2 UK March 2008 - December 2009
LogicaCMG/Acision January 2006 - October 2007
LogicaCMG October 2004 - December 2005
LogicaCMG April 2004 - September 2004
LogicaCMG Germany October 2003 - March 2004
LogicaCMG February 2003 - September 2003
Logica plc March 2001 - February 2003
Logica UK July 1997 - February 2001
Skills
Mobile Internet, Mobile Devices, Product Marketing, Mobile Communications, Mergers, Strategy, Project Management, Wireless, Leadership, Mergers & Acquisitions, Product Management, Change Management, SMS, Telecommunications, Business Strategy, Mobile Technology, Business Development, Management, Channel
Richard Postles
Marine Surveyor at Inserve Marine Technical Services
Maritime
Education
The Open University 1999 — 2003
BSc Hon, Systems Analysis
South Tyneside College 1987 — 1989
HND, Marine Engineering
Liverpool College 1975 — 1987
Experience
Inserve Marine Technical Services January 2008 - Present
Mercyships December 2004 - December 2007
The China Navigation Co Pte Ltd September 1996 - April 2005
P&O Cruises September 1989 - June 1996
Shell Tankers September 1986 - September 1989
Skills
International Shipping, Ships, Marine Engineering, Marine Operations, ISM, Shipping, Maritime, Maritime Operations
Richard Powles-Brown
Propery manager, renovator, TEDS SA
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1988 — 1994
Psychology, Telecommunications
Royal Liberty School 1977 — 1981
secondary Education
Squirrels Heath 1972 — 1977
Primary Education
Experience
Air Display and Print February 2012 - November 2012
TEDS SA May 2008 - March 2012
TEDS 2003 - April 2008
Digitalk August 1999 - 2001
Interoute September 1996 - August 1999
Certacom Ltd February 1996 - August 1996
Career Break September 1995 - December 1995
Certacom December 1990 - August 1995
Self Employed July 1990 - December 1990
Exchange Telegraph Company Limited (EXTEL) February 1988 - July 1990
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Entrepreneurship, Key Account Management, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Strategy, New Business Development, Telecommunications, VoIP, Management, CRM, Team Management, English, Management Consulting, Customer Service, Outsourcing, Business Strategy, Product Management, Flexible Approach, Business Planning, Team Building, Testing, Integration, Networking, Change Management, IT Strategy, Negotiation, Team Leadership, Property Management, Training, Leadership, Technical Documentation, Business Development
Richard Preston
Solutions Architect at Philips Healthcare
Hospital & Health Care
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2012
Foundation degree, Computer Science, Pass
Scheidegger Training 2001 — 2002
A+ / Network +, Information Technology, Pass with Merit
Oaklands College of Technology, Welwyn Garden City 1990 — 1992
HNC, Electromechanical Engineering, Pass with Distinction
Mountbatten School 1985 — 1990
n/a, GCSE, GSCE's (Various)
Experience
Philips Healthcare July 2012 - Present
McKesson Medical Imaging Group October 2010 - July 2012
Agfa Healthcare UK Ltd September 2005 - October 2010
ComMedica 2004 - 2006
Fujifilm Medical Systems September 1999 - December 2004
Xerox January 1995 - February 1999
Skills
PRINCE2, Software Implementation, Network Load Balancing, CRM, Service Management, HL7, Testing, Medical Imaging, VNA, SAN, Project Portfolio..., Technical Support, Digital Imaging, ITIL v3 Foundations..., Product Management, EHR, Security, PACS, Process Improvement, Solaris, IHE, Software Documentation, Managed Services, Integration, DICOM, Pre-sales, Management, XDS / XDSi, Business Continuity, ITIL, Informatics, IT Management, Radiology, Healthcare, Healthcare Information..., Enterprise Software, Active Directory, System Deployment, Solution Architecture, Troubleshooting, VMware, RIS, Storage, Service Delivery, EMR, Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Project Management, VMware ESX, IT Service Management
Richard Prosser
Account Director at JLL
Facilities Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2008
BEng, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
JLL May 2015 - Present
ParkServe Ltd May 2013 - April 2015
ParkServe Ltd December 2012 - May 2013
Jones Lang LaSalle September 2011 - December 2012
Jones Lang LaSalle December 2010 - September 2011
Jones Lang LaSalle February 2008 - December 2010
Pfizer May 2001 - February 2008
Pfizer September 1994 - May 2001
Skills
Facilities Management, HVAC, Reliability Engineering, Preventive Maintenance, Commissioning, Planned Preventative..., Boilers, Pumps, Maintenance Management, Maintenance & Repair, Maintenance Engineering, Facilities Operations, RCM, Predictive Maintenance, Reliability, Project Engineering, Equipment Maintenance, Building Management..., Plant Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Electricians, Engineering, Inspection, Energy Management
Richard Putnam
Treasury Supervisor (maternity cover) at Royal Society of Chemistry
Environmental Services
Education
The University of Reading 2008 — 2010
BSc (hons), Environmental Management, 2:1
The Open University 2007 — 2008
Science & Environment, 2 x pass & 1 x distinction
Experience
Royal Society of Chemistry May 2014 - Present
RSPB November 2012 - May 2014
Wildlife Trust BCNP January 2012 - October 2012
Capstone Mortgage Services (Lehman Brothers) 2005 - 2007
SPML 2000 - 2005
Household Mortgage Corporation 1990 - 2000
Equity & Law 1981 - 1990
Skills
Wildlife, Management, Project Management, Conservation Issues, treasury / cash...
Richard Pyka
Corporate Head of Information Services at Linkage Community Trust
Human Resources
Education
Grimsby College 1995 — 1997
BTEC HNC Business Data Processing, Business Data Processing
The University of Huddersfield
BA in Education and Training, Education, Honours
The Open University
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Techniology, Honours
The University of Huddersfield
Grimsby College Further Education
Experience
Linkage Community Trust September 2013 - Present
Linkage Community Trust July 2011 - Present
Humber Learning Consortium June 2003 - March 2011
Manager IT September 2000 - December 2002
Skills
Network Administration, Management Information..., Windows, Performance Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Management..., Team Leadership, SQL Server Management, Line Management, Database Management, Team Building, SQL Server Reporting..., ISC Sector Consultancy, Dashboard Builder, Leadership, E-Learning, Web Design, Management Development, Project Management, Leadership Development, Educational Data..., Public Sector, Information Systems..., Recruiting, Visual Studio, Database Building
Richard Quigley TMInstR
Senior Facilities/HVAC Engineer at OCS Group Uk Ltd
Facilities Services
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2019
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Engineering, Bsc(Hons)
Arena Training
City And Guilds, 17th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations
College of Wolverhampton 2012 — 2013
Business Administration and Management, General Level 2
Basford Hall College 2010 — 2012
Nvq2 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician, NVQ2
Westfield Comprehensive 1992 — 1996
Experience
OCS Group UK November 2013 - Present
ECG FS October 2008 - October 2013
AirCon World Ltd January 2006 - August 2008
Robert James January 2003 - November 2005
Sallco 2000 November 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Training, HVAC Controls, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Procurement, Building Services, Refrigeration, Analysis, Customer Service, Project Management, Engineering, Plumbing, Preventive Maintenance, Teamwork, Building Management..., Program Management, Troubleshooting, Time Management, Team Management, Maintenance Management, Energy Management, HVAC, Leadership
Richard Quilter
Owner Angler Web Design
Design
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2011
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Aldenham
Experience
Angler Web Design January 2015 - Present
Liddzz Ltd August 2014 - January 2015
Just2Connect Ltd August 2013 - August 2014
Bike Republic Ltd February 2011 - August 2013
BNI 2013 - 2013
Lower Road Signs 2007 - 2008
Aim Graphics 2005 - 2007
Skills
Retail Purchasing, Sales&Marketing, Cycling, Marketing Strategy, Gold Leaf, Sales Process, Team Leadership, Point-of-purchase..., Retail Buying, Sales Presentations, Signage, Marketing, Customer Service, Trade Show Signage, Networking, Graphic Design, New Business Development, Retail Displays, Management, Web Design
Richard Rae
ESP Engineer at Perenco
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Engineering
West Lothian College 1995 — 1997
Diploma, HNC Mechatronics
West Calder High School 1984 — 1989
English, Physics, Computer Studies, Chemistry, Mathematics, Craft & Design, Biology, Geography
Experience
Perenco September 2013 - Present
Scandinavia April 2010 - September 2013
Artificial Lift Surveillance Centre Inverurie October 2009 - April 2010
BP Wytch Farm March 2006 - October 2009
Artificial Lift Surveillance Centre Inverurie October 2004 - March 2006
BP Wytch Farm - Artificial Lift August 2001 - October 2004
Chungwa Picture Tubes September 1997 - August 2001
Marshalls Food Groups August 1989 - August 1997
Skills
Prosper, Offshore Drilling, Well Testing, Subpump, Prosperity, MS Office Applications, Process Book, Visual Basic..., Operations Management, Onshore, Gas, Completion, Artificial Lift, Engineering, Commissioning, Oil & Gas, Microsoft Office, Pumps, Completions, Energy, Oilfield, VBA, ESP Applications..., ESP, Artificial Lift System..., Upstream, Petroleum, Logging, Petroleum Engineering, Reservoir Management, Production Optimisation
Richard Ram
Composer | Programmer
Music
Education
Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht 2013 — 2014
Master of Music Design, Game audio
The Open University 2013 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), Creative Design for Digital Cultures
Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Music, Composition and Sound Design for Adaptive Systems, with honours
Experience
Richard Ram Music September 2013 - Present
SoundVibe December 2013 - Present
Mediacollege Amsterdam September 2013 - Present
HKU (Hogeschool voor de Kunsten Utrecht) September 2013 - December 2013
Skills
Video Games, Logic Pro, Film, Programming, Composition, Game Development, Sound Editing, Music Production, Game Design, Audio Engineering, Sound Design
Richard Rawlings
at
Construction
Education
Open College of the Arts 2015 — 2020
Bsc, Photography
National Design Academy 2004 — 2005
Interior Design, Diploma
Oxford Open Learning 2001 — 2003
French Language and Literature, GCSE and A level
The Open University 1994 — 1995
Business Administration and Management, General, Pass
St Ivo 1982 — 1994
Photography, City and Guilds
Huntingdon Regional College 1987 — 1989
Business Administration and Management, General, Btec 2 merits 2 passes
Blue School Wells
Experience
BeModern September 2015 - Present
Anglia Fireplaces October 1999 - September 2015
ARCO May 1997 - May 1999
Anglo Polymers June 1991 - May 1996
Skills
New Business Development, Negotiation, Sales, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Management
Richard Ream
Maintenance Supervisor at Transocean
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2003
BSc (Hons), Electronics, Computing & Digital Data Comms, 2:1
Peterhead Academy 1976 — 1981
Experience
Transocean November 2012 - Present
Transocean October 2010 - November 2012
Transocean October 2006 - October 2010
Royal Air Force November 1981 - October 2006
Skills
Onshore, Preventive Maintenance, Offshore Operations, Offshore Drilling, Corrective Maintenance, Electricians, Commissioning, Maintenance Management, Project Management, Pumps, Petroleum
Richard Rees
UX/UI Creative
Design
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2014
Fundamentals of Interactive Design
CCTA
HND (Distinction), Multi-disciplinary Computer Applications
Experience
Trinity College London February 2015 - Present
Keytree July 2014 - December 2014
Golfonline August 2013 - October 2014
Global Personals February 2014 - July 2014
Minttulip Limited October 2013 - January 2014
Global Personals May 2013 - September 2013
Avvio Reply October 2012 - December 2012
Transform UK March 2012 - July 2012
The Clarion Portfolio September 2010 - March 2012
Bang Communications April 2006 - November 2009
Skills
Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Information..., User Experience, User Interface Design, Communication Design, Web Design, CS5, Creative Visualization, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Flow Visualization, Photoshop, Conceptual Design, Prototyping, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Agile Methodologies, Interaction Design, Rapid Visualization, UX, Usability Design, E-commerce, Usability, User Interface, User-centered Design, Information Design, Branding & Identity, OmniGraffle, Iconography, Scamping, Illustrator, Style Guides, Wireframes, User Flows, Invision, Icon Design
Richard Reeve
Owner at Folkestone Magazines
Retail
Education
The Open University 1976 — 1980
BA, Technology/Maths
Hiilside, Folkestone 1957 — 1962
SLC, Science Grade 1
Experience
Folkestone Magazines 2006 - Present
Rare Old Books January 2000 - Present
European Transport Services Ltd 1992 - 1999
Island Investments Ltd January 1989 - 1999
Marinie Insurance Services Ltd 1991 - 1995
Commercial Finance Publication December 1987 - January 1989
Nantona Plc 1987 - 1988
Plexus January 1986 - December 1986
Skills
Public Speaking, Team Building, Social Media, Retail, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Sales, Customer Service, Merchandising, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy
Richard Rendall
Senior Childcare Worker at Keys Group
Individual & Family Services
Education
Coleg Powys 2007 — 2008
PGCE, Post 16 Education
The Open University 1998 — 2005
BSc Natural Sciences, Environmental & Earth Sciences
Norfolk College of Arts & Technology 1993 — 1994
Diploma in outdoor Activities, Mountaineering, Canoeing, Rock Climbing
University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne 1987 — 1990
Architectural Studies, uncompleted
Prestatyn High School 1980 — 1987
Experience
Keys Group September 2015 - Present
Brynllywarch Hall School September 2010 - August 2015
Welshpool Canoe Club 2012 - August 2013
Coleg Powys 2008 - 2010
Tregynon Hall School 2000 - 2008
George Fisher's April 1997 - October 1997
Staylittle Outdoor Education Centre March 1995 - November 1996
MERC Marine Education & Recreation Centre November 1995 - February 1996
Eurocamp 1993 - 1994
Skills
Duke of Edinburgh Award, Lesson Planning, Team Building, Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Teaching, Outdoor Recreation, kayaking, Outdoor Education, Experiential Learning, Special Education, Experiential Education, Behavior Management, Classroom Management, Curriculum Design, Kayak, Classroom, Canoeing
Richard Roof
Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Hitachi Rail Europe
Railroad Manufacture
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.c.). Hons, Technology, 2/1
Newcastle College 1996 — 2000
BTec NC, HNC, HND, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Distinction
Experience
Hitachi Rail Europe September 2015 - Present
Rayovac March 2004 - August 2015
Rayovac October 1996 - March 2004
Skills
Project Engineering, Manufacturing..., TPM, Manufacturing, Project Planning, Maintenance Management, Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Process Engineering, Operations Management, Supplier Quality, Product Development, Engineering Management, SPC, Purchasing, Procurement, Quality System, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Team Leadership, Value Stream Mapping, Electrical Engineering, 5S, Program Management, SolidWorks, ISO, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Preventive Maintenance, SAP, FMEA, Project Management, AutoCAD, Root Cause Analysis, Supply Chain Management, CAD, Continuous Improvement
Richard Rowland
Performance Director at First Capital Connect
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Education
The Open University 1995 — 2000
MBA, Business Management
Experience
First Capital Connect June 2013 - Present
First Group October 2011 - June 2013
FirstGroup August 2009 - August 2011
First Group August 2007 - August 2009
First Group August 2005 - August 2007
Go Ahead Group April 2004 - August 2005
Go Ahead Group January 2003 - April 2004
Strategic Rail Authority 1999 - 2003
Skills
Project Delivery, Change Management, Performance Management, Project Management, Operations Management, Infrastructure, Leadership, Railway, Transportation Planning, Customer Service, Freight, Budgets, Transportation..., Stakeholder Management, Commercial Management, Rolling Stock, Project Bidding, Strategy, Rail, Management, Business Process..., Rail Operations, Project Planning, Transportation, Business Strategy, Contract Management, Team Leadership, Light Rail, Safety Management..., Procurement, Public Transport
Richard Rowland
General Manager
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Education
The Open University 1995 — 2000
Masters of Business Administration
Experience
First Group October 2011 - Present
First Group August 2009 - October 2011
First Group August 2007 - August 2009
First Group August 2005 - August 2007
Go Ahead Group April 2004 - August 2005
Go Ahead Group January 2003 - April 2004
Skills
Transportation, Public Transport, Transportation..., Railway, Rail
Richard Rudin
Senior Lecturer at Liverpool John Moores University
Higher Education
Education
University of Leicester 1997 — 1999
MA in Mass Communications, Mass Comminications
The Open University 1984 — 1988
BA (Hons), Social Sciences
John Willmott Grammar School 1968 — 1973
Experience
Liverpool John Moores University September 1998 - Present
BBC 1989 - 1992
Midland News Association 1976 - 1979
Skills
E-Learning, Editing, Editorial, Training, Radio Broadcasting, College Teaching, Research Design, Event Management, Broadcast, Lecturing, Qualitative Research, Journalism, Research, Distance Learning, Change Management, Publishing, University Teaching, Public Relations, Curriculum Development, Television, Public Speaking, Social Media, Radio, Higher Education, Grant Writing, Educational Leadership, Teaching, Curriculum Design, New Media
Richard Rust
Managing Director, DMM International Ltd
Sporting Goods
Education
The Open University 1995 — 1997
MBA, Financial Strategy & Performance Measurement
The University of Manchester 1985 — 1989
BSc, Mechanical Engineering
Experience
DMM International Ltd September 2013 - Present
DMM Engineering Ltd / DMM International Ltd January 2011 - Present
Wild Country Ltd January 2011 - December 2012
K3 Business Technology Group July 2009 - December 2010
K3 Business Technology Group April 2007 - June 2010
McGuffie Brunton Ltd August 2001 - March 2007
Wild Country Ltd April 1996 - August 2001
DMM Engineering Ltd August 1989 - March 1996
Skills
Operations Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Crystal Reports, Software Implementation, Workflow, Document Management, Management, Solution Selling, Process Improvement, Software Project..., Manufacturing, Microsoft CRM, ERP, IT Management, Financial Reporting, Strategic Financial..., IT Strategy, CRM, Change Management, Business Strategy, Lean Thinking, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process..., Project Management, Integration, Strategy, SQL Reporting Services, Business Process
Richard Sachse
SEND Consultant at L B of Redbridge
Education Management
Education
The Open University 1990 — 1994
Master of Arts (M.A.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Experience
London Borough of Redbridge, February 2014 - Present
London Borough of Havering October 2014 - January 2015
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea September 2000 - August 2008
London Borough of Brent September 1994 - August 2000
Skills
Policy, Education Leadership..., Recruitment, Recruiting, Educational Leadership, Special Educational..., School Improvement, Equality & Diversity, Special Education, Staff Development, Local Government, Coaching for effective..., Continuing Professional..., CPD, Teacher Training, Coaching, Management, Programme Governance, Public Sector, Community Engagement, School Governance, Evaluation and...
Richard Sainsbury - BEng, MBA
Engineering Manager at Formax UK Ltd
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2012
Masters
University of Portsmouth 1994 — 1998
BEng Hons
Experience
Formax UK Ltd September 2014 - Present
Skills
TPM, Energy Efficiency, Program Management, Engineering Management, Product Development, 5S, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Energy, Kaizen, Strategy, Lean Manufacturing, HVAC, Project Planning, Design for Manufacturing, Project Management, R&D, Leadership, Kanban, Project Engineering, Six Sigma, Mechanical Engineering, FMEA, Testing, Process Improvement, Management, Aerospace, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, Process Engineering
Richard Salter
Qualification Engineer at Pall Corporation
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 1996 — 2005
Diploma in Management, Certificate in Natural Sciences
University of Hertfordshire 1992 — 1996
B.Eng(Hons), Aerospace Systems Engineering
King's College Taunton 1983 — 1992
Experience
Pall Corporation March 2013 - Present
Muirhead Aerospace October 2002 - February 2013
Alenia Marconi Systems September 1999 - September 2002
Pall Corporation 1995 - September 1999
Skills
Defence, Engineering, Microsoft Office, Aerospace, Testing, Mechanical Engineering, Change Management, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Systems Engineering, Product Development, Six Sigma, Technical Documentation, Engineering Management, Lean Manufacturing
Richard Samuel
Chairman of Board of Trustees CAB BANES
Information Services
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2019
Bachelor’s Degree, Politics, Philosophy and Economics
Bristol Polytechnic 1984 — 1987
Post-graduate Diploma in Housing Studies, Housing Policy and Practice, Merit
Tottenham College of Technology 1971 — 1974
Diploma in Environmental Health, Environmental Health
Sir Thomas Rich's Grammar School 1964 — 1971
Experience
Bath and North East Somerset CAB November 2013 - Present
Bristol Community Health CIC 2011 - May 2013
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust November 2007 - July 2011
Thanet College March 2009 - May 2011
Thanet District Council January 2002 - May 2011
Sevenoaks District Council April 1998 - December 2001
Canterbury City Council April 1994 - March 1998
Skills
Private Sector, Healthcare Management, Voluntary Sector, Government, Hospitals, Policy, Local Government, Public Sector, Social Housing, Strategy, Strategic Planning
Richard Sands
Software Developer at Carestream Dental
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2007
BSc, Maths, Computing
Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School 1979 — 1986
Experience
Carestream Dental April 2011 - Present
LinkGuard Ltd 2000 - 2001
Carter Ground Fueling Ltd 1999 - 2000
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, Agile Methodologies, Visual C++, SQL, C, C++, VB6, Rally, Tortoise SVN, Software Analysis, Software Development, Visual Basic
Richard Sargeant
Lync Enterprise Telephony engineer at Swiss Government
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
Watford Technical High School
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Information Technology
Experience
Swiss Government June 2014 - Present
Only considering contract positions in Switzerland please! January 2014 - March 2014
Hauseigentümerverband Zürich December 2013 - January 2014
Nyrstar Sales & Marketing AG December 2012 - June 2013
Vetroconsult September 2011 - July 2012
Selecta Management AG January 2011 - April 2011
Major Swiss Electricity company June 2010 - December 2010
IBM May 2008 - February 2010
Alcatel-Lucent Schweiz AG November 2006 - April 2008
Alcatel Schweiz AG April 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Windows Vista, Telephony, DHCP, XP, Microsoft Windows..., Microsoft Windows Vista, Basic Microsoft Windows..., Lync, IT Service Management, Microsoft Office, Group Policy, DNS, Microsoft Windows Shell..., Windows 7, Microsoft Windows DFS, Active Directory, Windows XP, TCP/IP, Microsoft Windows..., IT Management, Microsoft Windows..., Windows Server, Hyper-V, Electronic & radio..., Microsoft Lync, Microsoft IPTV, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft WINS, Microsoft Windows Group..., Microsoft Windows 7, DFS, Servers, Audio/video
Richard Schmidt
Experienced Real Estate Lawyer in London ► Advising on property issues & Conveyancing ► Consultant at Newtons Solicitors
Law Practice
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2010
Photography
University of Bristol 1974 — 1977
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
The College of Law 1977 — 1978
Law
Experience
Newtons Solicitors March 2014 - Present
SGHMartineau January 2006 - February 2014
FH Schmidt Will Trust 2005 - 2014
Martineau Johnson 2006 - 2008
Middleton Potts January 2000 - December 2005
Speechly Bircham 1986 - 1999
Speechly Bircham 1982 - 1986
Skills
Negotiation, Land, Commercial Real Estate, Property Management, Eminent Domain, Legal Assistance, Real Estate, Joint Ventures, Conveyancing, Property, Property Law, Legal Advice, Leases, Landlords, Real Estate Development
Richard Screech
R&D Laboratory Team Leader at Actavis
Pharmaceuticals
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2014
Foundation Degree in Analytical Science, Chemistry
Bridgwater College 2001 — 2003
Science (Chemistry)
Experience
Actavis August 2014 - Present
Actavis August 2012 - August 2014
Actavis February 2010 - September 2012
Actavis May 2006 - January 2009
Actavis May 2003 - May 2006
Actavis May 2000 - May 2003
Skills
GLP, Pharmaceutics, Troubleshooting, GMP, Method Development, Sop, V&V, CAPA, Validation, Analytical Chemistry, UV/Vis, Quality Control, Dissolution, Laboratory, UV, R&D, Gas Chromatography, LIMS, Testing, Cleaning Validation, Change Control, Analytical Method..., HPLC, Wet Chemistry
Richard Seaton
Honorary Associate of The Open University
Education Management
Education
The Open University 1990 — 2000
Master of Science (MSc), Computing for Commerce and Industry
Warwick School 1960 — 1967
Experience
The Open University October 2014 - Present
Skills
Staff Development, Educational Technology, Distance Learning, Academic Writing, Curriculum Development, Theory, Lecturing, Blended Learning, Courses, Higher Education, Moodle, Instructional Design, Qualitative Research, Curriculum Design, E-Learning, Adult Education, Pedagogy, University Teaching, Teaching
Richard Seery
Managing Consultant Data Analytics
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1987 — 1991
BA, Computer Science
Experience
Cap Gemini Sogeti March 2010 - Present
Siemens IT Solutions and Services March 2008 - February 2010
SAS Inc January 2007 - February 2008
SAS Institute January 2000 - December 2006
SAS Institute September 1995 - January 2000
Legent January 1990 - September 1995
Skills
Agile Methodologies, ITIL, ETL, Leadership, Activity Based..., Program Management, Analysis, Project Management, Data Integration, Consulting, Software Project..., Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Product Management, Solution Architecture, Strategy, Project Delivery, Business Alliances, Business Development, SAS, OLAP, Partner Management, Analytics, Management, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Software, IT Service Management, SDLC, Pre-sales, Governance, Data Modeling, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence..., Outsourcing, Team Management, IT Strategy, Business Process, Big Data
Richard Shah
Biopharmaceutical
Biotechnology
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
National University of Ireland
Diploma
Trinity College Dublin 1998 — 2002
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
University College Dublin 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Experience
Elanco July 2014 - Present
Pall Life Sciences July 2012 - July 2014
Pall Life Sciences Ireland, Cork January 2010 - July 2014
Gilroy Group March 2007 - December 2009
LEO Pharma May 2003 - March 2007
Honeywell September 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Technology Transfer, Monoclonal Antibodies, Virus Removal, Supervisory Experience, Protein Chemistry, Protein Chromatography, Protein Purification, Purification, Teaching, Ion Exchange, Aseptic Processing, Water Purification, Chemical Engineering, Column Chromatography, Chemistry, Filtration, Sterilization, Chromatography, Cell Culture, Sterile filtration, Downstream Processing, Technical Leadership, Tangential Flow...
Richard Shattock
Project Manager at Carillion
Construction
Education
The Open University 2003 — 2006
MBA
The University of Salford 1997 — 2000
MSc Construction Information Technology, Construction
Loughborough University 1990 — 1993
Civil Engineering
Experience
Carillion February 2008 - Present
Alfred McAlpine October 1994 - February 2008
Richard Shearer
Employment Relations and Reward Manager at Scottish Prison Service
Human Resources
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2009
BSc, Social Sciences with Politics and Sociology
University of Wales 1987 — 1989
HND, Public Administration
Craigmount High School 1981 — 1984
Experience
Scottish Prison Service February 2010 - Present
Freelance March 2009 - June 2010
SWIP (Part of LBG) May 2009 - February 2010
HBOS August 2008 - February 2009
S&N / Heineken 2001 - 2008
RBS 1998 - 2000
Richard Shortland
Field Technician and Consultant at Simtech Computer Systems Ltd
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2014
Science Techology and Maths Access module, Distinction
Fitzharry's Comprehensive School, Abingdon Oxfordshire 1981 — 1986
9 O Levels Grade C and above
The Open University
Bachelor’s Degree, Open
Experience
Simtech Computer Systems Ltd December 2008 - Present
SIMTECH COMPUTER SYSTEMS LIMITED December 2008 - Present
Manpower UK Ltd September 2008 - October 2008
Ursuline College November 2006 - December 2007
Christ Church Church of England Junior School August 2006 - December 2007
Castle Community College August 1999 - October 2006
Skills
Group Policy, Wireless Networking, VPN, Technical Support, Desktop Administration, Backup Exec, Hardware Support, Help Desk Support, Small Business Server, Windows 7, Hardware, Office 2010, Servers, System Administration, iOS, Microsoft Office, TCP/IP, DHCP, Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Remote Desktop, Linux Desktop, Laptops, Networking, Backup, Software Installation, Antivirus, Microsoft Exchange, Network Design, Office 365, Windows 8.1, Server Administration, Active Directory, Router Configuration, DNS, Windows Server
Richard Shreeve
Teacher at Royal Grammar School High Wycombe
Higher Education
Education
The Open University 1980 — 1989
BA, Mathematics
City University London 1977 — 1980
MSc, Computer Science
UCL Institute of Education 1971 — 1972
PGCE, Mathematics Education
University of Nottingham 1964 — 1967
BSc, Chemistry
Experience
Royal Grammar School High Wycombe June 2001 - Present
Colchester Institute 1972 - 2001
The Open University 1973 - 1989
Skills
Microsoft Office, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Courses, Educational Technology, Technical Writing, Data Analysis, Instructional Technology, Tutoring, Mathematical Modeling, Science Education, Research, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Calculus, Teacher Training, Statistics, Classroom Instruction, Lecturing, Applied Mathematics, Technology Integration, Educational Leadership, Instructional Design, Educational Research, Technology In Education, Mathematics, C++, English, E-learning, Scientific Computing, Mathematics Education, Theory, Mentoring, Distance Learning, Science, Classroom, Programming, Algebra, Computer Science, Higher Education, Fortran, University Teaching
Richard Sidney
Student at The Open University
Consumer Services
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2017
Experience
Frontier Agriculture June 2014 - Present
Skills
Team Building, Operations Management, PowerPoint, Strategy, Training, Transportation Planning, Customer Service, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Microsoft Word, Logistics, Haulage, Management
Richard Simmonds
Lead Business Analyst Oracle Financials at Legal Services Commission
Accounting
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2013
PGDip IS, Information Systems
The Open University 2009 — 2011
PGCert IS, Information Systems
Prince2 Practitioner 2008 — 2008
Project Management
Institute of Risk Management 2006 — 2007
Risk Management Certificate
The Open University
BA Hons 2:1, Technology & Systems
Experience
Financial Conduct Authority April 2015 - Present
The Legal Aid Agency December 2010 - April 2015
Legal Services Commission November 2008 - December 2010
IBM Business Consulting Services August 2008 - September 2008
ICI 2007 - 2008
Xansa May 2005 - April 2007
BT October 2002 - April 2005
Skills
Requirements Analysis, Oracle R12 Financials, Project Management, EDRMS, Business Transformation, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Control, Stakeholder Management, ERP, Business Analysis, Requirements Gathering, Business Process Mapping, Activity Based Costing, Pricing, Change Management, Procure-to-Pay, Outsourcing, BPO, PRINCE2, Staff Management, Oracle E-Business Suite
Richard Sleep
Senior Vice President at Nexant
Management Consulting
Education
INSEAD 1993 — 1993
Young Managers Program
The Open University 1990 — 1991
Professional Certificate in Management, Management, accounting, marketing
University of Bristol 1978 — 1981
BSc., Mechanical Engineering
Experience
Nexant August 2001 - Present
ChemSystems April 1994 - August 2001
Metallgesellschaft January 1993 - April 1994
BP Chemicals July 1981 - December 1992
Skills
Strategy, Renewable Energy, Natural Gas, Business Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Gas, Business Development, Petrochemical, Polymers, Petroleum, Product Development, Plastics, Environmental Consulting, Project Finance, Energy, Mergers, Private Equity, International Business, Pricing, Engineering
Richard Sloan
Senior Project Engineer at Evogreen
Renewables & Environment
Education
University of East London 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MSc), Renewable Energy and the Built Environment, Pass with Merit
The Open University 2009 — 2010
University of Northumbria at Newcastle 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Hons, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Experience
Evogreen March 2015 - Present
Evogreen March 2013 - March 2015
TalkTalk December 2010 - September 2011
Tiscali UK February 2008 - December 2010
PIPEX Internet May 2005 - February 2008
InterViVo Networks November 2003 - April 2005
Mesh Broadband / Invisible Networks November 2002 - November 2003
MCI Worldcom / UUNET August 2000 - October 2002
UUNET May 1998 - August 2000
UUNET August 1996 - May 1998
Skills
IP, Biomass, Hydro Electricity, Software Installation, Photovoltaics, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Computer Network..., VoIP, Biomass Heating, Networking, Solar PV, Wind Power, Solar Thermal, Project Management, Network Administration, Network Engineering
Richard Smart
Project Test Analyst (Basel II Model Implementation)
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2002
Post Graduate Diploma, Computing
Lancaster University 1982 — 1984
BSc(Hons), Operational Research
National University of Lesotho 1979 — 1982
BSc, Maths / Physics
Experience
Lloyds Banking Group April 2015 - Present
SDSS Limited July 1994 - Present
RCalc 2010 - Present
TSB Bank July 2014 - February 2015
Lloyds Banking Group June 2013 - September 2014
Virgin Money April 2013 - August 2013
Lloyds Banking Group April 2013 - July 2013
Virgin Money December 2012 - February 2013
Lloyds Banking Group (Group Risk) March 2012 - December 2012
Virgin Money January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
Excel, Process Improvement, Enterprise Architecture, VBA, SQL Server, SAS, Analytics, Risk, Databases, Direct Marketing, Banking, Data Warehousing, Credit Risk, Business Intelligence, Financial Risk, Team Management, Analysis, Segmentation, Customer Insight, Data Mining, Management, Access, Basel II, Consultancy, Consulting, Retail Banking, Data Analysis, SQL, Risk Management
Richard Smart
Lecturer at Peter Jones Enterprise Academy
Marketing and Advertising
Education
The Institute of Education, U. of London 2012 — 2013
PGCE, Post Compulsory
The Open University 1999 — 2001
MBA, Strategic Planning
The University of Kent 1996 — 1999
MA Theology, Theology
Experience
Peter Jones Enterprise Academy September 2014 - Present
St Vincent de Paul Society November 2012 - 2014
Premier Mind and Soul 2007 - 2012
Premier Media Group 2004 - 2012
Pfizer 1990 - 2003
Skills
Blogging, Copywriting, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Social Networking, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Management, Public Relations, Media Relations, Marketing Strategy, Community Outreach, Digital Marketing, Event Management, Social Media, Teaching
Richard Snow
Head of Business Change (Zurich Personal Lines and Endsleigh) at Zurich
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2003
MBA, MBA
Experience
Zurich Insurance plc August 2015 - Present
AIG April 2014 - July 2015
AXA Tech April 2011 - February 2014
AXA Technology Services January 2009 - June 2011
AXA Tech July 2008 - January 2009
AXA Tech January 2006 - July 2008
AXA Tech July 2004 - January 2006
AXA Tech February 2001 - July 2004
Sun Life Assurance Society September 2000 - February 2001
Sun Life Assurance Society January 1994 - September 2000
Skills
Process Management, Business Process, Change Management, Infrastructure, Six Sigma, Process Engineering, Team Management, Lean Management, Outsourcing, IT Management, Governance, Business Analysis, Quality Management, Full project lifecycle..., Project Management, PMP, Project Delivery, IT Service Management, Operational Excellence, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Vendor Management, Coaching, IT Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Service Management, Leadership, Process Quality..., Program Management, Business Process..., Project Portfolio..., Process Improvement, IT Operations, Transition Management, Service Delivery, Offshoring, Cost Reduction..., ITIL, Management, Resource Management, PMO, Business Transformation, PRINCE2
Richard Snowdon
Together we can make the difference
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
Henley College (Coventry) 2014 — 2015
CIPD Membership, Human Resources Management, Pass
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Post Grad Cert (Research Methods), Research, Pass
Henley College (Coventry) 2008 — 2009
PTLLS, Teaching, Pass
Coventry University 2005 — 2009
BA (Hons), Geography
Experience
for many companies Health and Safety District OfficerSt John AmbulanceFebruary 2015 - Present
Currently Unemployed - Looking for work October 2014 - Present
Richard South
I T Manager at H.I.Quality Steel Castings Ltd
Mining & Metals
Education
The Open University 1988 — 1994
2 2, Materials, Computing, Health & Safety, Enviromental & Quality
Experience
H.I.Quality Steel Castings Ltd September 2009 - Present
BAS Castings Ltd October 1994 - September 2009
Richard Stanfield
Regional Sales Manager at Rainbow International
Business Supplies and Equipment
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History, 1st Class Honours
Experience
Rainbow International February 2008 - Present
Cartridge World November 2003 - February 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Account Management, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, Business Strategy, Sales, Negotiation, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, CRM, New Business Development, B2B, Sales Operations, Direct Sales
Richard Staples
System Administrator at Wirehive
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2009
Certificate, Natural Science, Science
University of Lincoln 2001 — 2003
Information Technology
The Henley College 1999 — 2001
IT Applications
Experience
Wirehive April 2014 - Present
Exclaimer January 2011 - April 2014
CfBT September 2009 - December 2010
Slipstream SDS July 2005 - June 2009
Skills
Linux System..., Microsoft Office, VMware vSphere, Microsoft Exchange, IT Service Management, 3CX, VMware ESX, Veeam, Network Administration, Cloud Computing
Richard Starr
IT Network & Systems Administrator
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2015
Swindon College
Experience
Audley Travel December 2013 - Present
Sensata October 2012 - December 2013
Jaywing October 2008 - October 2012
MEDION AG October 2007 - October 2008
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust May 2005 - October 2007
Safehouse UK June 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Xbox 360, Network Administration, UCCE, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Online Gaming, Web Design, Photoshop, Wii, Impact 360, FOG, Cisco VoIP, Digital Photography, IP Phones, Office 365, PS3, Technical Support, Norton Ghost, Juniper, HTML, Computer Gaming, Windows Server, ICT, Computer Science, Computer Graphics, Active Directory, CSS, Sysprep, Adobe Creative Suite, VNC, Hardware Support, Microsoft Exchange, Sophos, SQL, Backup Exec, Information Technology, Graphic Design, Windows 7, Witness, PC building, Cisco Call Manager
Richard Stedman
Project manager at CGI
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1990 — 2000
BSc (Hons.), Computer Sciences
Cranleigh 1975 — 1979
Experience
CGI IT UK Limited August 2012 - Present
Logica UK April 2000 - August 2012
Logica UK May 1995 - April 2000
Andersen Consulting December 1993 - April 1995
Seeboard September 1990 - November 1993
Ibstock Brick Laybrook July 1986 - August 1990
Redland Bricks December 1984 - June 1986
Thor Chemicals SA Pty January 1980 - October 1984
Skills
Software Development, Project Delivery, Infrastructure..., Requirements Analysis, IT Management, Waterfall, Team Management, Visio, Documentation, Agile Project Management, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Professional Scrum..., PRINCE2, Infrastructure, Business Process..., Outsourcing, MS Project, Resource Management, Requirements Gathering, Business Process, Management, SDLC, Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Integration, DB2, Agile Methodologies, Project Management, Service Delivery, Risk Management, Software Project..., Scrum, People Management, Software Documentation, PMO, IT Service Management
Richard Steggall
Human Resources Officer at WHO
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
Cornell University 2010 — 2011
Certificate for UN Managers and Supervisors, Human Resources Management
Aveta Business School 2010 — 2011
Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma with DFSS
The Open University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Politics and International Relations
University of Westminster 1990 — 1992
CertHe, Media and Communications
Experience
World Health Organization 2011 - Present
United Nations September 2008 - October 2011
Skills
Personnel Management, Africa, Intercultural..., Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Civil Society, Policy, Employee Relations, Policy Analysis, Humanitarian Assistance, International..., Conflict Resolution, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Corporate Social..., Research, Talent Management, HR Policies, Human Rights, International Relations, NGOs, Capacity Building, Diplomacy, Humanitarian, International...
Richard Stoate
Director of Developments at SSE plc
Utilities
Education
Napier University 2009 — 2012
Master of Science (MSc), Leadership
The Open University
Diploma in Management, Business Administration and Management, General
Experience
SSE plc November 2014 - Present
SSE plc January 2012 - Present
Scottish and Southern Energy June 2011 - January 2012
Scottish and Southern Energy June 2008 - June 2011
Scottish and Southern Energy June 2005 - June 2008
Scottish and Southern Energy June 2003 - June 2005
Atlantic Electric & Gas February 2000 - June 2003
EDF Energy 1998 - 2000
South Western Electricity Board (SWEB) 1994 - 1998
Skills
Change Management, Business Development, Affordable Warmth, Coaching, Project Planning, Energy Company..., Contract Management, Smart Metering, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Operations Management, Performance Management, Business Planning, Contract Negotiations, Strategy, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Energy, Start-ups, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Green Deal, Human Resources, Project Management, Leadership, Direct Sales, Account Management, Call Centers, Management, Team Management, Training, Leadership Development, Financial Planning, Strategic Planning, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Strategic Financial..., Project Delivery, Business Process..., Sales
Richard Stoddart
ESOL Tutor at City College Peterborough
Higher Education
Education
City College Peterborough 2014 — 2014
Cert TESOL, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Open University 2002 — 2008
2:1 BA Hons, Art History
Solihull School 1973 — 1979
Experience
City College Peterborough May 2015 - Present
Arrowpak International Removals June 2007 - September 2015
Reads Removals 2002 - 2006
Britannia Movers International 1999 - September 2002
Abels International Movers 1989 - 1991
Skills
Negotiation, Move Management, Overseas Sales, Logistics, Budgeting, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Transportation, Sales Management, Operations Management, Relocation, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Customer Relations, Project Management, Customer Service, Risk Management, New Business Development, Budgets
Richard Stokkereit BA(Hons) Music
Professional Classical Guitarist, Guitar Tutor
Music
Education
The Open University
BA (Hons) Music
ABRSM
CTABRSM
Skills
Magazine Articles, Music Theory, Music Production, Music Industry, Music Transcription, Songwriting, Music, Guitarist, Classical Guitar, Music Education
Richard Straley
Independent Arts and Crafts Professional
Education
UCL 1973 — 1974
PGCE, Education
The Open University 1971 — 1973
BA, Humanities
Southampton Solent University 1967 — 1970
Dip Fine Art, Painting and Printmaking
Experience
Cranham Facebook page. 2012 - 2012
Landspeak 1996 - 2012
Gloscat 1980 - 2000
The Gallery. Cinderford July 1985 - July 1996
Gloucestershire Theatre in Education Company. July 1979 - August 1980
Blackpool College of Arts and Technology. 1975 - 1979
Aldeney, Channel Islands 1974 - 1975
Southwark College of Further Education January 1974 - July 1974
Croydon College of Art 1974 - 1974
Skills
Assessor in Art and..., Digital Printmaking., Illustrator, Art, Murals, Abstraction, Graphic Design, Galleries, Drawing, Craft, Acrylic Painting, Digital Photography, Collage, Clay, Mixed Media, Event Management, Exhibition Organiser., Art Education, Figurative Art, Portraits, Illustration, Portrait Painting, Oil Painting, Visual Arts, Canvas, Teaching, Pottery, Contemporary Art, Art Exhibitions, Acrylic, Studio Art, Watercolor, Teaching., Moderator in..., Painting, Course writer in Art..., Sculpture, Printmaking, Art History, Sketching, Social Media, Ceramic, Digital Photography., Public Art, Photography, Curating, Photoshop, Fine Art, Artist, Digital Art, Modern Art
Richard Street
Trustee at Heritage Without Borders
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2018
Bachelor's Degree, Natural Sciences
University of St. Andrews 1968 — 1971
MA Hons, Medieval History
Experience
Heritage Without Borders October 2014 - Present
Street Kids International UK April 2008 - Present
Princes' Trust January 1995 - Present
Street Kids Internationa 2009 - Present
Princes' Trust January 1995 - Present
CARE International July 2006 - June 2014
Youth Business International March 1999 - January 2005
Skills
Program Management, Community Development, Public Speaking, Capacity Building, NGOs, Project Management, Fundraising, Leadership, Social Entrepreneurship, Volunteer Management, International..., Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Non-profits
Richard Swallow
Squad Leader at StokeonTrent City Council
Sports
Education
Sir Graham Balfour 1986 — 1990
GCSEx9, English, Econimcs, Maths, English Lit
The Open University
Sports Studies
Experience
Stoke-on-Trent City Council Fitness Team LeaderCommando Joe'sNovember 2013 - August 2015
Virgin Active April 2013 - January 2015
David Lloyd Leisure February 2013 - May 2013
Royal Air Force August 1990 - March 2013
Grays Electrics May 1989 - August 1990
Skills
Command, Defense, Operational Planning, Electricians, Nutritional Analysis, Athletes, Maintenance Management, Military, Military Operations, Ministry Of Defence, Sports, NATO, Fitness, Maintenance & Repair, Defence, Electrical Engineering, Athletics, Power Generation, First Aid, Indoor Cycling, Engineering Management, Aircraft, Military Training, Electronic Warfare, Coaching, MOD, Exercise Prescription, Engineering, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Personal Training
Richard Swart
Chairman of the Board at North East Worldwide Limited
International Trade and Development
Education
The Open University 1994 — 1996
Masters in Business Administration, Finance and General Business
University of Natal 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Higher Education Diploma
Experience
North East Worldwide Limited (NEW) June 2015 - Present
Berger Group Europe August 2013 - Present
Berger Group Europe September 2012 - Present
Go Global (North East) Board April 2012 - Present
Durham School Langley Foundation October 2011 - Present
North East Chamber of Commerce April 2008 - Present
Berger Closures (UK) Ltd October 1988 - Present
Berger Closing Rings (Changshu), China November 2011 - March 2015
August Berger Metallwarenfabrik Germany (Berger Group Europe) March 2009 - September 2012
Sunday Tribune Newspaper, Durban South Africa August 1981 - October 1985
Skills
Supply Management, Business Planning, Writing, Networking, Strategic Planning, Management, Mergers, Marketing Strategy, Management Consulting, Start-ups, PowerPoint, Leadership, New Business Development, Change Management, Negotiation, Analysis, Customer Experience, Problem Solving, Mergers & Acquisitions, Public Speaking, Strategy, People Skills, Business Strategy, Business Development
Richard Sweeting
Head of Credit Analysis
Financial Services
Education
Cranfield School of Management 2010 — 2011
Leadership Talent Academy, Pass
The Open University 2007 — 2007
Professional Certificate in Management, Leadership / Management, Pass
Private Study 1987 — 1990
Associate of the Charted Institute of Bankers, Banking/Economics/Accountancy, Pass
The Cedars Grammar School, Leighton Buzzard, Beds 1972 — 1978
A Levels, Mathematics / Chemistry / Biology, 10 O levels / 3 A level passes
Experience
Barclays Corporate Banking October 2010 - Present
Barclays Corporate Banking March 2005 - October 2010
Barclays Corporate Banking September 2003 - 2005
Barclays March 2001 - September 2003
Royal Mail July 2000 - February 2001
National Westminster Bank April 2000 - May 2000
National Westminster Bank February 2000 - April 2000
National Westminster Bank June 1997 - February 2000
National Westminster Bank February 1996 - June 1997
National Westminster Bank August 1994 - January 1996
Skills
Risk Analysis, Leadership, Goal-oriented..., Credit Analysis, Customer Service, Credit, Commercial Banking, Analytics, Delivering Results, Problem Solving, Financial Risk, Office Management, Corporate Finance, Portfolio Management, Decisiveness, Relationship Management, Mentoring, Credit Risk, Flexible to Change, Operations Management, Banking, Risk Management, Performance Management
Richard Swierczek
Exams invigilator at The University of Nottingham
Research
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2020
Spanish
Derby College 2011 — 2013
West Park Academy 2001 — 2007
Experience
The University of Nottingham Bank staffBUSY BEES DAY NURSERY LTDSeptember 2014 - Present
Unitemps March 2015 - March 2015
Build-A-Bear Workshop November 2013 - January 2014
Skills
Higher Education, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research
Richard Sykes
CEO ISS UK Limited
Facilities Services
Education
The Open University 1999 — 2002
MBA, MBA
Kingston University 1998 — 2002
BSc hons, Quantity surveying
Experience
ISS UK Limited February 2012 - Present
Carillion February 2009 - February 2012
Taylor Woodrow November 1990 - November 2008
Skills
Contract Management, Business Strategy, FM, Construction Management, Commercial Management, HVAC, Procurement, Leadership, Cost Management, Facilities Management, Change Management, Management, Contract Negotiation, Outsourcing, Operations Management, New Business Development, Energy Management, Project Planning, Construction, Negotiation
Richard Teasdale
Design Draughtsman at RAPID EPS
Construction
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2019
Bachelor's Degree, BSc (Honours) Computing & IT and Mathmatics
Experience
RAPID EPS June 2014 - Present
Skills
AutoCAD, Visual Basic, Troubleshooting, SQL, Architecture, Microsoft Project, Testing, Programming
Richard Thexton
Retired
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Education
The Open University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's Degree, Science and Technology
Scarborough Technical College 1960 — 1961
Engineering
Thirsk Grammar Modern
Bachelor's Degree, Science and Technology
Experience
Self-employed
Skills
Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Project Planning, FMEA, Strategic Planning, Project Engineering, Management
Richard Tindale
Group Technical Manager at The Ice Company
Food & Beverages
Education
The Open University 2003 — 2012
Natural Sciences, Chemistry
Experience
The Ice Company August 2011 - Present
LMA Services Ltd June 2005 - June 2011
Nestle Waters Powwow September 2001 - June 2005
Skills
Microbiology, HACCP, Continuous Improvement, Technical Standards, Chemistry, Customer Service, Food Manufacturing, Iso 9000, Raw Materials, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, Manufacturing, Quality Management, Management, BRC, Technical Audits, Quality Control, Quality System, ISO 9000
Richard Tomlinson
Contract Software Developer
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2012
Post Graduate Certificate in Computing
Experience
Healthcare at Home November 2011 - Present
RMJT Services Ltd August 2008 - Present
Styles & Wood (iSite) February 2011 - September 2011
Redland Business Solutions Ltd March 2010 - December 2010
Severn Trent Plc December 2009 - March 2010
Redland Business Solutions Ltd April 2009 - June 2009
Intelligent Decisioning Ltd January 2009 - March 2009
Redland Business Solutions Ltd September 2008 - November 2008
Experian December 1997 - August 2008
Microlise July 1997 - December 1997
Skills
Microsoft CRM, T-SQL, HTML + CSS, JavaScript, C#, VB.NET, Visual Basic, Stakeholder Engagement, CSS, Visual Studio, Scrum, ASP.NET MVC, Software Development, SharePoint 2007, WinForms, SharePoint, Visual Studio 2010, ASP.NET, Microsoft Dynamics CRM..., Microsoft SQL Server, jQuery
Richard Torrance
Developer at Morgan Stanley
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Electronics and Computing
Experience
Morgan Stanley April 2014 - Present
Morgan Stanley April 2010 - April 2014
Optical Express April 2007 - April 2010
Enigma IT Solutions October 2006 - April 2007
Eureka Solutions May 2005 - October 2006
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, WPF, CSS, HTML, XML, Informatica, T-SQL, C#, Visual Studio, SSIS, SSRS, WinForms, ASP.NET, LINQ, OOP, JavaScript, Sybase Adaptive Server, IIS, .NET, SSAS, WCF, Business Intelligence, Crystal Reports, SOA
Richard Troote
Head of ICT
Civic & Social Organization
Education
University of South Wales
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
The Open University 1991 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Hons, Computer Science, 2:1
Experience
Wales & West Housing April 2013 - Present
The Open University May 2008 - Present
Cadarn Housing Association February 2004 - April 2013
A&C Technologies Ltd (A Cadarn Company) March 2012 - March 2013
British Airways Maintenance Cardiff (BAMC) January 1998 - February 2004
Skills
Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, IT Procurement, Tutoring, Program Management, IT Strategy, Team Management, Governance, Strategy, Change Management, ICT Consultancy, Project Management, Business Transformation, Management, Business Analysis, Business Development, Business Process..., Project Delivery, Public Sector, Lecturing, Account Management, Information Technology
Richard Troy
MediaPR Liaison / Private Secretary to Minister of State at Department of Public Expenditure and Reform
Government Administration
Education
University of Kent 2007 — 2009
Master of Laws (LL.M.), European Law & International Relations
The Open University 2006 — 2009
Master's degree, Social Policy and Criminology
Dublin Institute of Technology 1999 — 2001
Certificate IT, Programming, Systems Analysis, 1.1
University College Dublin 1996 — 1997
Master's degree, Anglo-Irish Literature and Drama
Experience
Department of Public Expenditure and Reform November 2012 - Present
Department of Public Expenditure and Reform May 2011 - November 2012
Department of the Taoiseach March 2010 - May 2011
European Commission November 2006 - March 2010
Department of the Taoiseach November 2004 - November 2006
Skills
Political Science, International Relations, Politics, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Analysis, Government, Public Administration, European Union, Policy, Foreign Policy, Public Policy, Public Sector, Diplomacy, Local Government
Richard Truscott
Technical Communicator at Isotera contactless power for LED lighting
Telecommunications
Education
University of Cambridge - Institute of Continuing Education 2015 — 2015
University of Cambridge-Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) 2014 — 2014
University of Cambridge - Institute of Continuing Education (ICE) 2013 — 2013
The Open University 1972 — 1974
South East London Technical College 1967 — 1968
City and Guilds in Telecommunicatons
Erith Technical College 1965 — 1966
City and Guilds
Hurstmere Secondary 1959 — 1964
RSA and GCSE
Experience
Semi Retired November 2013 - Present
Self Employed October 2011 - Present
Isotera - contactless power for LED lighting February 2014 - April 2014
ISTC March 2012 - September 2013
M2FX Ltd August 2012 - May 2013
Cambridge Broadband Networks Limited July 2011 - October 2011
Cambridge Assessment January 2009 - June 2011
Aeroflex Cambridge Limited October 2006 - December 2008
Welcome Trust Sanger Institute March 2003 - October 2006
Self Employed November 2002 - March 2003
Skills
DITA, Online Help, Information Design, Adobe Illustrator, Word, Content Management, Guides, Single Sourcing, Technical Documentation, Mad Cap Flare, Software Documentation, MadCap Flare, Technical Communication, Word master documents, Adobe Acrobat, Documentation, FrameMaker, Microsoft Office, Manuals, Technical Author, Photoshop, Technical Writing, XMetal, Telecommunications, Release Notes, Xmetal, Quick Start Guides, RoboHelp, Microsoft Word
Richard Tunstall
Owner, Laser Innovations (UK) Ltd
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 1992 — 1996
MBA, Business
Experience
Laser innovations (UK) Ltd May 2004 - Present
Business Link Essex 1996 - 1998
Mobil Chemical 1983 - 1983
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Team Building, New Business Development, Business Planning, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Project Management, Customer Service, Team Management, Account Management, Business Development, Start-ups, Operations Management, Negotiation, Laser, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Change Management
Richard Turnbull MBCS
ITIL Services Manager
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2018
B.A. Leadership and Management
Heaton Manor Secondary School 1991 — 1997
Experience
Sky Betting and Gaming December 2014 - Present
Home Group February 2013 - August 2014
2e2 April 2012 - February 2013
Care Quality Commission May 2010 - March 2012
RWE npower September 2001 - March 2010
RWE npower February 1998 - September 2001
Skills
Outsourced Provider..., Agile & Waterfall..., Scrum, Operational Risk..., IT Infrastructure Design, PRINCE2, PCI DSS, 24/7/365 Datacentre..., Team Management, Backup Solutions, Service Management, Citrix, Leadership & Team..., Blackberry Enterprise..., IT Service Delivery, ITIL v3 Foundations..., Incident Management, Matrix Leadership, Senior Stakeholder..., Team Leadership, Problem Management, McAfee, System Administration, Windows Server, CCNA, Security, Supplier Management, Server Administration, Line Management, Business Continuity, Cutting Edge..., ITIL Event Management, ISO 27001, Change Management, VPN, Project Management, Database Management, SaaS, IT Strategy, Technical Support, Continuous Improvement, Business Analysis, IT Operations, Business Strategy, Disaster Recovery, Process Improvement, Service Level Management, 3rd Line Support, Active Directory, Servers
Richard Tyas
Design and Development Manager at KCOM Group PLC
Telecommunications
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Certificate in Management, Business Management
University of Humberside 1994 — 1996
HNC, Electrical Electronic Engineering
Hull College 1992 — 1994
BTEC National, Electrical Electronic Engineering
South Holderness 1987 — 1992
GCSE
Experience
KCOM Group PLC July 2014 - Present
Kcom May 2011 - July 2014
Kcom April 2005 - May 2011
Kcom June 2003 - April 2005
Kcom October 2001 - June 2003
Kcom August 1999 - June 2001
Kcom September 1995 - August 1999
Kcom September 1992 - September 1995
Skills
Customer Service, Cisco Technologies, Product Development, Telecommunications, Technical Leadership, Leadership, IT Service Management, Testing, Unified Communications, Service Delivery, Incident Management, Integration, WAN, IT Management, Pre-sales, Switches, Business Transformation, Broadband, Team Management, VoIP, Mobile Devices, Network Design, Performance Management, IP, Technical Analysis, Managed Services, IVR, Contact Centers, Data Center, Technical Support, Network Engineering, Telephony, MPLS, SIP, ITIL, TCP/IP, Sales, ISDN, Team Building, Procurement, Outsourcing, Management