Directors
Eric Clack has over 12 years of experience in the software development industry, working at IBM, Quidnunc, Find a Property, and running Bright Interactive. Eric's skills range from programming in object oriented languages such as Java and C++, through information architecture in XML, XSLT and SQL, through to photography and graphic design with PhotoShop and Illustrator.
Eric studied at Warwick University where he graduated with a 1st class honours degree in Computer Science.
Martin Wilson has over 12 years experience in the software development industry, gained while working at Quidnunc, running Bright Interactive and managing Asset Bank, Bright Interactive's digital asset management application. His experience covers all aspects of the architecture, design and project management of high performance websites. His background includes a wide range of programming languages (including Java and C++), databases, Java Application Servers and the implementation of Content Management Systems.Martin studied at Warwick University where he graduated with a 1st class honours degree in Computer Science.
Consultants
Kevin Bennett joined Bright Interactive in December 2006 and is a member of our software development team.
Kevin graduated in 2006 with an Msc from the University of Sussex. He also gained a 1st class honours degree in Computer Science from the University of Kent. As part of his course, he undertook an industrial placement year with IBM.
Ben Browning has over 4 years experience in web development, working at Royal & SunAlliance and Accenture before joining Bright Interactive. His skills cover: XHTML, CSS, W3C standards and accessibility, Javascript, graphics manipulation and flash.
Ben studied at Reading University where he graduated with a 1st class masters degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Steve Bryan has worked for 9 years in software development, at Quidnunc and University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate before joining Bright Interactive. His experience covers development and deployment of high performance, secure websites, and integration with Content Management Systems. His experience of development technologies includes SQL, Java, J2EE and Python.
Steve studied at Cambridge University where he graduated with an honours degree in Mathematics, and at Birmingham University where he gained an MSc with distinction in Computer Science.
James Dacosta has over 3 years experience as a web designer/developer. His skills include W3C standards and accessibility, PHP, ASP.NET (vb), MySql, Actionscript and user interface design.
James studied at the University of Kent, Canterbury where he graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Multimedia Technology and Design.
Matt Stevenson is one of our technical leads, working on the build activities on our projects. Having worked in software development for 4 years, his skills include: Java, ASP.NET (C#), Python, Perl, object oriented design and database design.Matt studied at Sussex University where he graduated with a 1st class honours degree in Computer Science.
Matt Woollard joined Bright Interactive in September 2007 and is a member of our software development team. Prior to this Matt worked in web development at American Express whilst studying for a masters in Information Technology for E-Commerce.
Matt graduated in 2007 being awarded a distinction for his MSc from the University of Sussex. He also gained a 1st class honours degree in Computer Science and Business Studies from the University of Warwick.
Graphic Designers
James Bates is a senior digital creative with over 9 years commercial experience. He has a strong ability to think conceptually and a proven track record of producing outstanding creative results. To compliment his creative talents, he also has a solid strategic and technical ability, offering valuable experience at all stages of a project.
James studied at the Plymouth College of Art and Design where he received a HND in Graphic Design and then at the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff where he graduated with a BA (hons) in Graphic communication.
Nigel Gordijk has been lead designer on many high-profile web projects. His skills include brand creation, look & feel design, graphic design and web design. He has a B.A. (Hons) in Graphic Design from the London College of Printing.
Business Support
Caroline Collyer works in personnel and business administration for Bright Interactive. She is responsible for the business processes that are designed to support our consultants in delivering successful, high quality projects. She has 15 years of experience in human resources management consultancy.
Caroline studied at Birmingham University and has a BA (hons) in English Literature and Language with Psychology.
Meg Green is our Quality and Support Manager. She has over 5 years experience in customer support and is responsible for providing high quality support to our website and Asset Bank customers by ensuring a timely response to defects and changes. She also manages our website testing procedures.
Meg has a BA in English from Indiana University and an MA in Studies in Fiction from the University of East Anglia.
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