What is a dream that you want to make come true one day?

To have a self sustaining thriving business providing employment to a 40+ team that are thriving and growing every day together towards their business goals.

What is your favourite book, and tell us why you love it?

Who moved my "cheese by  Spencer Johnston.  A great story that gives gentle perspective in how our ability to change and adapt directly impacts the outcomes and aspirations we have in life.

What is the most important lesson that you’ve learned from working at Connekt?

The squeeky wheel gets oiled.

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What would your perfect weekend look like?

My perfect weekend would be a balance of family, relaxation, and a bit of fun. I’d start by watching my son play football, then spend some time outdoors, walking Ralf the Cojack and Hugo the Dachshund in the country park near home. Evenings would be all about cooking dinner with my wife, sharing a bottle of wine, and catching up. And of course, if Spurs win, that’s the cherry on top.

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

At Connekt I’ve learned that the value of people can’t be overstated. In a fast-paced industry like EV charging, you need to learn quickly, adapt constantly, and most importantly, work as a team. That combination is what makes progress possible.

What is a dream that you want to make come true one day?

A dream that means a lot to me is to one day retire to Donegal and live off-grid. The idea of a simpler, more self-sufficient life, like those shared in Ben Fogle’s Extraordinary Lives ( love this show ) – this really resonates with me. It feels like the perfect way to properly switch off and enjoy the next chapter of life with Noleen. Calm and relaxing after a busy career in EV charging.

‍What would your perfect weekend look like?

Dog walks with my family somewhere with lovely views of the water. Perhaps taking our paddle board out for spin.  Out to a restaurant for dinner on Saturday night and a lovely home cooked meal on the Sunday followed by a quiet evening in watching a film.

What’s something surprising that not many people know about you?

I love to be creative and usually always have a project on the go where I'm making something.

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt

Working with such a friendly and supportive team. Everyone is working towards the same goals and making a huge contribution to the growth of the company.

What’s something surprising that not many people know about you?  

I play piano to a pretty high level and qualified to teach it.

What is the most important lesson that you’ve learned from working at Connekt?  

Culture is king.

Who has been your biggest influence in life, and why?  

My wife and kids by a mile. They keep me grounded, motivated, and constantly striving to be better. Plus, they’re the toughest (and most honest) board of directors I’ve ever reported to.

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What would your perfect weekend look like?

I love spending time with my family, we enjoy going for walks and having meals together.

What’s something surprising that not many people know about you?

In my spare time I enjoy making all sorts of things, wall calendars, furniture, boardgames, electronic toys, chalk shaped like a bar of chocolate etc!

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

Helping improve all the technical systems we use and learning about the intricacies of EV charging!

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What would your perfect weekend look like?

Meeting up with friends for food and drinks, then heading to a gig at the Barrowland. Nothing beats the atmosphere there.

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

The people, and the pace at which we can get things done. It’s refreshing to work somewhere so dynamic.

What is a dream that you want to make come true one day?

To buy an old farm and turn it into a dog rescue and boarding kennels. A proper sanctuary for dogs who need it.

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What is a dream that you want to make come true one day?

I want to run Marathon Des Sables, the world's toughest foot race. 250km across the Sahara dessert in up to 50 degree heat. Why? Because it terrifies me and I want to prove I can commit to something that difficult.

What is your favourite book, and tell us why you love it?

Think & Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. Written in 1937, it's message is as relevant today as it was then. Favourite quote from the book "The subconscious mind will translate into reality a thought driven by fear just as readily as it will translate into reality a thought driven by courage or faith".

What is your favourite Connekt memory?

Taking a speed boat across Loch Lomond on a Team bonding excursion. The weather was perfect and the photos and videos were amazing. We had such a great time, climbing hills and island hopping in one of the most stunning locations on earth.

What would your perfect weekend look like?

Get up around 5am, take my dogs out on their massive walks. Get an hour in at the gym and get the house cleaned before I make breakfast. Spend time with my wife, having a nice lunch/dinner and generally chilling out. Get to watch a football game if fixtures are on. ( I realise I sound like a serial killer).

What is your favourite book, and tell us why you love it?

Who Moved My Cheese by Dr Spencer Johnstone. A great read about adaptability and success. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

What is your favourite Connekt memory?

Without a doubt our team day climbing Conic Hill, taking a speedboat across Loch Lomond and sharing the afternoon with the team.

‍What’s something surprising that not many people know about you?

As a poor student my little brother who was a child actor got me into being an extra. I have been in multiple tv programs and movies, the most notable was outlander where I played an English redcoat who shoots one of the main characters and fights in the Battle of Culloden.

Who has been your biggest influence in life, and why?

When push comes to shove it's my mum, when I was 13 she was diagnosed with a 3 month terminal illness, 20 years later and against all medical knowledge she is still with us. She has taught me the definition of resilience, work ethic and to enjoy life everyday. She is part of the reason why I joined Connekt, life is too short to do something you dont enjoy.

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt

Knowing I am making a difference as the UK accelerates towards cleaner energy.

What is your favourite book, and tell us why you love it?

'A Big Boy Did It And Ran Away' by Christopher Brookmyre. I love his use of Scottish vernacular to describe some truly wild and hilarious scenes in his stories. He's a very witty satirist.

What is the most important lesson that you’ve learned from working at Connekt?

The impact a great, focussed team can have on the performance of all, to the benefit of both company and customer.

Who has been your biggest influence in life, and why?

One previous leader helped mentor me for more than 10 years across multiple businesses and pushed me to be the person I am today. Thank you LH! Away from my career, I have always loved listening to Stephen Fry talk. His knowledge and eloquence would see him be the first name on my perfect dinner party invite list.

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Who has been your biggest influence in life, and why?

My papa, as a kid – spent most of my weekends at his. He taught me work ethic and to always be pushing myself. He’d have me doing circuits in the garden, take me to football training, timing me to run to the shops to get his papers in the morning!

What is a dream that you want to make come true one day?

If money was no object, I’d love to get my pilot’s licence. Always loved planes and have done flying lessons before. This was a great experience. I’m that geek watching planes overhead with my flight radar app –my youngest son at 4 has the bug now too.

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

As cheesy as it is, it’s the culture. Good bunch of people and the best environment I’ve worked in over my 20-year career. We all have our own strengths and work well as a team. Genuinely belly laughing daily.

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In your personal life, what has been your most meaningful accomplishment so far?

Aside from the obvious, my amazing kids and being a dad. My proudest moments have been pushing my own limits: conquering the National Three Peaks and cycling from London to Paris. I’m already plotting my next big adventure - nothing like a challenge to makelife feel alive!

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

I enjoy the opportunity to make areal impact. Connekt sits at the intersection of sustainability, and people,and it’s rewarding to help businesses transition to EV charging in a way that genuinely works for them.

What’s something surprising that not many people know about you?

Most people wouldn’t guess it, but I’m all about rom coms for the feels and docufilms for the facts. Love stories and real-life stories.

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What would your perfect weekend look like?

Having a lie in and recharging my batteries. Spending time with my 2 girls and walking my French Bulldog Alfie. Also catching up with freinds when we can all get toegether.

What is a dream that you want to make come true one day?

I would love in later life to downsize and live near the sea. Maybe somewhere warm.

What is the most important lesson that you’ve learned from working at Connekt?

Team work makes the dream work.

What’s something surprising that not many people know about you?

I used to be a professional musician.

What is the most important lesson that you’ve learned from working at Connekt?

The value of working in a great team, sharing ideas and experiences to support our customers and drivers in such a fast-paced industry.

What is your favourite book, and tell us why you love it?

"On the Road" by Jack Kerouac. I've always enjoyed travel and this story captures the allure of the open road in a beautifully fast paced, beat style of writing that I have always enjoyed. It always takes my imagination away when I read it (which I do every year).

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What would your perfect weekend look like?

My ideal weekend would be spend heading to a gig: seeing live music someting I've always loved. Exploring different venues, and seeing all sorts of music is always exciting. Paired nicely with a local food place, somewhere tucked away would set me up for the week perfectly!

In your personal life, what has been your most meaningful accomplishment so far?

One of the most meaningful acomplishments I've acheived is getting my very own podcast (Music Is a Dead Scene) up and running with my best friend. We've always had a big interest in playing, and listening to music and having a podcast focussed around the types of conversations we have as musicians has been fantastic fun, we've had people listen in from all over the world, and people get involved in episodes! It's been a great journey so far, and we can't wait to see it continue to grow.

‍What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

Working in such a close team is something new to me, and having everyone so keen to lend a hand where possible is so refreshing. It's always nice to be surrounded by a positive team, that all want the same goal.

In your personal life, what has been your most meaningful accomplishment so far?

Travelling. What started as a six-month travelling break turned into seven incredible years living in Australia. Moving across the world taught me independence, resilience, and cultural competence in a way nothing else could. It challenged me, stretched me, and ultimately shaped who I am today.

What is your favourite book and why?

‘Lost Connections’ by Johann Hari. What I loved most about it was the book’s focus on human connection. How much we all rely on community, meaningful interaction, and a sense of belonging - and how powerful it can be when we actively find ways to reconnect.

What do you enjoy most about working at Connekt?

The people. Everyone is so genuine and lovely. There’s never a day where you’re not laughing.

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