Timeline
A career spanning technology and public life since 2005. Technical roles, elected positions and consulting work have often run in parallel.
Data Protection Portal
Built a GDPR-compliant data protection portal for a national political party, handling SARs, erasure requests and automated mailbox scanning.
Candidate Application Portal
Built a candidate pipeline system handling applications from parish to parliamentary level for a national political party.
Chagos Islands Balloting System
Built and delivered the balloting system used to elect the Interim First Minister of the Chagos Islands.
Redditch Youth and Community Enterprises (RYCE) Board Member
Appointed as a board member for Redditch Youth and Community Enterprises (RYCE) during a financial emergency. Provided governance and oversight to help steer the organisation back to financial stability.
Social Media Growth — 1.3M Views
Achieved 1.3M views for a client's Facebook page through improved video output and post timings. Follower growth from 4,600 to 9,700 in 60 days, without paid ads.
Rule of Law Website for the Margaret Thatcher Centre
Developed a website for the Margaret Thatcher Centre focused on promoting the rule of law and related initiatives.
Founding Officer - Great British PAC (Political Action Committee)
Co-founded the Great British PAC, a political action committee focused on supporting candidates and causes aligned with our values. Responsible for technology.
Active Travel Level 1 Ranking
As Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, moved Worcestershire from Level 0 to Level 1 Active Travel ranking, unlocking additional government funding.
Software Developer — Bluetorch Consulting
Founded Bluetorch Consulting Ltd. Began designing and building core operational systems for national political organisations.
Formerly opened Worcestershire Parkway Station
Invited to formally open Worcestershire Parkway Station, a major new transport hub for the region, in recognition of my work to support the railways as Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport and board member for West Midlands Rail Executive where I advocated for greater revenue protection at the county's stations and held the Mayor of the West Midlands and Chief Executive of West Midlands Rail accountable on behalf of Worcestershire.
Met Betty Webb, WWII Code Breaker
Had the honor of meeting Betty Webb, a renowned WWII code breaker, and discussed her experiences and contributions during the war.
Inaugurated 'Sir Edward Elgar' Locomotive 196004
Had the honor of attending the inauguration of the 'Sir Edward Elgar' Locomotive 196004 at Shrub Hill Station, celebrating the legacy of the famous composer and the region's railway heritage.
Active Travel Stakeholder Forum
Established the first Active Travel stakeholder forum for Worcestershire, bringing together cycle groups, walkers, equestrian interests, the Canals & Rivers Trust and the County Council.
Cabinet Member for Highways & Transport
Appointed Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport for Worcestershire County Council.
Royal Marines Concert — Church Hill
Facilitated a performance by The Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines Portsmouth in a residential area, navigating road closures, fee waivers and council bureaucracy to make it happen.
Elected to Worcestershire County Council
Elected to Worcestershire County Council, representing the local community and contributing to council decisions and policies.
Portfolio Holder for Finance & Enabling Services
Appointed Portfolio Holder for Finance & Enabling Services for Redditch Borough Council. Oversaw the council's finance, HR, IT and corporate services. Led the council's financial recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, achieving a balanced budget, minimising council tax increases and maintaining investment in parks and open spaces.
New Play Area for Redditch's Flagship Park
Oversaw the development of a new play area in Redditch's flagship park, enhancing recreational facilities for the community. Included a nine meter high tree house play structure, the tallest in the country.
Deputy Leader of Redditch Borough Council
Appointed Deputy Leader of Redditch Borough Council. Led the council's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, including community outreach and public health communications.
Office Manager — Jeremy Wright QC MP
Began working as Office Manager for the Rt Hon Sir Jeremy Wright QC MP, former Attorney General and Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.
Restored the Redditch Carnival
Played a crucial role in restoring the Redditch Carnival, bringing the community together and reviving a cherished local tradition.
Portfolio Holder for Leisure & Culture
Appointed Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture for Redditch Borough Council. Oversaw the council's leisure centres, parks, events and cultural services. Re-established a link with Royal Enfield Motorcycles, leading to a pop-up retail experience, public artwork and a future planned festival. Oversaw the council's leisure and open spaces response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Account Manager — 4 Roads Ltd
Established a new account management function. Listed the firm on G-Cloud 11 and built a pipeline worth over £500,000.
Elected to Redditch Borough Council
Won the Church Hill ward seat on Redditch Borough Council by a single vote.
IT Consultant & Expert Witness
Helped secure the conviction of someone who falsely accused a serving soldier. Provided expert testimony to the High Court using a ground-breaking technical method.
ASP.NET Developer
Delivered features on financial platforms, fleet management systems and customer-facing applications at GKN, IRESS and RunYourFleet.
Head of Technology — 18 Doughty Street Talk TV
Responsible for keeping Britain's first internet-based TV station on air every night. Shortlisted for an award by The New Statesman Magazine.
Parliamentary Campaign Websites
Designed, built and managed websites for three Parliamentary Candidates for the General Election.