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
Chris Canty
Sous Chef at Wilson Vale Catering Management
Hospitality
Education
The Open University 2014 — 2020
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Environmental Management and Technology
Royal Naval School of Cookery 2005 — 2006
City and Guilds Modern Apprenticeship, Food Preparation and Cookery
Radbrook College 2002 — 2004
AVCE, Hospitality and Catering
Experience
Wilson Vale Catering Management September 2014 - Present
Caterlink January 2013 - August 2014
The Restaurant Group September 2012 - January 2013
Independent Pub January 2012 - September 2012
Chez Devalon (Quirky Camping) June 2011 - December 2011
Independent Pub December 2009 - April 2011
Royal Navy May 2005 - June 2009
Olivers Bistro September 2001 - May 2005
Skills
Chainsaw CS30/31
Chris Cardus
Computer Science Student at University of Birmingham
Computer Software
Education
University of Birmingham 2014 — 2018
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computer Science
Warwickshire College 2011 — 2013
BTEC Extended Diploma, Information Technology
City College Coventry 2010 — 2011
GCSE Mathematics, Mathematics, C
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Computng M150, Computing, Pass
City College Coventry 2009 — 2010
BTEC National Award in Computing, Computing, Pass
Home Schooled 1998 — 2009
Experience
K&P News November 2011 - April 2015
Showcase Cinema January 2014 - August 2014
Warwickshire College September 2012 - August 2013
Skills
Java, JavaScript, Web Design, Programming, Access, C#, Windows, Visual Basic, AJAX, Software Engineering, Mac OS, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, CSS, HTML
Chris Carlton
Owner at Techie Fairy (formerly Carlton Consultants)
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2008
BSc(Hons), IT and Computing
Buttershaw Business and Enterprise College 1979 — 1982
Leaventhorpe Middle School
Experience
The Techie Fairy (formerly Carlton Consultants) February 1993 - Present
Skills
PC building, Technical Support, Technical Training, Software Training, Electronics, Business Strategy, Business Networking, Change Management, Tutoring, Personal Development, Laptops, Time Management, Viruses, Upgrades, Computer Maintenance, Microsoft Office, Business, Small Business, Hands-on Training, Coaching, Soldering, Web Services, PC maintenance, Start-ups, New Business Development, Training, Social Media, Friendly Personality, Business Planning, Consultancy, Data Recovery
Chris Cass
Programme Manager at Altran UK
Aviation & Aerospace
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Hons, Engineering / Management, 2.1
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Professional Certificate in Management, Management
Central Institute of Technology (Wellington, New Zealand) 1987 — 1992
NZCE (AERO), Aeronautical Engineering
Experience
Altran June 2015 - Present
Assystem UK December 2012 - May 2015
Assystem UK April 2010 - November 2012
Mitsubishi Power Systems Europe (MPSE) March 2009 - April 2010
Contracting - Consultant Engineer September 1996 - March 2009
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Aviation, Project Engineering, Engineering Management, Gas Turbines, Aircraft, Aerospace, Aeronautics, Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance & Repair, Engineering
Chris Caul
Cyber Forensics/Litigation Project Manager
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2006
BSc (Hons), I.T. and Computing
Rosetta Stone
Basic German
Experience
Visa Europe November 2014 - Present
Minerva Forensics Ltd September 2009 - Present
Thames Valley Police October 2014 - November 2014
European Central Bank September 2013 - July 2014
PTP Consulting LLP February 2013 - March 2013
European Central Bank (Serco contractor) June 2012 - September 2012
Dell June 2011 - June 2012
States of Jersey Police October 2009 - April 2010
Intaforensics August 2008 - March 2009
British Transport Police March 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Cellebrite, EnCase, eDiscovery, Freedom of Information..., RIPA, Technical Support, Windows 7, Project Management, SMBR, Data Protection Act, Symantec Clearwell, Desktop Deployment, Incident Management, PCI DSS, XWays, Problem Management, SCCM 2012 Administration, Wireshark, SCCM 2012, SIFTv3, ESI, SnapDrive, EDRM, Incident Response, PRINCE2, eDisclosure, Computer Forensics, Criminal Investigations
Chris Caulfield
Project Manager at Virgin Media
Telecommunications
Education
The Open University
BSc (Hons), Technology
Experience
Virgin Media August 2011 - Present
GSH October 2009 - July 2011
Taylor Woodrow Facilities Management October 1987 - September 2009
Taylor Woodrow 1987 - 2009
Skills
Service Delivery, Facilities Management, Project Delivery, Contract Management, Change Management
Chris Challender
Competitive Tendering Manager at The College of West Anglia
Education Management
Education
The Open University 2002 — 2006
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Educational Management & Leadership, Passed with commendation
The University of Northampton 1998 — 2002
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Strategic Management, Passed with distinction
The Open University 1996 — 1998
Post-Graduate Diploma, Applied Systems Analysis, Passed with credit
The Open University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, 2.1 pass with honours
The University of Wolverhampton 1991 — 1992
Post Graduate Teaching Diploma, Further & Higher Education, Pass
The Chartered Institute of Marketing 1988 — 1989
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing, Marketing Management, Passed with credit
The University of Wolverhampton 1985 — 1987
BTEC HND Business & Finance, Management Accounting, Passed with distinction
Wolverhampton Polytechnic 1975 — 1981
T.Eng Electronics & Computing, Analogue & Digital Systems Design, Passed with credit
Experience
The College of West Anglia 2008 - Present
The Chartered Management Institute 2005 - 2008
The College of West Anglia 1999 - 2005
INTEC Business Colleges 1996 - 1999
Northampton College 1991 - 1996
Synatel Instrumentation Ltd 1989 - 1990
RDP Electrosense Inc. 1987 - 1989
RDP Group Ltd. 1983 - 1987
RDP Electronics Ltd. 1975 - 1983
Chris Champ
Programme Manager at CGI
Information Technology and Services
Education
Member of the British Computer Society MBCS CEng CITP
BSc (Hons), Computer Science
The Open University
MEng Master, Engineering
Experience
CGI January 2015 - Present
Environment Agency February 2014 - November 2014
EDF Energy October 2013 - January 2014
T-Systems August 2012 - September 2013
EE April 2012 - July 2012
Miro Technologies January 2012 - April 2012
Friends Life UK July 2011 - January 2012
Nokia September 2008 - July 2011
Orange October 2007 - September 2008
Vodafone February 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Project Management, SDLC, Change Management, Integration, Project Delivery, Program Management, Solution Architecture, Business Analysis, Unix, ITIL, PRINCE2, Data Center, Disaster Recovery, Outsourcing, MS Project
Chris Chart
Independent Supporter at Kids
Individual & Family Services
Education
The Open University 1998 — 2000
Diploma in Managing Voluntary and Not-for-Profit Organisations, Management, Pass
University of Greenwich 1987 — 1988
Youth and Community Work, Community Development, Pass
Oxford Brookes University 1975 — 1978
BA Social Studies, Sociology, Politics, Law, Pass
Experience
Kids September 2014 - Present
Short Breaks Network August 2013 - September 2014
Avon and Bristol Law Centre March 2013 - August 2013
Quarriers September 2005 - March 2013
Bristol Care and Repair September 1995 - September 2005
Skills
Training Delivery, Volunteer Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Services, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Community Engagement, Workshop Facilitation, Change Management, Fundraising, Management, Policy, Public Sector, Charities
Chris Cheesman
Network Engineer at BAE Systems
Telecommunications
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2017
Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Networking, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
The Open University 1998 — 2010
B.Sc, Telecommunications
Turton High School, Bolton 1974 — 1980
Experience
BT Global Services April 2015 - Present
BAE Systems August 2014 - March 2015
MSA Telecomms Ltd February 2010 - March 2015
VEGA Consulting Services April 2013 - June 2014
BAE Systems March 2010 - March 2013
Atkins June 2009 - February 2010
General Dynamics (UK) Ltd October 2005 - May 2009
Joint Networks Integration Body 2005 - 2009
EADS Defence & Security Systems July 2003 - October 2005
UK Armed Forces November 1980 - June 2003
Skills
Command, Army, VoIP, Information Security, Networking, Military, MOD, Systems Engineering, Leadership, Configuration Management, Computer Security, Juniper, Switches, SATCOM, Defense, Cisco Technologies, System Design, Operational Planning, Testing, Information Assurance, System Architecture, Firewalls, Electronic Warfare, Integration, Military Operations, NATO, C4ISR, Security Clearance, Network Engineering, Project Delivery, Ministry Of Defence, Engineering, System Deployment, IP, Requirements Analysis, IP VPN, Defence, Earned Value Management, Satellite, Engineering Management, Network Design, Military Experience, Aerospace, Fiber Optics, Telecommunications, Security, Voice Over, Satellite Communications
Chris Cherry
Director Red Cherry Projects Ltd
Education Management
Education
The Institute of Biology 1996 — 1996
CBiol MIBiol GIBiol, Biology
The Open University 1994 — 1996
MA, Education Management
University of Nottingham 1994 — 1994
Cert. Ed, Education
The University of Sheffield 1987 — 1992
BSc(Hons), Applied Biology
Experience
BBC May 2015 - Present
Red Cherry Projects Ltd January 2013 - Present
Battlefields on a Bike September 2014 - Present
Trench Publishing March 2013 - Present
Independent Schools Inspectorate August 2011 - July 2015
Federation of Industry Sector Skills & Standards August 2013 - March 2015
Learning and Skills Improvement Service December 2011 - November 2012
Consult Sterling Ltd February 2010 - November 2011
NCFE February 2004 - February 2011
Versa Professional Services Ltd May 2006 - May 2009
Skills
CRM, Business Strategy, Creative Problem Solving, Training & Development, Mergers, Public Speaking, Strategy, Funding, Personal Development, Educational Leadership, Dynamic Leader, Project Management, Training, Management, Adult Education, Coaching, Teaching, Team Management, Staff Development, Organizational..., Performance Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Education, Mergers in Further..., Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Professional Services, Start-ups, New Business Development, Teacher Training, Policy, Further Education, Education Management, Team Building, Stakeholder Management, Employee Training, Workshop Facilitation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Performance Improvement, Public Sector, Private Sector, Recruiting, Executive Coaching, Team Leadership, Change Management, E-Learning, Training Delivery
Chris Chetwynd
Ibis Partners
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 2005 — 2012
Certificate in Science
The Open University 2005 — 2008
Post-graduate Conversion Diploma in Psychology
The Open University 1990 — 1992
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Open University 1985 — 1989
Professional Diploma in Management
Bristol University 1972 — 1975
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Experience
DEE-Global Ltd 2013 - Present
Ibis Partners 2004 - Present
Skills
Contract Management, Information Assurance, Training, Project Planning, IT Strategy, Change Management, Strategy, Quality Management, Management, Program Management, Programme and project..., Strategic Performance..., Risk Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Outsourcing, Performance Management, Governance
Chris Chilvers
Highly experienced B.A / Solutions specialist
Automotive
Education
The Open University 1986 — 1989
MSC, Computing & Commerce for Industry
de-aston grammar, market rasen, lincolnshire 1969 — 1976
Experience
hyphen Workforce Solutions February 2015 - Present
JLR group May 2012 - January 2015
Rolls-Royce June 2011 - April 2012
NHS Direct September 2010 - May 2011
Process Consultancy & Training November 2009 - July 2010
Barking, Redbrige and Havering NHS Trust May 2009 - November 2009
EDS, an HP Company 1998 - 2009
Bass 1988 - 1998
Rolls-Royce 1980 - 1987
Skills
Project Delivery, PMO, Business Process..., Governance, Business Process Design, Project Management, Outsourcing, Change Management, Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Prince Practitioner, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Business Process Mapping, Business Process, IT Strategy, Business Transformation, Management, Lean Six-Sigma, Business Process..., Business Requirements, Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Process Consulting, Project Implementation, Business Process..., ITIL
Chris Chilvers
NUI OTL at Perenco
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 2003 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Natural Sciences
Kirkley High School
Experience
Perenco January 2009 - Present
Perenco March 2003 - December 2008
Skills
Oil/Gas, LNG, Petroleum, FPSO, Gas, Upstream, Petrochemical, NUI OIM, Offshore Drilling, Subsea Engineering, Onshore
Chris Clamp
Finance Officer at Plymouth School of Creative Arts
Accounting
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2017
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
Ridgeway School 2010 — 2011
Hele's School 2005 — 2011
Experience
Plymouth School of Creative Arts July 2014 - Present
Primal Europe Ltd February 2013 - July 2014
Dixons Retail November 2011 - February 2013
Pennywell Farm May 2010 - September 2012
Zonga LP May 2010 - September 2011
Skills
Stock Control, Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Hardware, Sales, Social Networking, Negotiation, Retail Sales, Customer Retention, Time Management, Customer Service, OS X, IT Operations
Chris Clarke
Strategic Alliance Director at CEB Providing Precision Talent Management with our Partners
Management Consulting
Education
University of Oxford 1983 — 1986
BA MA, Science (Geology)
Rice University 1987 — 1990
PhD, Isotope Geochemical Modelling
The Open University 1987 — 1990
PhD, Isotope Geochemistry
Experience
CEB January 2013 - Present
SHL Group Ltd. July 2012 - January 2013
SHL Group January 2009 - July 2012
SHL January 2007 - January 2009
SHL Group January 2006 - December 2007
SHL January 2001 - January 2006
SHL UK Ltd April 1994 - January 2001
NatWest April 1991 - April 1994
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Talent Assessment, Recruiting, Cloud Computing, Personnel Management, Business Alliances, Solutions Development, Team Management, HR Consulting, Alliances, Strategy Development, Leadership, Consultancy, Applicant Tracking..., Strategic Leadership, Program Management, New Business Development, SaaS, Consulting, Human Capital Management, Change Management, Professional Services, People Management, Management Consulting, Recruitment/Retention, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Talent Development, Business Strategy, Solution Selling, E-recruitment, Strategy, Management, Employee Engagement, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Consultants
Chris Cleary
Owner/Director
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University 1990 — 1996
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Garland High School, Garland Texas 1967 — 1970
High School Diploma
Experience
Change Consultancy & Training Limited October 2006 - Present
Norfolk County Council September 2000 - September 2006
Skills
Culture Change, Organizational..., Executive Coaching, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Change Management, Management Development, Getting people to..., Public Sector
Chris Collin
Director at Three Rings CIC
Nonprofit Organization Management
Education
Lancaster University 1971 — 1975
BSc, Engineering
The Open University
Professional Diploma in Management, Business Management
Experience
Three Rings CIC June 2012 - Present
Samaritans October 2010 - November 2014
Samaritans of Bracknell, Wokingham, Ascot & District July 2007 - October 2010
Cable&Wireless March 2000 - August 2007
Cable & Wireless October 1996 - February 2000
Intergraph Corporation January 1991 - October 1995
Computervision October 1984 - October 1989
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Project Delivery, Cross-functional Team..., Charities, Business Process..., Public Sector, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Volunteer Management, Training, Statistics, Non-profits, Policy, Nonprofits, Governance, Management Consulting, Change Management, Project Portfolio..., Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Coordination
Chris Collingridge
Lead Product Experience Specialist at Avecto
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2006
Certificate, Interaction Design
Stockport College 1999 — 1999
City & Guilds, Photography
The University of Manchester 1995 — 1998
2:1 BA Econ (Hons), Economics
Experience
Northern User Experience April 2013 - Present
Avecto February 2015 - Present
Sage October 2012 - February 2015
Sage March 2014 - July 2014
Sage April 2010 - September 2012
Sage June 2012 - August 2012
Sage October 2007 - April 2010
Waters Corporation April 2005 - October 2007
Macro 4 (Mainframe products) January 2005 - April 2005
Macro 4 (Document Management Solutions) July 1999 - June 2003
Skills
User Experience Design, User Interface, Prototyping, Agile Methodologies, User Interface Design, Line Management, Enterprise Software, Information Architecture, Experience Design, Agile, Public Speaking, Card Sorting, User-centered Design, System Usability Scale, Usability Engineering, Business Analysis, Rapid Prototyping, Mobile Design, Contextual Inquiry, Accessibility, User Experience, Human Computer..., Paper Prototyping, Information Design, Personas, Training & Development, Mobile Applications, User Research, Presentations, Content Strategy, Wireframes, Ethnography, Transformation, User Stories, User Scenarios, Usability Testing, Requirements Gathering, Requirements Analysis, Axure, Scrum, Interviewing, Customer Journey Mapping, HTML 5, Interaction Design, Usability, Human-computer..., Heuristic Evaluation, User Experience Strategy, Wire Framing, Persona
Chris Collins-McKeown
Owner and Managing Director at CCM Consulting
Construction
Education
Leeds Metropolitan University 1998 — 2000
Master's degree, Urban Regeneration
The Open University 1995 — 1996
Post-Graduate Certificate, Project Management, Merit
Experience
CCM Consulting May 2012 - Present
Career Break to be with my partner who was terminally ill July 2010 - May 2012
Frank Haslam Milan Ltd July 2008 - July 2010
Chevin Housing Group January 2006 - July 2008
Leeds City Council April 2004 - December 2005
Leeds City Council April 2002 - April 2004
Skills
Project Management, Programme, PFI, Public Sector, Management, Policy, Budgets, Bid Writing, Leadership, Partnerships, New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Private Sector, Housing Associations, Social Housing, Project Delivery, Negotiation, Affordable Housing, Local Government, Strategy, Strategic Planning
Chris Colquitt
Proposal specialist at Strategic Proposals Limited (APM.APMP)
Human Resources
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2019
BSc (Hons), Psychology
Association of Proposal Management Professionals 2013 — 2013
APMP Practitioner
Association of Proposal Management Professionals 2012 — 2012
APMP foundation accreditation
The University of Edinburgh 2000 — 2003
BSc, Biology
Experience
Thomson Reuters September 2015 - Present
Strategic Proposals Limited January 2013 - Present
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland January 2010 - January 2013
Venture Information Management January 2009 - January 2010
Tide Resourcing September 2008 - December 2008
National Museums of Scotland January 2006 - October 2008
Bright Purple Resourcing June 2007 - September 2008
Liverpool John Moores University August 2006 - March 2007
Bright Grey January 2005 - August 2006
Edinburgh International Science Festival January 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Proposal Generation, Competitive Analysis, Bids, Pre-sales, New Business Development, Pitch Development, Proposal Management, Sales Process, IT Solutions, Screening Resumes, Market Research, Solution Development, Recruiting, Bass Guitar, APMP Qualified, Requirements Analysis, Communication, Bidding Process, Petroleum, Bid Development, Sales, Oil, IT Operations, Customer Service, Contract Recruitment, Executive Search, Bid qualification, Permanent Placement, CRM, Graduate Recruitment, IT Outsourcing, Business Development, Client Development, Commercial Models, Technical Recruiting, Document Management, Customer Presentations, Market Analysis, Knowledge Sharing, Proposal Writing, Management, Bid Strategy, Consulting, Temporary Staffing, Knowledge Management, Bid Writing, Interviews, Workshop Facilitation, Bid Preparation, Education
Chris Cook
Vice President, IT, Europe, Asia Pacific and Business Development at Smith & Nephew
Medical Devices
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2003
Masters, Business Administration
(Thomas) Deacon's School, Peterborough 1979 — 1985
Experience
Smith & Nephew May 2014 - Present
Smith & Nephew March 2013 - May 2014
Smith & Nephew June 2012 - March 2013
Smith & Nephew November 2010 - May 2012
Sophos April 2010 - November 2010
Abbott Laboratories September 2006 - March 2010
Abbott Diabetes Care October 2003 - March 2010
Shilton Park Cafe Church 2008 - 2009
Applied Biosystems 2000 - 2003
Perkin Elmer 1998 - 2000
Skills
CRM, Outsourcing, Project Management, Information Technology, Leadership, Medical Devices, Software Development, IT Strategy, Software Project..., Enterprise Architecture, ITIL, Quality System, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Strategy, FDA, PMO, Cross-functional Team..., Project Portfolio..., Business Transformation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Intelligence, Business Development, IT Management, Program Management, Cloud Computing, GMP, Business Process, Process Improvement, Integration, Vendor Management, Professional Services, Enterprise Software, Business Process..., SDLC, Project Planning, Change Management, ERP, Management
Chris Copsey
Retired
Consumer Goods
Education
The Open University 1996 — 2002
BSc, EU Politics/History, World Religions/Philosophy
Swaffham Secondary Modern 1960 — 1964
High School
Experience
Norfolk Humanist Group January 2008 - Present
norfolk secular & humanist group 2006 - 2014
Chris Cordell
Hospital Director at Life Works Community
Hospital & Health Care
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2009
Post Graduate Certificate in Professional Management
The Open University 2006 — 2006
Certificate in Leading for Results
University of Sussex 2006 — 2006
Pre-Diploma in Counselling
Crawley College 2005 — 2005
Certificate in Business Information Technology
Deloitte 2004 — 2004
Certificate in Leadership Development
Royal Collage of Psychiatrists/British Psychological Society 1999 — 1999
Certificate in Drug Abuse
University of Sussex 1996 — 1999
BA, Social Phsychology
Brighton and Hove 6th Form 1995 — 1996
A level, Law, Sociology & Political Philosophy (
Experience
Life Works Community February 2013 - Present
Life Works Community November 2010 - February 2013
Addaction December 1999 - November 2010
Skills
Coaching, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Team Building, Mental Health, Operations Management, Treatment, Psychotherapy, Adolescents, Human Resources, Interventions, Counseling Psychology, Group Therapy, Programme Governance
Chris Corfield
Transport Manager at Mantank Environmental Services Limited
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2017
TU100 IT, Information Technology
Hope High Salford 1983 — 1988
Experience
Mantank Environmental Services Limited June 2015 - Present
Mantank Environmental Services Ltd June 2013 - Present
Communicate Better September 2009 - September 2012
Skills
Sales Management, Telecommunications, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Mobile Devices, Solution Selling, Account Management, Sales, Salesforce.com, Direct Sales, Key Account Management, B2B, Customer Retention, Sales Process, VoIP
Chris Coss
Managing Director at Yabado Energy Solutions
Renewables & Environment
Education
Croydon College of Technology 1978 — 1980
Bishop Challoner School 1968 — 1977
The Open University
Experience
Quindell Plc June 2014 - Present
Energy Saving Solar June 2014 - Present
Yabado Energy Solutions November 2013 - Present
So Gecko Ltd March 2013 - November 2013
Carillion PLC September 2012 - March 2013
Reed Elsevier August 2010 - August 2012
The Newbury Group 2009 - 2010
Skills
Renewable Energy, Customer Retention, Key Account Management, Selling, Energy Conservation, Cleantech, Alternative Energy, Strategic Partnerships, Green Technology, Business Strategy, Telemarketing, Account Management, Advertising Sales, Business Planning, Sales, Start-ups, Cold Calling, Contract Management, Salesforce.com, Digital Media Sales, Solar Thermal, Wind, Sales Process, Strategy, Energy Efficiency, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Sustainable Energy, Photovoltaics, Sales Operations, B2B, Solar PV, Strategic Planning, Energy, Building Relationships, Direct Sales, Solar Energy, Energy Audits, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Lead Generation, Negotiation, CRM, Direct Marketing, Sustainability, Advertising, Carbon, Solution Selling, Energy Management, Business Development
Chris Couzens
Web Portal Developer at Skyscape Cloud Services
Computer Software
Education
University of Warwick 2007 — 2011
Master of Engineering (MEng), Computer Science, 2.2
The Open University 2013 — 2019
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Mathematics and Statistics
Experience
Skyscape Cloud Services September 2014 - Present
in4systems 2009 - September 2014
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, JRuby, Software Development, Java, HTML, C#, Ruby on Rails, CSS, Python, Ruby, XML, SQL, Sybase SQL Anywhere, JavaScript, Agile Methodologies, Git, .NET, ASP.NET
Chris Couzins-Short
Managing Director at Tudor Rose International
Import and Export
Education
The Open University 1990 — 1993
MBA
Bournemouth University 1981 — 1985
BA(Hons), Business Studies
Experience
Tudor Rose International February 2014 - Present
Tudor Rose International 2013 - February 2014
Couzins Short Ltd 2007 - 2013
RTH Plc 1999 - 2006
SITA UK 1994 - 1999
Bristol City Council 1989 - 1994
UBM Building Supplies 1988 - 1989
GKN 1985 - 1988
Skills
Business Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Management, Culture Change, Interim Management, Change Management, Financial Management, Finance, FMCG, Management Consulting, Business Transformation, Strategic Planning, Restructuring, Mergers & Acquisitions, Governance, New Business Development, Operations Management, Stakeholder Management
Chris Crabtree
Kentec Training
Military
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2021
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Mathematics, Pending
Lutterworth Grammar 1985 — 1987
Brockington College 1982 — 1985
The Open University
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
Experience
HM Forces Instructor-Counter IED at Operational Training Advisory Group
3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment January 2008 - October 2011
3rd Battalion The Parachute Regiment January 2006 - January 2008
The Parachute Regiment January 2004 - January 2006
French Foriegn Legion January 1990 - September 1998
Skills
Counterinsurgency, Equal Opportunities, Military Experience, Surveillance, Security Audits, Tactical Planning, Intelligence, H&S Training, Military Liaison, Rope Access, Electronic Warfare, PSD, Operational Planning, Personnel Supervision, First Aid, Afghanistan, Force Protection, Counterterrorism, Military Logistics, Personal Security, Tactics, Asset Protection, Explosives, NATO, H&S Management, Combat, Maritime Security, Intelligence Analysis, Combat Lifesaver, ECDL Certification, Interagency Coordination, Teaching, Law, Security Training, Teaching Adults, Weapons, Security Clearance, Military Operations, Command, Electricians, Reconnaissance, Contingency Planning, Close Protection, Emergency Management, Briefing, Physical Security
Chris Craggs
Independent Writing and Editing Professional
Writing and Editing
Education
The Open University 1980 — 1988
1st Class Hons, Earth Sciences
Richmond Grammar School 1962 — 1970
Experience
RockFax 2001 - Present
Climber Magazine 1990 - 2005
Sheffield City Council 1980 - 2000
Skills
Travel Writing, Freelance Writing, Proofreading, Writing, Rock Climbing, Publications, Books, Editing, Graphic Design, Photography, Mountaineering
Chris Crane
Service Delivery Manager at HewlettPackard
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2009
Professional Certificate in Management
Experience
Hewlett-Packard April 2015 - Present
Hewlett-Packard September 2009 - April 2015
Aviva plc April 2004 - June 2009
Aviva plc July 2002 - March 2004
Skills
Service Improvement, IT Operations, ITIL, Service Delivery, Service Desk, Outsourcing, Service Management, Problem Management, ITIL Certified, IT Outsourcing, IT Management, Sla, Incident Management, IT Service Management
Chris Creed
Soft Skills coach / Ingénieur Pédagogique Social Learning Solutions
Human Resources
Education
The Open University
MEd (Lifelong Learning), Education science, psychology & Linguistics
Experience
Active Learning Solutions January 2007 - Present
Toulouse Business School 2012 - 2012
Skills
Facebook, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Bilingual French /..., Management Development, Teaching, Organizational Change, Mentoring, Blended Learning, Instructional Design, Social Media, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Blogging, Team Leadership, Management Consulting, Training, Leadership, Priority Management, E-learning, Training Delivery, Time Management, Team Management, Social Networking, Social Learning, Management, Teamwork, Stress Management, Training Skills, Personal Development, Employee Engagement, Career Development, Social Media..., NLP, Presentation Coaching, English, Social Networking..., Consultancy, Change Management, Persuasive Presentations, Team Building, HR Consulting, Customer Relations, Organizational..., Staff Development, French, Negotiation, Performance coaching, Executive Coaching, Social Media Integration
Chris Crew
O2 Open Software Developer at Telefónica
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor’s Degree, Computing and ICT
Experience
Telefónica June 2007 - Present
Skills
WPF Development, C#, XML, Test Driven Development, HTML, WPF
Chris Croft
Videographer specialising in Music related video
Media Production
Education
The Manchester Metropolitan University 2009 — 2010
PGCE, Post Compulsory Education and Training (Music Technology and Media)
The Open University 2006 — 2008
Diploma, Music
The University of Salford 2001 — 2005
BA (Hons), Visual Arts
Experience
Croftwerk October 2010 - Present
Accrington and Rossendale College January 2010 - December 2010
Winstanley College September 2009 - July 2010
Winstanley College August 2005 - September 2009
Skills
Videography, Teaching, Video, Music Videos, Event Videography, Photoshop, After Effects, Video Editing, Video Production, Premiere, Video Distribution
Chris Crofton
Relationship Manager Education, Charity & Government at Lloyds Bank
Banking
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
Experience
Lloyds Bank September 2015 - Present
Lloyds Banking Group September 2003 - August 2015
Barclays September 2001 - September 2003
Skills
Business Relationship..., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Relationship Management, Financial Analysis, Research, Visual Basic, Banking, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Presentation Skills, Credit Analysis, Credit Risk, PowerPoint, Risk Management, HTML, Windows, English, Photoshop
Chris Cullen
Principal Consultant at SYSTRA Ltd
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2016
Msc, Mathematics
University of Chester 2004 — 2008
Bsc, Mathematics, First
Experience
SYSTRA Ltd September 2008 - Present
Personal Tutors 2010 - 2011
Skills
SATURN, Road Traffic, Tuba, VBA, Transportation Planning, Appraisals, Cube Voyager, Project Management, Microsoft Visual Studio..., Python, Microsoft Access, Mathematics, Microsoft SQL Server, Revenue Forecasting, Traffic Engineering, Transport Modelling, Operational Research, Highways, VISSUM, Microsoft Excel, Demand Forecasting, Operations Research, VB.NET
Chris Cunnington
Software Engineer at Software AG
Computer Software
Education
The Open University 2000 — 2006
BSc Honours (1st Class) Information Technology and Computing
Experience
Software AG November 2009 - Present
Siemens Enterprise Communications August 2000 - October 2009
Taylor Hobson Precision February 1998 - August 2000
Taylor Hobson Precision May 1994 - February 1998
Taylor Hobson Precision January 1991 - May 1994
BMARC Grantham September 1987 - December 1990
BMARC Grantham September 1986 - September 1987
BMARC Grantham September 1982 - September 1986
Skills
Embedded Software, C++, Software Development, Linux, VoIP, Manufacturing, OOP, Test Driven Development, Scrum, Configuration Management, Telecommunications, Object Oriented Design, RTOS, Embedded Systems, C/C++, VxWorks, Software Engineering
Chris Currie
Senior Business Development Manager at COLAS UK
Construction
Education
The Open University 2012 — 2012
Chapel-en-le Frith 1980 — 1985
Experience
COLAS UK June 2009 - Present
Aggregate Industries September 2006 - November 2008
Aggregate Industries March 1992 - April 2006
Skills
Management, Commercial Management, Budgets, Contract Management, Feasibility Studies, Rail, Cost Management, Customer Service, Subcontracting, NEBOSH, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Change Management, Business Planning, PFI, Account Management, Profit Center Management, Procurement, Asphalt, IOSH, Budget, Strategic Planning, Bid Writing, Construction, Bid Preparation, Highways, Cost Control, Long-term Customer..., Operations Management, Project Bidding, Civil Engineering, Customer Retention, Construction Management, Contractors, New Business Development, Business Development, Road, Business Process..., Tender Preparation, Value Engineering
Chris Cursley
Experienced Programme, Project and Change Manager
Management Consulting
Education
The Open University
Experience
Tribal Education October 2008 - July 2010
Tribal Group 2006 - July 2010
Tribal Consulting 2006 - July 2010
Tribal TGC 2006 - September 2008
Atos Origin 2004 - 2005
Schlumberger Sema Consulting 2002 - 2005
SchlumbergerSema 2002 - 2004
Sema Group 2002 - 2003
Cable & Wireless July 2000 - April 2002
National Westminster Bank 1986 - 2000
Skills
Training, Project Delivery, Private Sector, Outsourcing, Stakeholder Management, Performance Management, Organizational Design, Business Case, Benefits Realisation, Governance, Management Consulting, Performance Improvement, Business Transformation, Business Analysis, Public Sector, Program Management, Project Portfolio..., Information Management, PMO, Business Process..., PRINCE2, Change Management, Process Improvement, Business Process, Management, IT Strategy
Chris D'Abreo
Project Director and Owner at CDA Project Solutions Limited
Aviation & Aerospace
Education
The University of Salford 1980 — 1983
BSc(Hons) 2:1, Electronics
Worthing College of Technology 1978 — 1980
OND Technology
The Open University
Object Oriented Computing
Experience
CDA Project Solutions Limited March 2014 - Present
Rockwell Collins UK Limited January 2008 - December 2013
Network Enabled Communications August 2001 - January 2008
Rockwell Collins UK Limited September 2000 - August 2001
Lockheed Martin UK Limited November 1997 - September 2000
ECC Simulation September 1985 - October 1997
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Integration, DO-178B, Engineering Management, Software Project..., Tactical Data Links, Military, Avionics, Aerospace, Earned Value Management, Program Management, Defense, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Hardware Development, Software Development, Configuration Management, Object Oriented Design, Communications, Requirements Management, Mild-Std 498, Lean Champion (Six..., Communications..., Security Clearance
Chris D'Souza
GM CVT IT Strategy and Portfolio. Creating business solutions using mobile, vehicle telematics, big data and m2m.
Retail
Education
The Open University
BSc, IT, Business, Music
The Open University
Postgraduate Diploma in Mgmt
Experience
Shell April 2012 - Present
Shell May 2011 - March 2012
Shell January 2008 - June 2011
SHELL INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM COMPANY LIMITED September 2005 - December 2007
Shell UK April 2004 - September 2005
Shell UK December 2001 - March 2004
Bank of Scotland August 1999 - December 2001
godfrey davis contract hire February 1985 - July 1999
Skills
Process Engineering, Project Portfolio..., Integration, IT Strategy, E-commerce, IT Management, Leadership, Change Management, Business Transformation, Smart Cities, Project Delivery, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Outsourcing, Strategy, Management, Management Consulting, IT Service Management, Connected Devices, Business Strategy, MS Project, PMO, Project Planning, Urbanization, Big Data, CRM, Program Management, Enterprise Software, Product Development, M2M
Chris Dack
Mental Health Recovery Officer Advocacy. Rethink Mental Illness
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
The Open University 1984 — 2006
BSc Hons, Psychology
Experience
Rethink Mental Illness October 2012 - Present
Rethink February 2006 - December 2012
White Rock Primary School October 1994 - February 2010
Childline 2003 - 2010
Chris Daniells
MMW Coordinator at Michelin Tyre PLC, Ballymena
Automotive
Education
The Open University
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology
Queen's University of Belfast/Dublin City University 1997 — 1998
Master of Science (MSc), Science Communication
Queens University of Belfast 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Physics, 2:1
Cambridge House Grammar 1987 — 1994
Experience
Michelin January 2014 - Present
Michelin June 2010 - December 2013
Michelin March 2008 - June 2010
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, English, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Management, Automotive, Manufacturing..., Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Excel, Value Stream Mapping
Chris Darby
Engineering Technical Manager at Gibbs Technologies Ltd
Automotive
Education
The Open University 1992 — 2000
BSc Hons, Electrical/ Electronics Engineering
Experience
Gibbs Technologies Ltd March 2014 - Present
Gibbs Technologies Ltd April 2012 - Present
RDVS Ltd November 2011 - April 2012
Tata Motors European Technical Centre November 2010 - November 2011
Advanced Transport Systems - ULTraPRT June 2006 - November 2010
Gibbs Technologies 1999 - 2006
Breed Technologies 1998 - 1999
BREED Technologies, Coventry, UK 1993 - 1997
TRW Transportation Electronics Ltd September 1985 - February 1991
Signal Technology 1984 - 1985
Chris Deery
Head of Housing IT at Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1990 — 1997
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Information Technology, Pass
The Open University 1984 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Hons, Information Technology, 2:1
Experience
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council July 2014 - Present
Northampton Partnership Homes June 2014 - Present
Solihull Community Housing May 2006 - Present
The Open University February 1998 - Present
Bridgnorth District Council January 2004 - May 2006
RS Components January 2002 - December 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Leadership, Universal Credit, Local Government, Management, Welfare Reform, Corporate Governance, Workshop Facilitation, Culture Change, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Change Management, Program Management, Mentoring, Financial Inclusion, ITIL Process
Chris Dent
PowerShell Developer at GResearch
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2012
PG Dip: Advanced Networking, Network and System Administration/Administrator
Experience
G-Research May 2015 - Present
KPMG UK June 2014 - May 2015
Cabinet Office February 2014 - May 2014
Think Finance August 2013 - January 2014
Monitise October 2012 - July 2013
Experts-Exchange 2004 - March 2013
Monitise March 2008 - October 2012
Monitise March 2008 - February 2012
Informa June 2005 - February 2008
Corpex Ltd January 2005 - June 2005
Skills
WAN, Network Security, Microsoft Infrastructure, VBScript, Microsoft Technologies, Windows Server 2008, C#, DHCP, Windows Server 2003, Windows, PKI, Network Programming, Switches, JUNOS, SRX, Network Architecture, Security, Firewalls, Virtualization, Microsoft Exchange..., Group Policy, Routers, Scripting, System Architecture, Windows Server, Regular Expressions, Routing, DNS, Powershell, Network Engineering, IIS, Directory Services, Microsoft Exchange, PIX, TCP/IP, LDAP, Citrix, OCS, Perl, ASA, Hyper-V, CCNA, ADSI, Active Directory, Cisco Catalyst Switches
Chris Deslandes
Strategic Analyst at Direct Line Group
Insurance
Education
Deben High School 1997 — 2012
The Open University
The Open University
Experience
Direct Line Group March 2015 - Present
Direct Line Group April 2013 - March 2015
Direct Line Group November 2010 - April 2013
Anglian Home Improvements April 2008 - November 2010
General Offshore LTD February 2008 - March 2008
Skills
SAS Programming, SAS Base, SAS, Project Planning, Visual Basic, Team Leadership, Sales Analysis, Creative Problem Solving, Call Centers, IT Operations, Customer Service, Complaints, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Customer Experience, Problem Solving, Customer Retention, Sales, Outbound Marketing, Coaching
Chris Dexter
Service Desk Manager at Capita
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2006
BSc (Hons) 2:1, IT & Computing
Experience
Capita Employee Benefits June 2012 - Present
DHL (NHS Supplychain) September 2008 - March 2011
DHL (NHS SupplyChain) July 2001 - September 2008
Custodian September 1993 - July 2001
Skills
Management, Service Delivery, IT Outsourcing, Call Center, Outsourcing, IT Service Management, Call Centers, People Management, Process Management, Business Analysis, Team Management, Sla, Team Leadership, Documentation, Technical Support, Service Desk, Process Improvement, Service Improvement, IT Management, Process Engineering, Team Building, Infrastructure, Incident Management, ITIL, Operations Management, IT Operations, IT Governance, IT Strategy, ISO 20000, Service Level Management, Business Process, Change Management, Help Desk Support, SLA, Service Management, Governance
Chris Diamond
Continuous Improvements and Training Manager at C&D Foods
Food Production
Education
The Open University 2013 — 2017
Leadership and management, Business/Commerce, General
The Towers Comprehensive
Experience
C&D Foods September 2014 - Present
Skills
cGMP, ISO, SAP, Cross-functional Team..., 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Production Planning, Value Stream Mapping, FMCG, GMP, Kaizen, Process Improvement, Supply Chain
Chris Diffey
CRD Projects Ltd
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2010
BEng (Hons), Mechanical Engineering
Experience
. August 2011 - Present
Skills
Defense, Engineering, Engineering Management, Commissioning, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing, Earned Value Management, Microsoft Project, MS Project, Construction Management, Project Engineering, Energy, Project Control, Project Planning, Contract Management
Chris Diprose
Engineering & Facilities at Abbott Laboratories
Pharmaceuticals
Education
The Open University 2006 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Business Studies
Chatham Grammar School for Boys 1999 — 2006
High School, A Level - Business, Geography and Design Technology, Passed
Experience
Abbott Laboratories February 2010 - Present
Abbott January 2008 - August 2009
Lloyds Bank May 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Cognos, CMMS, Biotechnology, Project Management, Maximo, IOSH, Preventive Maintenance, FDA, Inspection, Manufacturing, SOP, Validation, EHS, Auditing, Facilities Management, Operations Management, Quality System, Pharmaceutical Industry, Maintenance Management, Calibration, Service Contract, CAPA, ISO 9001, Health and Safety, Pest Control, GMP, Green Belt, Contractor Management, Lean Six Sigma
Chris Dix
Customer Service Manager at Sonatest LTD
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Education
The Open University 2008 — 2009
Certificate in Management
London South Bank University 1996 — 2007
HND in Building Studies
Mid-Kent College 1994 — 1996
ND in Building Studies
Longfield Upper
Experience
Sonatest LTD August 2003 - Present
991.com February 1996 - August 2003
Skills
Ultrasonics, Office Administration, Automation, Pricing, Office Management, Key Account Management, Key Account Development, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting, Entertainment, Inspection, Business, Social Networking, C, Microsoft Word, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Windows, Problem Management, Manufacturing, Testing, Business Analysis, Aerospace, Coaching, Management, Instructor-led Training, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Operations Management, NDT, Leadership, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Navision, Sales Management, Embedded Systems, Modeling, Account Management, Customer Service, Key Performance..., People Skills, New Business Development, Business Objects, Packaging, Forecasting
Chris Dorrell
Joint Managing Director (Owner) HH Solutions UK Ltd
Wholesale
Education
The Open University 1994 — 1996
Experience
HH Solutions UK Ltd July 2009 - Present
Skills
Business Strategy, Product Development, Key Account Management, Negotiation, Salesforce.com, Customer Service, Supply Chain Management, Account Management, Furniture, Manufacturing, Retail, Ergonomics, Management, B2B, Logistics, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management
Chris Duckett
Information Technology and Services Professional
Information Technology and Services
Education
The Open University 1974 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Streety School
Experience
SCC 2008 - 2009
Serco March 2004 - March 2008
Skills
Cisco Technologies, ITIL, Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server, Disaster Recovery, Windows Server, VMware, HP, Storage, Data Center
Chris Duffy
Clinical Services Manager at G4S Risk Management
Security and Investigations
Education
University of Southampton 1995 — 1996
Adult Intensive Care, Nursing
Army School of Nursing 1979 — 1983
RN, Nursing
Ross High Tranent 1972 — 1977
The Open University
Management
Experience
G4S Risk Management October 2010 - Present
ArmorGroup 2006 - 2008
Skills
Supervisory Skills, Security Clearance, ACLS, Operational Planning, Offshore Drilling, Weapons, Leadership, Force Protection, Military Operations, Corporate Security, Program Management, Command, Surveillance, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Emergency Medicine, Emergency, Counterterrorism, First Aid, Crisis Management, Physical Security, Training, Executive Protection, Emergency Management, Private Investigations, Security Training, Personal Security, Contingency Planning, Risk Management, Medicine, Firearms, Tactics, Policy, Healthcare, Military, Protection, Management, Security Management, Risk Assessment, Occupational Health, Change Management, Team Building, Emergency Services, Army, Security Operations, Personal Protection, Medical Devices, Close Protection, Afghanistan, Team Leadership
Chris Dunkley
CEO, RoCRE
Executive Office
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2007
MBA module, Strategy (B820)
Kingston University 1993 — 1994
DMS, Management Studies
De Montfort University 1987 — 1991
2.1, Business Studies
Bedford School 1985 — 1986
Experience
RoCRE, Rothamsted Centre for Research and Enterprise April 2015 - Present
Rothamsted Research September 2013 - April 2015
Ipsos Retail Performance August 2011 - September 2013
Bucks and MK Innovation Growth Team June 2009 - August 2011
Sparc Technology Network June 2006 - August 2011
Milton Keynes Enterprise Hub September 2003 - June 2009
East of England Development Agency 2008 - 2008
Cranfield University 2002 - 2004
Cranfield University School of Management 1999 - 2002
Brann Ltd 1995 - 1999
Skills
International Business, Account Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Product Marketing, Marketing Research, New Business Development, Marketing Management, Retail, Strategic Partnerships, Start-ups, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Networking, Innovation Management, Marketing, CRM, Management Consulting, Market Research, Key Account Management, E-commerce, Project Planning, Project Management, Team Management, Change Management, Business Strategy, Enterprise Software, Sales, Business Planning, Marketing Communications, B2B, Product Management, Business Development, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Entrepreneurship, Analysis
Chris Elson
Information Security Support Officer at Care Quality Commission
Hospital & Health Care
Education
Newcastle College 2000 — 2001
Professional Diploma, Computer Aided Art and Design
NHS Protect
Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist - Foundation Level
The Open University
CESG Introduction to Cyber Security
QT&C
BCS Certificate, Information Security Management Principles, Distinction
King Edward sixth
Experience
Care Quality Commission July 2014 - Present
Independent 2008 - Present
Care Quality Commission November 2012 - July 2014
Care Quality Commission May 2009 - October 2012
Skills
Stakeholder Management, Social Media, Wedding Photography, IT Hardware Support, Analysis, Project Management, Change Management, Management, Customer Service, Coaching, Leadership, Travel Photography, Data Analysis, Technical Support, Digital Photography, Training, Teamwork, Event Photography, Travel Management, Photoshop, Healthcare, Public Sector
Chris Emmerson
Service Manager at Scottish Gas
Oil & Energy
Education
The Open University 2015 — 2017
MSc Engineering, Engineering
The Open University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Engineering
Experience
British Gas January 2011 - Present
British Gas October 2005 - January 2011
Skills
Project Management, Change Management, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Energy
Chris Emmerson
Information Analyst Specialist at Public Health Wales
Government Administration
Education
University of South Wales 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MSc), Health Psychology, Distinction
The Open University 2004 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Psychology, First
Experience
Public Health Wales October 2013 - Present
Cardiff County Council April 2009 - October 2013
Freelance November 2007 - March 2009
Jack Morton Worldwide November 2006 - October 2007
ADDACTION January 2005 - October 2006
Chris Enness MA, MSc, BA (hons), BSc F.I.FireE
Managing Director at Advisory Services UK LTD
Public Safety
Education
Institution of Fire Engineers 1994 — 2013
Fellow, Fire Engineering
Common Purpose 2006 — 2007
Matrix programme, Private, Public and Voluntary sector business
Oxford Cambridge and RSA examinations (OCR) 2004 — 2005
Certificate in mediation skills, Mediation, conciliation and Arbitration.
Coventry University 2002 — 2005
Master of Arts (MA), Management, Strategy, Leadership, Distinction
Fire Service College 2003 — 2004
Brigade Command Course, Distinction
University of Central Lancashire 2003 — 2004
Master of Science (MSc), Fire Command and Management, Distinction
University of Central Lancashire 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Fire Service Studies
The Open University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) hons, Psychology
University of Central Lancashire 1996 — 1999
BTEC Higher national diploma, Fire Command and Management Studies, Distinction
St Cedds RC comprehensive 1974 — 1979
Experience
Advisory Services (UK) LTD November 2014 - Present
Advisory Services (UK) LTD January 2014 - Present
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service May 2006 - January 2014
Essex County Fire & Rescue Service 1987 - 2004
Fire Service College 1998 - 2000
Skills
Hazardous Materials, Investigation, Performance Management, Policy, Life Safety, Crisis Management, Management, Strategic Planning, Emergency, Contingency Planning, Employee Relations, HAZMAT, Fire Safety, Business Strategy, First Responder, Leadership Development, Public Safety, Weapons of Mass..., Negotiation, Accident Investigation, Risk Management, Disaster Response, EMS, Emergency Services, Fire Management, Contract Negotiation, Organizational..., Occupational Health, Change Management, Mentoring, Emergency Planning, Problem Solving, Program Management, Risk Assessment, Public Speaking, First Aid, Emergency Management, CBRN, Fire Safety Management, Team Building, People Management, Incident Command, Preparedness, Emergency Operations, Fire Suppression Systems, Firefighting, Coaching, Rescue, Fire Protection, Fire Investigation
Chris Ervine
Project / Industrial Engineer, Zigbee products looking for next assignment
Semiconductors
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2004
MSc, Management and Manufacturing
Experience
NXP Semiconductors August 2010 - January 2014
Jennic now owned by NXP October 2005 - August 2010
Zetex 1993 - 2005
Zetex Semiconductors 1991 - 2005
Siliconix 1988 - 1990
Skills
Product Development, Semiconductors, Electronics, Design for Manufacturing, Embedded Systems, IC, Engineering, Manufacturing, Yield, Analog, Embedded Software, Testing, Product Marketing, Wireless, Project Management, Process Engineering, RF, Engineering Management, PCB design, ASIC, Six Sigma, Product Management, Semiconductor Industry
Chris Evis
Retired (Former Head, Incident Management with NCI Agency).
Computer & Network Security
Education
The Open University 1985 — 1992
BA(Hons), Maths & Computing
Experience
None July 2014 - Present
NATO Computer Incident Response Capability Technical Centre January 2005 - June 2014
NATO - Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe April 1981 - January 2005
Royal Corps of Signals September 1971 - April 1981
Skills
Network Architecture, Virtualization, VMware, Operating Systems, CISSP, Security Architecture..., Windows Server, Incident Management, Computer Security, Cisco Technologies, Network Security, Firewalls, IDS, Computer Forensics, DoD, ITIL, Active Directory, Snort, Troubleshooting, Intrusion Detection, Servers, VPN, Switches, Security Clearance, Integration, Information Assurance, Security, TCP/IP, Systems Engineering, System Administration, Microsoft Exchange, Data Center, Network Design, Information Security..., Network Administration, Information Security, Networking, Vulnerability Assessment, Cloud Computing
Chris Evison
Data Processor at Fugro Survey Ltd
Oil & Energy
Education
The University of Salford 2010 — 2011
Master's Degree, GIS and Remote Sensing, MSc with Merit
Lancaster University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Geography, BSc Hons
The Open University
Bachelor's Degree, Forensic Psychology, Ongoing
Experience
Fugro Survey Ltd January 2012 - Present
Photarc Survey November 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Excel, ArcGIS, Hydrography, Coda, Reporting, GIS, SQL, Surveying, Geographic Information..., EIA, Environment Impact..., Environmental Awareness, Digital Terrain, CAD, GPS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, Bathymetry, Survey, Computer Aided Design, Data Processor, DTM, Side Scan Sonar, Pipelines, Inspection
Chris Farnell
Senior Solutions Architect at NHS Shared Business Services
Financial Services
Education
The Open University 2004 — 2007
Post Graduate Certificate, Computer Science
Queensbury Upper School
Experience
NHS Shared Business Services July 2014 - Present
NHS Shared Business Services October 2012 - June 2014
NHS Shared Business Services June 2006 - September 2012
EMIS September 1998 - May 2005
Skills
IP, IP Networking, Service Delivery, Shared Services, Relational Databases, Desktop Support, Oracle, Technical Support, Interfaces, System Architecture, Interface Architecture, Databases, Solution Architecture, Security, Integration, Windows, Business Process Design, SQL*Plus, Decision Support, IT Management
Chris Fenwick
Project Engineer at Brown and Mason
Environmental Services
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng)
Northumbria University 2009 — 2010
Master of Science (MSc), Project Management
University of Central Lancashire 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Commercial Management & Quantity Surveying
Experience
Brown and Mason October 2013 - Present
The EDS Group April 2012 - September 2013
The EDS Group January 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Decommissioning, Construction Safety, Waste, Project Planning, Earthworks, Project Estimation, Remediation, Soil, Hazardous Waste..., Contract Negotiation, Engineering, Demolition, Subcontracting, Environmental Compliance, Contract Management, Asbestos, Safety Management..., Explosives, Waste Management, Inspection, HAZWOPER
Chris Fergusson
Safety, health, hygiene and environmental officer at C&D Foods
Food Production
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2011
Business studies, NVQ Level 5
The Open University 2009 — 2010
BTEC HNC, Business Studies
Institute of Financial Services 2005 — 2006
CeMAP, Certificate in mortgage administration and processing
University of Central Lancashire 1994 — 1997
BTEC HND, Forestry
Experience
C&D Foods October 2014 - Present
C&D Foods October 2013 - October 2014
P&O Ferrymasters April 2013 - October 2013
East Riding of Yorkshire Council August 2011 - December 2012
East Riding of Yorkshire Council November 2009 - August 2011
St. James's Place Wealth Management October 2007 - July 2008
Skills
Employee Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Recruiting, Data Analysis, FMCG, Account Management, Management, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Administration, Customer Service, Human Resources, Time Management, Procurement, System Administration, Change Management, Performance Management, Sourcing, Negotiation, Training, Office Management
Chris Freegard-Elmes
Advertising Manager at The Reiki Association
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Education
University College of St Mark and St John 1995 — 1998
Bachelor's Degree, Art and Design with Philosophy, 2:1
The Open University 1993 — 1995
Diploma in European Humanities, Dip. Eu.Hum. O.U
Experience
The Reiki Association February 2015 - Present
Natural Flow Reiki August 2014 - Present
Peugeot Head Office September 2014 - October 2014
Equilib.co.uk 2011 - January 2014
A Charitable Trust December 2007 - July 2013
Robert O Lenkiewicz June 1995 - September 2000
Royal Marines 1973 - 1995
Skills
First Aid, Access 2010, Art, Teaching, Sculpture, Art Education, Meditation, Portrait Photography, Employee Training, Guitar, Event Planning, Painting, Museums, Customer Relations, Figurative Art, Team Leadership, Painter, Healing, Instructor-led Training, Reiki, Training Delivery, Retail Sales, Marketing outsourcing, Music, Business Process..., Acrylic, Office Administration, Physical Education, Microsoft Office
Chris Funderburg
✔Experienced Team Manager ✔DevOps Architect ✔Senior System Admin ✔Hardware & Software Deployment Expert ✔Charity Trustee
Telecommunications
Education
The Open University 2011 — 2017
BSc (Honours), Environmental Management and Technology
Texas State Technical College 1991 — 1992
Information Technology
Odessa High School 1989 — 1991
Experience
Cognito May 2011 - Present
Nuance Communications December 2009 - March 2011
SpinVox June 2008 - December 2009
SpinVox December 2005 - June 2008
Carefone Services December 1999 - December 2005
Funderburg Ltd June 1998 - December 1999
The Chase Manhattan Bank May 1997 - June 1998
USAF 1992 - 1996
Skills
Informix, Active Directory, DNS, TCP/IP, Apache, Fedora, VMware ESX, Nagios, System Administration, Cisco Technologies, Software Testing, Servers, PHP, Data Center, Operating Systems, Subversion, Integration, Security, Unix, Linux, Database Design, Information Security, Software Deployment, Databases, Solaris, DevOps, Team Management, Red Hat Linux, ITIL, Shell Scripting, Ubuntu, Perl, Virtualization, MySQL, Bash, Testing
Chris Fyfe
Global Finance Director at Greenpeace International
International Trade and Development
Education
The Open University 2010 — 2013
Master of Science (MSc), Development Management, All modules passed with merit
University of Strathclyde 1983 — 1986
BSc, Technology and Business Studies (Accounting and Biotechnology)
Experience
Greenpeace International March 2014 - Present
Chris Fyfe Ltd March 2011 - March 2014
CfBT November 2012 - February 2014
Progressio October 2012 - October 2012
Save the Children July 2012 - September 2012
Merlin June 2012 - July 2012
Development Media International January 2012 - May 2012
Trocaire January 2012 - January 2012
CAFOD and Trocaire October 2011 - December 2011
FARM Africa August 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Accounting, Human Rights, Policy, Budgets, Corporate Social..., Nonprofits, Non-profits, Grants, Management, Finance, Public Sector, NGOs, Strategy, Internal Controls, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow, Financial Audits, Change Management, Spanish, Management Accounting, Humanitarian, Forecasting, Development Management, Audit Preparation, Financial Reporting, Risk Management, Financial Systems, Auditing, Internal Audit, PeopleSoft, International..., Analysis, Financial Analysis, Year-end Close, French, Managerial Finance, Proposal Writing, International NGOs, Strategic Planning, Oracle Financial, Strategic Financial..., Financial Controlling, Governance, Capacity Building, QuickBooks, NGO Financial Management, Training
Chris Gaffney
Group Finance Director at johnstons of elgin
Textiles
Education
The Open University 2001 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Northern college, Aberdeen 1992 — 1993
Postgrad Teacher Training
University of Abertay Dundee 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Experience
Johnstons of Elgin June 2011 - Present
Greene King (Belhaven) April 2008 - June 2011
Grampian Country Food Group March 2004 - March 2008
Geest September 2002 - March 2004
Baxters Food Group September 1993 - September 2002
Skills
Chartered Management...
Chris Gait
Chef owner at Shires Pantry
Hospitality
Education
University of Bristol 2009 — 2010
Masters, Maritime Archaeology & History
The Open University 2009 — 2009
Archaeology
Institute of Linguists 2000 — 2001
Diploma, Diploma in Languages for International Communication
South East London Technical College 1980 — 1984
HCIMA, Food and hospitality
Oxford University & English Heritage
Experience
Shires Pantry April 2014 - Present
Blue Arrow September 2013 - Present
Casa Quireza July 2005 - Present
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council January 2012 - July 2013
University of Bristol September 2009 - August 2010
P&O Ferrymasters 2001 - July 2005
Freelance Chef 1990 - 2001
A La Carte Recruitment 1993 - 1998
Skills
Historic Preservation, Metal Detectors, Excavation, GIS, Curating, Personal Chef Services, Museum Collections, Field Work, Digital Video, Research, Cataloging, Anthropology, Report Writing, Maritime Archaeology, Art History, HSE Archaeology &..., Conservation Issues, Archaeology, History, Archives, Scuba Diving, SCUBA Instructor, Digital Photography, Logistics, Training, Historical Research, First Aid, Underwater Photography, Museums, Lecturing, Museum Education, Editing, Archival Research, Academic Writing, Chef, Archaeological Desk..., Cultural Heritage
Chris Ganner
Software Development Manager at Curtis Law Solicitors LLP
Law Practice
Education
The Open University 2007 — 2009
PhD information technology, Information Technology, phd
Chesterfield High School 1991 — 1997
Dip IT, 4 A-Levels A-C & 14 GCSE's A-C, IT, Business Development and History
Forefield Lane 1983 — 1990
Experience
Curtis Law Solicitors LLP December 2013 - Present
Hampson Hughes November 2012 - December 2013
ITLS Ltd July 2010 - April 2011
Versus Law 2011 - 2011
Goldsmith Williams January 2010 - June 2010
Fletchers Solicitors 2003 - 2009
Skills
Change Management, Claim, Courts, Access, Windows, Software Documentation, Testing, System Administration, Windows Server, Databases, Legal Assistance, IT Management, Web Development, Project Management, Dispute Resolution, Legal Advice, Civil Litigation, Customer Service, Software Development, Business Analysis, HTML, Information Technology, Litigation, SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Management, Social Media