Richard founded and led the pioneering online recruitment company Psychometric Services Ltd (PSL), the first to integrate assessment with recruitment workflow software. Richard raised venture capital to help finance growth at PSL, and the company was purchased in November 2006 by Kenexa, a NASDAQ HR solutions provider that was in turn acquired by IBM. Richard is chair of Launchpad Recruits and until recently chaired the board of North Hertfordshire College, an international educational institution with a turnover of £35m. He is the driving force behind Aptem’s growth.

John’s career includes many years as owner/manager of an enterprise level bespoke software development company. During this time John developed systems for industries as diverse as online insurance, change management, medical device regulation and conveyancing management. John’s experience, technical knowledge and business analysis skills have been fundamental to Aptem’s development.

Neil is a chartered accountant who worked in industry, in finance and line management, before founding, growing and selling a telecommunications company.  Neil worked with Richard at PSL and after the sale of the business completed an MSc in Executive Coaching and Organisational Design. In addition to his role at MWS Neil is a member of the faculty at Ashridge Business School.

Sharon joined MWS in 2011, bringing to us a wealth of sector, business development and leadership experience. Sharon’s career in the recruitment sector culminated in her role as a Regional Director at Adecco. She honed her skills further with a stint in the eLearning sector. Sharon heads our business development department, and helps ensure we have a compelling commercial proposition.

Mark joined MWS in 2010. He is a Chartered Psychologist specialising in talent assessment & development, psychometrics and analytics. Mark has designed many of the assessments within Aptem and undertaken our tracking studies statistical analysis. With a Post Graduate Certificate in Adult and Further Education, Mark has also supported the development of our Study Programmes curriculum.

Talia joined MWS in 2018. She has extensive experience marketing technology solutions, working for start-ups as well as large corporates. Talia heads our marketing department and is responsible for branding, marketing and communications. Talia has an Executive MBA from Cass Business School, City University London.