The team

Connected is often described as a “weird place to work”. Maybe something to do with the flat, open and honest structure. Maybe something to do with the amount of fun and (light) banter that rattles around the place. Maybe it’s that everyone in the company works flexible hours. Maybe it’s the mix of people that work here, their culture and values. Love ‘em all

We’re always on the look-out for the best technical and great customer services people. It you’re interested in working with us then have a look through our current list of positions vacant.

Aaron Trevena – Technical Lead

Aaron Trevena has been “doing internet stuff” since he first connected in an empty computer lab at university back in 1995. Despite wasting far too much time on BBS, MUDs and exploring UNIX and networks he graduated with a BSc (with Honours) in Computer Systems & Networks, after frying a lot of circuitboards, damaged his eyesight using oscilloscopes and green screens all night to meet deadlines.

Since university he had fun on roller-coaster of the dot.com bubble, enjoying time working at trendy web agencies in London and Bristol before moving back home to Cornwall, where he now lives with his Espresso machine, wife, 2 children, cat and a (now much reduced) collection of obselete computers and assorted electronic gadgets.

Andrew Stubberfield – Head of Finance

It’s like herding cats – keeping this fast changing and energetic company on the right track takes all of my 30+ years of experience as a plc financial director. Whilst having fun is good, staying profitable and clear of borrowing whilst maintaining a healthy cash-flow is what I do along with keeping our CEO on top of management accounts and beating our accountants into submission every year-end!

Andy Holland – Customer Services Manager

Our clever, out of the box thinking, coupled with our VITES platform, is unique – I am yet to see something similar – and enables us to remain years ahead of other ‘regular’ web companies.

Our team has been referred to as a family, and that’s exactly what it is. A great team of guys all offering their individual skills, talents, humour and music collections. It really is a great place be and I’m lucky enough to be part of it.

Charlotte Gore – Programmer

After a career in the Finance sector, I went looking for an internet company that showed passion, skill and a drive to be the best at what they did as my next move.

When I’m not programming Javascript for Connected, I’m a passionate about blogging, politics, the latest developments in the Javascript scene… and the TV series Lost.

Colin Griffiths

I concentrate on form whilst the rest of the team perfect function. Overseeing things with a creative eye to add an element of subtle style and visual vitality.

Spare time is currently spent renovating our newly acquired house – trying to get it back to its 1930s Art Deco splendor. A labour of love.

Doug Read – Client Support

Connected is an extraordinarily forward thinking company with very clever people doing very clever things. It is the perfect environment to demonstrate my expertise and learn some more.

I love music and have recently completed a Masters degree in Electro-Acoustic Composition. I ride motorbikes and read books.

Jeanette Dower – Accounts

Our clients are all great, making my job in day-to-day accounting (invoicing, ledgers & debt management) pretty straightforward. I don’t pretend to know what we do technically and cannot fathom the ins and outs of what we sell but I’m proud to be working for a good company that has clients that seem to love us.

Fiercely proud to be Scottish and the current Secretary of the Yorkshire Scots Society.

Jerry Pank – Programmer

Founder: 53 years-young, whose first involvement in computers was building one with bags of discrete components and a soldering iron. [ UK101 ] Way back then, the only computer magazine was Byte, which had to be purchased directly from the States. Martin and I don’t quite go back that far, even though it feels like it sometimes.

Nowadays I take more of a back-seat role, with our now staggering array of young talent doing the lion’s share of the technical work. 14 years on, a company of this size and we have never borrowed a penny. Amazing!

White-water canoeing and wind-surfing have now been superseded by listening to great music, running my cooking web site, taking photos, riding my BMW bike and playing with Tom and Jerry.

John Hyde – Consultant

I get a kick from putting new ideas into action. Connected is the place for new ideas plus old ideas that still work well.

In my offline life I have climbed a mountain in the Himalayas, lectured in Computer Science, and I’m helping to train a guide dog.

Liam Rooney – Commercial and Production Director

Partner: A long career path in design, photography and print production has guided me to and  engaged me in the “extraordinary” world of Connected. We really are good at what we do. We bring ideas and value to our clients and it is personally rewarding to have a part to play. Our team is a family and with the “cloud” based collaboration tools we employ, the family never leaves home. Our CEO’s vision ensures that all my creative urges are satisfied.

Wife, kids, wine, dog (Keef), garden, wine and Neal Young provide for all other essentials.

Martin Dower – CEO

Founder:  Forty-something Internet junkie and speed freak (and recent Apple convert). Love my work so much I regard it as my hobby. Planning on changing the world and making the Net a far better place to be. Weekends I can be found riding my beloved Ducati or racing cars in modest club-level stuff (plus the occasional International 24hr event!). Quite fancy the idea of sailing so maybe I’ll have a crack at that in 2010. I love to hear from our clients and potentials so drop me an email on martind@connected-uk.com on contact me via one of the many social and business networks above.

Nick Storr – Account Manager

Here at Connected we offer bespoke online solutions to increase business growth. Our creative thinking and unique web platform VITES™ enables you to turn visits to your site into sales and improve your marketing goals.

Sam Hardacre – Programmer

Started out 6 years ago with Connected as a 17-year old novice. No longer a novice, I am still learning new things all the time.

Away from work I spend time watching movies and reading books ranging from fiction to graphic design.

Sean Robinson – Programmer

My interest in IT an all things technological stems from being around computers at a relatively young age. I have recently completed a BSc (Hons) in Business Computing – Internet Systems.

Away from work my hobbies include listening to and producing music, go-karting, boxing and watching sport.

Stephen Cardie – Programmer

I’m a moderately competent Perl hacker who has in the past worked for steel makers, internationally-renowned universities, computer-based training publishers, catalogue printers, sports websites and global telecommunications providers.

I’m also a father of three, and hence have no time for hobbies, interests, sleep or personal hygiene.

Tim Lingard – Programmer

At Connected, we not only build effective and attractive websites but the real beauty of the VITES™ architecture is in its management of traffic information. Profiling is live and in depth. Reporting is live and detailed. As a Connected customer, you’ll know your customers. You’ll know where they come from and why. You’ll know exactly how your marketing is working. Because we get to know you and your business. We hope you’ll enjoy getting to know us, too! The biggest thrill comes from not just satisfying our customers, but exceeding their expectations – it makes you proud to be part of such a team!