Meet the Team

Lisa Kiely

Director of Learning and Skills

Working within the Education sector for over 25 years with a proven track record of successfully delivering on large projects and within tight timescales.

I have built a target driven and a highly results focused team who are passionate about delivering excellent quality and value for money training.

lisa.kiely@tradetechs.co.uk

Tim Ward

Manager of Quality and Curriculum Development

A proven leader with 20 years experience in teaching, learning and assessment across a vast curriculum, working in a number of FE organisations across the North East and leading on HE and FE. I’m a perfectionist in everything I do whether it’s personally, within a large team, or on a small scale. I seek to be an excellent role model in my work.

tim@tradetechs.co.uk

Donna Potts

Scaffolding Lead

I am a highly motivated and ambitious professional with a diverse skill set gained from a rewarding career. My strong interpersonal and communication abilities allow me to build positive relationships at all levels. Equally effective working independently or as part of a team, I consistently meet tight deadlines while upholding the highest standards.

donna@tradetechs.co.uk

Julie Corcoran

Office Manager

I have worked as an administrator for over 15 years and after taking time out to raise a family I became a proud member of TradeTechs in early 2023.

I am very passionate about helping others back into work or supporting progression within their current role. I believe in empowering individuals to enable them to build a better future.

julie@tradetechs.co.uk

Amara Feenix

Digital Officer

As a Digital Officer with 8 years of experience, I use my skills in digital strategy and technology to improve online engagement and support organisational growth. I manage digital initiatives, oversee social media platforms, and analyse data to guide decision-making. My role involves working with teams to create engaging content and enhance user experiences, ensuring our digital presence aligns with our goals. I focus on innovation and stay updated on emerging trends, dedicated to maximising the effectiveness of our digital efforts.

amara@tradetechs.co.uk

Dawn Cooper

Administrator

As an Administrator, I manage daily tasks like scheduling, communications, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations. With strong organisational skills and attention to detail, I support team efficiency and keep processes running seamlessly behind the scenes.

dawn@tradetechs.co.uk

Kathy Howard

Internal Quality Assurer

I am a highly experienced education consultant. My areas of expertise include school and college inspection, leadership development, teacher training and external verification of qualifications.

I have been working in Quality Improvement and Project Management within educational institutions in the UK, Indonesia and Malaysia for many years.

kathy@tradetechs.co.uk

Ann Storey

Tutor/Assessor

With more than 30 years working in FE, I am a highly experienced teacher, assessor and internal verifier of educational programmes.  I am also experienced in writing educational programmes which are delivered in various FE establishments. I specialise in delivering training programs, across a wide range of construction trades.

ann@tradetechs.co.uk

Michael Mitchell

Tutor/Assessor

I consider myself honest, hardworking, driven, and competitive. With 34 years of invaluable experience, I am confident, reliable, and dedicated to my profession. I take pride in my work within the Safety, Training, and Offshore industry, maintaining a high level of professionalism and commitment throughout my career.

mitch@tradetechs.co.uk

Michael Allan

Tutor/Assessor

I pride myself on being trustworthy, hardworking, and motivated, with a strong competitive edge. With 34 years of experience, I’ve built a reputation for being reliable and confident in my work. I’m passionate about the Safety, Training, and Offshore industry and remain committed to upholding high standards of professionalism and dedication.

michael@tradetechs.co.uk