Tagline
Smart Home & Venue Technology Entrepreneur
Bio
I'm the Managing Director of the entertainment technology brand HDANYWHERE (now known as HDA + uControl), and I also own the specialist technology distributor OneAV.
I guess I’m most well-known for completing the Marathon des Sables, the 'world's toughest footrace', in 2022, when I ran 250km across the Sahara desert for 6-days, finishing 156th out of over 1000 entrants. With the support of the industry, I raised £50,000 for Together For Cinema - a charitable enterprise that builds accessible cinema rooms in children's hospices and respite centres across the UK. I'm proud to continue to be an Ambassador and Director on the board.
Since 2013, I've been the Chairman of Malvern Town FC, having been a keen footballer my whole life.
At the end of 2022, I was honoured to receive a CEDIA Special Recognition Award, be included in the InAVate 40 Under 40 list, and also receive a Special Recognition at the EI Live! Smart Building Awards.
HDANYWHERE | OneAV | Chair of Malvern Town FC | Marathon des Sables finisher | CEDIA Special Recognition Award | InAVate 40 Under 40 | Smart Building Awards Special Recognition | Together For Cinema Director
Location
Southport, England, Sefton, GB
Last Active
7 months ago
Name / Logo
Elevator Pitch
The first-ever British-made smart remote, with the longest instant-on battery life of any smart remote in the world, and a sophisticated smart home control system for the mid-market.
Industry
Technology
Website
Team Size
5-10 employees
Funding Stage
Series A
Funding Raised
None/Bootstrapped
Annual Revenue
$1M to $2.5M
| Skill | Strength | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| InAVate 40 Under 40 | 90 / 100 | Recognized as one of the top young professionals in the AV industry. |
| CEDIA Special Recognition Award | 90 / 100 | Received a prestigious award for contributions to the industry. |
| Marathon des Sables Finisher | 85 / 100 | Completed the world's toughest footrace, showcasing endurance and determination. |
| Management | 85 / 100 | As Managing Director, overseeing operations and strategic direction of HDANYWHERE and OneAV. |
| Chairman of Malvern Town FC | 80 / 100 | Leading the football club, demonstrating leadership and community involvement. |
| Fundraising | 80 / 100 | Successfully raised £50,000 for Together For Cinema through industry support. |
| Technology | 75 / 100 | Extensive experience in the technology sector, particularly in smart home and venue technology. |
| Smart Home Technology | 70 / 100 | Managing Director of a technology brand specializing in smart home control systems. |
| Sports | 70 / 100 | Keen footballer with a lifelong passion for the sport. |
Title
Director
Position Description
Ambassador and director for a charitable enterprise that builds accessible cinema rooms in children's hospices.
Accomplishment Notes
Raised significant funds and awareness for the charity.
Title
Managing Director
Position Description
Overseeing the operations and strategic direction of the company, focusing on smart home technology solutions.
Accomplishment Notes
Led the company to develop the first British-made smart remote with the longest battery life.
Title
Owner
Position Description
Specialist technology distributor focusing on smart home and venue technology.
Accomplishment Notes
Established a successful distribution business in the technology sector.
Title
Chairman
Position Description
Leading the football club, responsible for strategic decisions and community engagement.
Accomplishment Notes
Promoting local football and community involvement through leadership.