Born in London I grew up in Ireland, Germany and Malaysia before returning to school in Cumbria.

I studied engineering at Edinburgh University, and many years later, business at London Business School.

I have worked in the oil and instrumentation industries living a nomadic life covering the Middle East, Far East and Europe before returning to the UK in 89 and settling in Teesdale in 92 where I and my family have been based ever since. 14 years in one place, no wonder it feels like home!

I now run Aladin Enterprises Ltd, a business consultancy, working for The Enterprise Agency, Business Link Co Durham, and various local businesses as well as being treasurer of Radio Teesdale.

Being a part of a community is very special after spending less than 5 years in any one place; and where better to live and work than Teesdale and Wear Valley. Great people and great environment.