Meet the team

Brian Green

Hi I'm Brian Green.

I'm the Head of Innovation and Mobile Development at Lancaster University.

I lead a multi-disciplinary team of developers, creatives, marketers and dreamers which comprises of a core of full-time staff, as well as a team of students. Using a true co-production approach, I oversee the delivery of innovative solutions including attendance, digital wayfinding, mobile applications and a campus voice skill.

Abigail Wells

Hi, I'm Abigail.

I am the Assistant Project Manager for ITPI. I have worked at the University for a number of years in both Information Systems Services, with the Helpdesk and ITPI and Student and Education Services, with the Base. I work closely with the business to deliver innovative solutions such as Connect Lancaster, on Innovation projects and developing our mobile app iLancaster.

In my spare time, I can be found renovating our Victorian terrace with my husband or building dens in the garden with our little boy.

Aaron Cosgrove

Hi, I'm Aaron.

I'm a Software Development Leader and Architect with a history of delivering innovative solutions in the higher education and health care industries. I have a passion for Domain Driven Design and Dev Ops and I am skilled in architecting Serverless Event driven systems on AWS with a focus on C#, .Net Core and Mobile Development.

In my spare time, when not writing code, you can find me in the mountains mountain biking or snowboarding and spending time with my amazing wife and kids.

Anthony Humphreys

Hi, I'm Anthony.

I'm a Full-Stack Developer and scrum coach specialising in mobile development. I work on iLancaster among many other projects. I also explore new technologies and see how we might use them within the team.

Outside of work, I am a keen F1 and rally fan, I also enjoy tinkering with home automation and contributing to Open Source projects including React Native. When I'm not coding I might be found playing keyboard or guitar to unwind, or you might find me in-game.

Catherine Bond

Hi, I’m Cat.

I’m a Full-Stack Developer but my main interest is design. I have a background in print design, data analytics and data visualisation.

Outside of work I enjoy video games, watching anime and pursuing endless crafty hobbies.

Ava Sims

Hi I'm Ava, a UX Designer. Within the ITPI team I design, prototype and wireframe. I also regularly conduct analysis of our websites and apps, flagging areas to be improved for software developers.

My favourite part of my job is when I get to conduct presentations, run design thinking workshops and drop-in sessions, doing market research and meetings to assess the validity of our products.

Raeesa Parker

Hi! I'm Raessa. I am an IT Partnering and Innovation Developer. I work in a full-stack capacity focusing on a range of projects including Digital Tours.

Beyond work, I lead an active lifestyle. I enjoy cycling through scenic trails, going on hikes, and practicing TaeKwonDo. Additionally, I'm an avid reader, particularly drawn to the enchanting worlds of fantasy novels.

Liam Burke

Hi, I'm Liam.

I'm a Level 3 Apprentice Developer. I work on various different projects with the other developers in the team. This is great becuase I get to learn from them, especially as no two days are the same, so there is opportunities for new learning every single day.

I enjoy doing sport in my spare time, so I love working at the Health Innovation Centre. After my level 3 apprenticeship, I want to do a level 4 so I can gain as much experience as possible.

Joanna Ortiz

Hi, I'm Joanna.

I'm the Marketing Coordinator for ITPI and a student at Lancaster University. I'm currently in my final year studying Advertising & Marketing, so this job has really helped me put my studies into practice. On a daily basis, I carry out market research & campaigns, promote new projects, interact with our audience through workshops & events and work on our social presence.

Fun Fact: I love content creation so much that whilst I took time off to travel Southeast Asia, I was still using my free time to put content together!

Farzanah Parker

Hiya, I'm Farzanah, our Quality Assurance Analyst here at ITPI!

My job is to test our products straight from the developers before sending them to the public so they can be as user friendly and accessible as possible. I've also become the resident spreadsheet whizz and spend much of my time analysing data.

As expected from a physics major, I spend a lot of time in blankets burritos getting lost in my fictional books. I watch Wall-E too often and also love midnight baking wherever I can. I'm a proud South African, and of course a staunch Springbok Rugby supporter!

Nai Korn

Hi, my name is Nai.

I'm a Junior Front-End Developer and a first year computer science student at Lancaster. I have always liked computers and I love seeing the changes I make with code come to life.

In my spare time, I like going to the gym, gaming and doing some boxing.

Miguel Klemm Silva

Hi, I'm Miguel, a Junior Software Developer in the team.

I am a second year Computer Science student who is eager to apply everything I have learned so far in my course to my work. I also code many personal projects using technology that interests me. This keeps me on top of all the latest innovations in the industry.

When I am not working or studying I like doing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, going to the gym, watching football, learning languages, coding personal projects, and spending time with my friends (I know, cliché).

James Jarrard

Hi, I'm James and I'm a full time IT Partnering and Innovation Developer,

I'll be working across the full stack to support the amazing, innovative projects that the team will be embarking on. These range in the areas of, VR to mobile apps and even staff/student services.

In my spare time I design, 3D print things, fix electronics, and play competitive games.

Ben Antrobus

Hi, I'm Ben!

I'm a developer at ITPI and a student at Lancaster University.

Donatas Kareta

Hi, I'm Donatas.

I am a Junior Front End developer in the ITPI team. I work on developing some of the upcoming projects for Lancaster University. Everyone on the team is amazing, and it's a great opportunity to be able to learn from them.

Habibah Miah

Hi, I'm Habibah.

I am a 2nd year Computer Science student from the 'lovely' city of Preston.

I am working as a Unity Developer for a lovely team. Outside of work and uni I like to do Muay Thai or watch anime (if you have any good suggestions let me know!!).

Shannon Brown

Hi, I'm Shannon.

I am an Administartive Assistant for ITPI whilst studying my fourth year in Business Management (Industry) at Lancaster University. Currently on my course I am enjoying learning about organisation, technology and marketing. My responsibilities include providing administartive support to the ITPI team and as well as organising and running pop-up marketing events and workshops on behalf of ITPI, fostering engagement with students and staff.

One thing about me is that I love to travel and learn about new cultures whether I be immersing myself in local customs or savouring local cuisines, I find joy in connecting with people from varied backgrounds.

Dulcie Brewer

Hi, I'm Dulcie and I'm an administrative assistant at ITPI.

I am involved in carrying out a variety of tasks to help the team run as smoothly as it can, alongside helping to run ITPI marketing events. I graduated last year in Earth and Environmental Science, a subject I loved as I am fascinated by the Earth and love to travel, but in October I will be returning to study a PhD in volcano physics! I also love travelling, and Australia is booked and up next. If I'm not working or travelling, I'm probably crocheting, sketching for my small art business or baking.

Dulcie in Graduation Attire in front of green foliage

Brandon Dodd

Hi, I'm Brandon.

I'm a Developer at ITPI working on innovative and engaging VR projects. I love learning new languages and frameworks to aid development of projects, and I frequantly find myself delving into new technologies.

Outside of work, I have a passion for producing music and tinkering with my own projects. I enjoy playing keyboard and I like to experiment with electronics. I usually have a few projects in progress so I occasionally like to wind down by playing some games.

Eden Wong

Hi, I'm Eden.

Working on Mixed Reality experiences in ITPI, I have the opportunity to develop and integrate various VR solutions for our clients. I work on everything from end-product to build tools.

Maria Hristova

Hi, I'm Maria and I'm a Junior Developer at ITPI.

One of the most rewarding experiences with ITPI has been my involvement in enhancing the Lancaster University’s mobile application, iLancaster, which garnered a significant amount of positive feedback from students and academic staff.

Ciara Dickson

Hi, I'm Ciara and I'm one of the Administrative Assistants here!

I do a little bit of everything to help ITPI run smoothly. From accompanying and supporting the marketing team on any events, to assigning shifts and creating documents that review feedback from company events. I study Marketing with Psychology and this job has really helped me to apply what I have learnt and to expand my knowledge within the technological industry. My hobbies include travelling, trying lods of different foods and cuisines and learning about the history and culture of the places I have travelled to. I like to try and recreate the amazing food I've eaten abroad and I can't wait to go travelling around the world soon!

I have a lot of energy so love going to the gym and keeping active through lots of different sports.

James Dixon

Hi, I'm James. I'm a VR developer and I also do a lot of small jobs like helping running events, setting up gear, creating/finding assets and various smaller projects. I'm also soon to be traveling across Asia :)

Aaron Wilson

Hi I'm Aaron,

I work part-time in the team as a Junior Back-end Developer working on a variety of projects within the team. In addition to this, I also work full-time at the university as an IT Events Engineer.

In my own time, I like to play and watch sports such as football, watch Formula 1, but you're most likely going to find me gaming competatively.

Ryan Hairsine

Hi, I'm Ryan.

I'm a Junior Front-End Developer in the ITPI team. I'll be working on the user-side of ITPIs apps and website. I'm a Lancaster Student studying Natural Sciences (Computer Science and Maths). Away from work and uni, I love to tinker away at machine learning projects, and when I'm not doing that, I'm gaming in my spare time. I'm super excited to gain some great experience and learn from the team!

Nana Amfo-Brobbey

Hi, my name is Nana.

I'm a Software Developer and a 1st Year Computer Science student at Lancaster.

Within the team I am a Unity developer working on C# projects. However, outside of work I also love working on Unity C# games for fun, as well as playing football.

Henry Do

Hi, I'm Henry!

A Unity Developer for ITPI and full time student at Lancaster University.

Tadas Ivanauskas

Hi, I'm Tadas.

I am a 2nd Year Computer Science student and I am a Junior QA Tester for IPTI. I am eager to work with new people and apply my knowledge from my course to my work. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, reading books and watching sports, but you’ll most likely find me playing video games.

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