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

Graham Twiby

Associate Assessor / Tutor

I have been Course Leader for Wet Trades which consisted of Painting and Decorating, Bricklaying, Plastering and Multi Skills and as Course Leader for our Apprenticeship programme which consisted of PMO, Bricklaying and Plastering both on the old framework and the new Standard for the last 7 years. Duties include curriculum delivery, staff timetabling, student attendance and dealing with behaviour issues. I also have responsibility for the tracking of student progress and achievement throughout the academic year. During my time at Redcar and Cleveland College I have been instrumental in building and developing our departments as EPA centre which are used by us and external partners.

graham@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

Beth Robinson

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.

beth@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