19 years of industry experience
Specialisms
- Brand design
- Graphic design
- UX/UI
- Packaging design
- Partnerships
- Client relationships
- Business development
- CRO
Education & Courses
BA Creative Technology: Distinction – Bolton University
“Education helped me figure out what I wanted to do, but starting Create8 and leading it for the past 10 years has confirmed that the creative industry is the perfect fit for me. Watching the team grow has been my biggest professional achievement. I’m really proud of how far the agency has come.”
Awards
Work Experience
– Founder & Creative Director at Create8
“We face challenges every day, but the biggest challenge has always been adapting to overcome those challenges.”
– Director at Right Aligned Academy and Process Events
Redefining design education by making it accessible to everyone, not just the elite. The goal is to build a platform where creatives from all backgrounds can learn at their own pace, across various disciplines, and directly from industry experts.
– Founder & Director at Process Events
A community-driven series of events aimed at bringing together designers, freelancers, founders, and students. These events go beyond talks, creating spaces for creatives to connect, share knowledge, and get inspired. They focus on collaboration and transparency, celebrating the craft behind the work we all admire.
– Freelance Designer
Started designing at 14, creating posters, MySpace layouts, and album covers for musicians and artists. Later transitioned into event design and eventually, moved into design roles within companies, before starting Create8.
Main Motivations
- Helping businesses succeed
- Collaborating with my team to bring creative ideas to life
- Supporting my growing family
Interests & Hobbies
Football: Die-hard Manchester United fan
Golf: Enjoys playing, though not a pro
Spending time with family and friends: Cherishes quality time with loved ones
15 years of industry experience
Specialisms
- Shopify
- Sales
- Strategy
- Project Planning
- Client relations
- Account management
Education & Courses
“I don’t use many of the skills I learned in school on a daily basis – except for maths, of course – but I’ve gained a lot of valuable experience in sales through being hands-on. While product knowledge is essential, truly understanding your client and their business on a personal level is what really drives successful outcomes.”
Key Work Experience
– Head of Sales at Create8
“I pride myself on my approach with clients. Instead of offering a one-size-fits-all solution, I take the time to listen and provide a truly bespoke service, ensuring their goals are heard, understood, and addressed in our proposal.”
“Winning too many projects in a short period may sound great, but if the resources aren’t available to fulfill them, it’s important to manage client expectations, coordinate with the internal project management team, and plan projects with achievable timelines.”
– Strategic Account Manager at Clarity Travel
Managed a client portfolio worth £50,000,000, including UK government clients such as The Cabinet Office and FCO. Contributed to the tender process that secured a 3-year, £300,000,000 contract with Crown Commercial Services.
Main Motivations
- Helping clients grow into successful businesses and knowing I played a pivotal role in advising them on the right approach.
- Being helpful and finding solutions to clients’ struggles.
Interests & Hobbies
Socialising: Enjoys time with friends and meeting new people
Gym: Stays fit and always aiming for a new personal best
Great food: Exploring new restaurants and trying weird and wacky ingredients
Music: Loves listening to and making music
9 years of industry experience
Specialisms
- Graphic design
- Print & marketing
- Web visual design
- Web UI
- Brand-consistent design
- Visual storytelling
Education & Courses
BA (Hons) Illustration: First Class – University of Gloucestershire
BTEC in Art & Design: Distinction*, Distinction*, Distinction – Trafford College
“My illustration degree helped me to think beyond aesthetics and consider how to communicate a narrative visually. This helps me to design websites that don’t just look great, but are also intuitive and meaningful.”
Key Work Experience
– Visual & Graphic Designer at Create8
Case Studies
LitPins&Co – Shopify theme, visual design, UI, CRO
Universal Safety Systems – Custom web design, visual design, UI
Tyredox – Shopify theme, visual design, UI, CRO
Classical Comics – Shopify theme, visual design, UI, graphic design, banner designs
“I’m really pleased with how the final website for LitPins&Co turned out. When a client sells products that I’m the target market for, it’s fun to collaborate with them to create something not just for the brand but for its customers too. I believe this is what we created for LitPins&Co.”
Main Motivations
- Creating websites that put the customer first
- Designing websites clients can be proud of
- Collaborating both internally and externally
- Helping startups to launch a website they love
“Over the past 8 years working in the design industry, I’ve taken on multiple roles, and this has pushed me to develop my skills in many areas, particularly with Adobe. These skills now inform my work in web design, especially when creating banner designs or custom icons for clients. Working with a diverse range of clients and team members has expanded my approach, allowing me to draw from the knowledge I’ve gained and apply it when needed.”
Interests & Hobbies
Reading: Fiction, Fantasy, Sci-fi, Romance – but will read any book recommended by a friend
Cooking & Baking: Favourite cook – Sticky pork belly with Vietnamese-style salad, Favourite bake –– Sticky toffee pudding
Choir: Sings in a local choir
10 years of industry experience
Specialisms
- Shopify development
- Liquid coding
- Front-end development
- Custom feature builds
- eCommerce growth
- Client retainers & CRO
Education & Courses
BA Media Production – Self-taught development
“Education taught me to be ambitious, but it didn’t teach me confidence in my own decisions. That’s something I’ve built over time through experience.”
Awards
Consistently trusted with the agency’s most complex builds and key client projects which, personally, is just as valuable.
Work Experience
– Shopify Developer & Solutions Specialist at Create8
“I built my career by getting hands on, figuring things out, and specialising in Shopify. Now I focus on creating eCommerce experiences that perform, but also on helping build a positive, supportive team culture around me.”
– General Web Developer & Freelancer
Started out building WordPress landing pages, running Google Ads campaigns, and taking on smaller freelance projects. Over time, moved deeper into eCommerce before specialising fully in Shopify taking on increasingly complex builds and client integrations.
Main Motivations
- Solving problems and seeing the real-world impact of his work
- Helping clients grow through better-performing stores
- Building a team culture where everyone feels valued and supported
Interests & Hobbies
- Horror films: Could talk about them for hours and anything spooky, unusual, or unexplained
- Music: Passionate about remixing
- Team culture: Quietly invested in making the workplace a place people genuinely want to be
Stockport Business Awards & DEA - Shortlisted •