Meet the team

I love…
Watching dogs talk on YouTube
I’d like to live…
As far away as possible from people who believe Facebook is actually sociable
I wouldn't be caught dead…
In a coffin….They’re so last year!
Almost nobody knows that…
The fourth finger on my left hand is haunted by the ghost of Jimmy Hendrix

“Mark started work as a humble accountant in 1992 but always had a passion for IT, having had success as a youngster in programming games for the ZX Spectrum.  Mark spent several years in practice becoming an expert in accounting solutions.  Having initially formed Demack Computer Services in 1999, the company then became part of Red Ant Innovations in 2005 and finally HWT in 2009 and he now manages the financials of the company and still supports many clients with their accounting solutions and IT systems.”

I’d like to live…
In the rotating mountain restaurant from James Bond’s “On Her Majesty’s Secret Service”
If I was granted one wish from a genie I would…
Ask for infinite wishes. Wouldn’t everybody?
I wouldn't be caught dead…
Owning a cat.
If I won the lottery I would…
Become a lot more popular.

“Alex started working for HWT in 2006 as an IT consultant, after completing a degree in Computer Science, and is now a Director at the Preston office. Alex usually fills the role of Technical Director, setting the technical direction of the company and making sure everybody keeps their skills up to date with the latest technologies”

I love…
Marmite (yes really!)
I hate…
Norwich City FC
I wouldn’t be caught dead…
In a Man Utd shirt
If I won the lottery…
I wouldn’t spend anything

"Mark has worked in IT for over 10 years now and has worked for Securicor Group and the NHS during this time. Mark has been with HWT for over 8 years and is a certified Microsoft Professional with experience in servers, support and Cloud systems. He is based in our Exeter office"

I hate…
It when people don’t text you back!
I’d like to live…
In a vibrant city
Almost nobody knows that…
I used to deliver Milk Tray …
The super power I most want is…
Time travel

“Paul started work at HWT in 2007 after working his way up the IT ladder through numerous helpdesk jobs. Paul presently occupies a technical role working with the Technical Director and also supervises the Preston support team.”

I love…
Exploring, adventure and weekends.
I’d like to live…
On the beach in the sun.
If I won the lottery I would…
Travel the world.
The super power I most want is...
To be able to teleport my partner and I to anywhere in a flash.

"Chris’ interest in IT started in high school while living in South Africa and at 14 years old he received recognition for helping to develop and deploy networks in surrounding schools. Chris immigrated to the UK in 2007 and worked in supporting a 6th form college while looking for work in the South West. He started working for HWT in the Exeter office in 2008 as an IT consultant and is now an IT supervisor with responsibility for the Exeter office support team"

I love…
all things tech
I hate…
the buzz words “the cloud” and “web 2.0”
I wouldn't be caught dead…
In a pink dress, blue all the way.
Almost nobody knows that…
I have a tattoo of a devil on my right shoulder

“Tom joined HWT in September 2011 as a website developer. His main role is to keep all the current sites up to date along with continually developing new sites and bringing to life new ideas, including the HW Technology Website. Tom is also a fully qualified electrician before pursuing a career in IT he served his time as a spark, specializing in electronics.”

I love…
My wife, film and cinema, mythical lore and general story telling
I’d like to live…
In medieval times without the short life span and ugly side of things
If I was granted one wish from a genie I would…
Be pretty shocked
My claim to fame is...
Having my photo taken with a STORMTROOPER

“Simon, originally from Nottingham, moved to Devon in early 2009 to progress his IT career. He joined HWT in February 2010 where he works as an IT Consultant. His role comprises both desktop and server support inclusive of implementation and fault resolution.”

I love…
Fry ups on lazy Sunday mornings.
I hate…
Slow computers.
I'd like to live…
In paradise.
Almost nobody knows that…
I can juggle.

“James joined HWT in March 2012 as a junior web developer. He has had a strong interest in all things tech since a very young age and has decided to dive into the world of IT professionally. James’ duties consist of updating and maintaining existing websites as well as developing new ones”

I love…
Open log fires
I hate…
GoonSwarm and red flashy things
I’d like to live…
In a spaceship going to a galaxy far, far away
If I won the lottery I would…
Be very confused

“Neil Joined HWT in April 2011 as a consultant. After a 12 year service in the RAF, Neil has spent 11 years working in different areas of IT for various companies. Neil has a wealth of knowledge and information about the IT industry. He now spends most of his time ensuring systems are running as they should and helping with customer issues.”

I love…
It when a plan comes together.
I hate…
Being stuck in an office in summer without being near a window. And the Smurfs DVD.
If I won the lottery I would…
Retire very early and buy the biggest media entertainment system I can find.
The super power I most want is…
To freeze time.

“Joining HWT in July 2011, David has over 18 years’ IT experience within food, pharmaceutical and printing businesses including development and maintenance of company networks and business applications, with subsequent user focused support, along with management of company and user data, business process improvements and disaster recovery planning.”

I love….
CAKE!
I hate….
Nothing – hate is such a strong word
I’d like to live….
Five minutes’ walk from the beach again
If I was granted one wish from a genie I would…..
Wish for an extra hour in bed EVERY day

“Dayna started working for HWT in April 2006 as an IT consultant whilst finishing her BTEC in IT Practitioners.
Her role on the helpdesk focuses on supporting the customers with their wide range of IT issues, as well as maintaining the smooth running of server backup solutions.”

I love…
Having nice meals with good friends.
I hate…
People who assume I have a crystal ball.
If I won the lottery I would…
Retire and to travel as much as possible.
The super power I most want is…
To make sure my crystal ball is clear at all times and that I can see the future.

"Jayne joined Reynolds Chartered Accountants a predecessor firm of Haines of Watts in 1979 and dealt with a range of owner managed businesses.  She got heavily involved with clients who had Sage software in 1990 and when Red Ant Innovations was formed in 2001 she moved across to them, it changed its name to HWT in 2009.  She supports clients’ with their Sage and accountancy issues and is fully Sage Accredited."

I hate…
Green food - peas, cucumber, blue cheese, cabbage – it’s just wrong.
Almost nobody knows that…
I’m always right even when I’m wrong.
I’d like to live…
In a ‘Wendy House’
I wouldn't be caught dead…
In flat heels.

“Wendy started working for HWT in January 2011; she is the first voice on the end of the phone and filters all calls through to the correct person. Wendy also proof reads most outgoing content and makes adjustments were necessary. She takes care of the health and safety aspect of the Preston office, maintaining records, equipment and assists with the accounts”