Meet the team

The team at Adido work together to bring you excellence in web design, development and online marketing. Here is a chance for you to put names to faces. To find out more about what the team are up to, follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn or Facebook.

We regularly hold away days and trips to get us away from our computers. We've done many exciting and interesting things together and will continue doing so in the future. Take a look at some of the things we've got up to...

 

Gary

Gary - Sales Director

About me - I am client and business focused and always look to get the best out of everything I do. I carry a ‘can do’ attitude and genuinely believe anything is possible. My motto is “Never Give Up - Just Absolutely Never Give Up”. I am driven by success and my passion is growing my businesses and our clients. I consider myself to be a people person and enjoy life.

Random fact - At secondary school I won the school's county basketball trophy (I was the point guard).

Favourite websites - BBC, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube

 

Alex T

Alex T - Sales Manager

About me - An IT professional with experience in pre and post sales, marketing communications, tele-marketing, web design and development. I have a 2:1 BSc (Hons) degree in computing & IT as well as having been awarded distinction during industrial placements and being an associate of the University of Surrey.

Random fact - I have been on the main stage at Glastonbury!

Favourite websites - BBC News

 

Andy H

Andy H - Sales Manager

About me - Experienced business development and sales executive with a wide range of experience, which includes; software, technology, digital marketing, employer supported volunteering, partner and reseller relationship building, strategy and planning, board and investor level presenting, marketing and sales (and breathe!).

Random fact - I'm a bit of twinkle toes – I enjoy dancing and used to teach Ceroc dancing.

Favourite website - Skyscanner.net – with the map display option I can sit and plan imaginary flights around the world before I realise I can’t afford it!

 

Andrew - Sales Administrator

About me - I came to Bournemouth to study BA (Hons) Advertising and Marketing Communications, graduating with a 2:1 in 2010. Originally from Coventry I decided to stay here as it’s much nicer to walk my dogs along the amazing Bournemouth beaches rather than besides a grey skyscraper. My experience includes a placement year in a top London agency working with clients such as Wrigley’s, Dulux, Mars, and Dolmio. After winning a competition to develop new business I realised my passion in this area, client relationships, and pitching. I came to Adido because of their growing size, reputation and impressive client list.

Random fact - My home is like a zoo with dogs, fish, lizards, snakes and tortoises!

Favourite websites - digitalspy.co.uk

 

Andy

Andy - Marketing Director

About me - I’m responsible for the marketing at Adido and also for the online marketing of our clients. I’ve been working in the online promotion world since 2004 and have seen LOTS of changes, which makes the job a constant challenge as well as being interesting on a daily basis.

Random fact - I am a bit of a music geek and once won a national radio competition which lasted nearly a year!

Favourite websites - BBC Sport, Twitter, Drownedinsound.com

 

Nikki

Nikki - Group Digital Marketing Account Director

About me - I am a true dinosaur of digital advertising, with a career starting in early 2000,before even Google was thought of! My career started at a top digital London agency, I have also run my own digital agency and joined Adido in 2009. Experienced across a range of sectors such as retail, finance and travel, I have directed many high spending advertising accounts including B&Q, MBNA, Picture Loans, Intelligent Finance, Vanquis Credit Cards, Thomas Cook, Freeserve/Wanadoo (now Orange) accounts plus many, many more.

Random fact - I starred in a Ribena advert in the early 80’s – the filming took place on a birthday trip to Thorpe Park and we were asked to go down a slide whilst drinking out of a Ribena carton – Look at me I’m famous!

Favourite websites - Ebay – I just love a bargain and the opportunity to sell old unwanted stuff!

 

Mischa

Mischa - Digital Marketing Account Director

About me - In 1999, at age 14, I built my first website, dedicated to music; combining the two loves in my life. This was also where I discovered SEO for the first time in the form of meta-keywords tags - oh the good old days! Since that early exposure there has been no turning back and I now have seven years professional Online Marketing experience under my belt and am lucky enough to love what I do!

Random fact - I am a singer/songwriter outside of work and play two/three gigs a week

Favourite websites - Google, SEOMoz, DigitalPoint and Goonernews.com

 

Kherrin

Kherrin - Digital Media Account Director

About me - I studied Advertising and Marketing Communications at Bournemouth University, graduating with a First Class Honours in 2006. I have been responsible for growing ROI focused clients, managing marketing budgets in excess of £1 million a year, and developing strategic digital marketing campaigns since then. I am passionate about delivering results and love number crunching.

I recently completed a CIM Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing which has further enhanced my strategic marketing capabilities and enthusiasm for all things marketing!
 
Random fact - I used to play tennis for Devon when I was younger…before my career got in the way.
 
Favourite website - ASOS.com – I’m not a huge fan of shopping on the web for clothes as I’m always afraid that I’ll have to send items back, and I love shopping on the high street but this online shopping portal always gets me spending!
 
Jo

Jo - Digital Media Account Manager

About me - I graduated from London College of Communication back in 2006 and began my career working for a London youth marketing and PR agency on brands such as Nike, LG Snowboarding and Hurley. After coming back to my Dorset roots I soon realised that digital is where it’s at and joined up with the Adido team in July 2010. I have now found my inner geek and have fallen in love with SEO, PPC and most of all, social media.

Random fact - Chris Evans and Richard Bacon once sang Happy Birthday to me!

Favourite websites - Facebook, Twitter, Stumbleupon and the Guardian

 

Annabel

Annabel - Digital Media Executive

About me - Originally from Sussex I have always been interested in the online world and graduated from Bournemouth Uni with a 2:1 degree in Communication & Media. I have experience of working in both events and online marketing. I chose to work at Adido to boost my knowledge and work with some great existing and new clients!

Random fact - I can do sign language

Favourite websites - YouTube, Asos, IMDB and shamefully heatworld.com

 

Becki

Becki - Digital Media Executive

About me - I graduated from Bournemouth Uni in 2010 with an MA in Writing for the Media. In my free time I'm a singer/songwriter and drive my neighbours mad with my singing and guitar playing. I'm massively happy to be using my MA in my work for Adido and hope to develop my career here for a long time. I can come across very random and tend to have my own way of doing things, but that works very well at Adido!

Random fact - As well as being a keen singer, I've also had some poems published. I also have four brothers and sisters, and family all over the world.

Favourite websites - www.denofgeek.com, www.athens.ac.uk, Facebook and my Myspace Artist page

 

Katie - Digital Media Executive

About me - I have only just graduated from Bournemouth Uni with a 2:1 on the Advertising & Marketing Communications course. On my placement year I worked both as an Events Manager in Dubai for Emirates Leisure Retail and an Account Executive at Adido - I even went on to write a First class Dissertation on Adido! I am very happy to be back as a full time employee in one of the most enjoyable offices I’ve ever been in! 

Random fact - I once pitched an advertising campaign to MediaCom and won! I had a poster of myself put up in Bournemouth for a month.

Favourite websites - www.postsecret.com and 4oD – I always miss my favourite programmes on TV!

 

Alex - Digital Media Executive

About me - Born and raised in Essex, I moved to Bournemouth in 2005 to begin my Events Management degree. Having graduated in 2009, I am since happily married, a co-owner of a hair salon and now a copywriter extraordinaire (It’s been a busy few years!) I have always had a knack for writing well which developed into a love for all things copywriting. Having joined Adido in November 2011, I am relishing in honing my skills to aid SEO as well as delving into the world of PPC.

Random fact - I was a Personal Shopper for Topshop in Oxford Street for 2 years.

Favourite websites - www.passiveaggressivenotes.com,  Wikipedia, IMDB and of course, Facebook.

Alex O

Alex O - Operations Director

About me - I look after the studio here at Adido as well as the general operations. I have a passion for succeeding and making the company the success it deserves to be. It's never felt like a job and always feels like one big family.

Random fact - Once had my photo taken with Mr Blobby

Favourite websites - Techcrunch, Smashing Magazine & Dribble

Laura - Senior Creative Designer

About me -I graduated from the Arts Institute in Bournemouth (AUCB) many years ago  - in 2000 to be precise, and have stayed local due to my love of the beaches of Bournemouth ever since. I have worked in top agencies based in the South throughout my career never losing my passion for design and technology to create awesome solutions.  I have designed for clients such as Sony, AIG, Sunseeker, Nokia,  DLR and many more…. 

Random fact -I got rejected from MI5

Favourite website - LinkedIn and Facebook - for professional and socail stalking!

Natalie - Project Co-ordinator

About me - Shortly due to be going on maternity leave to have my first baby - I'm scared, excited and everything in between. Sad to be leaving the team but very happy that they will continue to excel in every aspect of the Digital Marketing & Design world.

Random fact - I'm an Ink lover

Favourite websites - Anything to do with shopping!!!!!!

Chris - Senior Web Developer

About me - With my roots in the south, I graduated from Bournemouth University with a degree in Software Engineering. My role involves developing core functionality once projects have been through the design and production process. I like keeping my ear to the ground and staying up to date with the industry to deliver a stable and valued product.

Random fact - I’m the great-grandson of Antiques Roadshow & TV personality Arthur Negus

Favourite websites - BBC Football, Flickr, webcreme.com

 

Thom

Thom - Front End Web Developer

About me - I hail from the frigid northlands around Newcastle, I have been involved in web development since leaving University. Currently learning (or attempting to learn) Russian and German, if I get to an acceptable standard then it's a good excuse for a holiday! To make up for my love of sugary snack food I try to keep myself fit with training in Tae Kwon Do or playing various sports. One day I will own a Jaguar.

Random fact - That would be telling!

Favourite websites - b3ta.com, bbc.co.uk

 

Joel

Joel - Junior Front End Web Developer

About me - I have a passion for designing and creating beautiful, captivating websites and interfaces. I’m a perfectionist that can’t stand seeing a single pixel out of place. I enjoy coming up with new, innovative solutions and always look for better, more efficient ways to do things.

Random fact - I have four sisters and six brothers!

Favourite websites - http://dribbble.com http://alistapart.com

 

Ross

Ross - Technical Director

About me - I'm the guy you generally don't see, but rest assured I'm behind the scenes making sure your website continues to succeed. I'm the creator of Dub3 and in charge of the development studio, my very talented team are listed below. Outside of work, well that's a different story altogether....

Random fact - I once joined Nigel Mansell for a round of golf

Favourite websites - Probably Google, without it I’d know nothing and get lost even more often

 

Jamie

Jamie - Senior Web Developer

About me - Geordie by birth, southerner by circumstance.  Though living in the south is slowly eroding my accent, it thankfully hasn't dulled my wits.  If websites are buildings, I'm a bricklayer, plumber and electrician but not a decorator.

Random fact - I once enjoyed drinks backstage with Judas Priest.

Favourite website - www.xkcd.com

Craig - Web Developer

About me - I have recently graduated from Bournemouth University having studied Psychology and Computing. Originally from Wales, I travelled far and wide for sun, sea and nightlife and although Bournemouth hasn’t got much on Barry Island, its rather tidy.

Random fact - I can lick my own elbow.

Favourite website - www.visitwales.co.uk

Dennis

Dennis - Web Designer

About me -Hi I’m Dennis, I’m 25 and am a Web Designer for Adido. I was born in Germany, lived 14 years of my life in the States and have lived in the UK for the last 7 years. I live, breath, eat and sleep design. When I’m not being creative in the office, I am constantly creating personal projects and learning new practices and skills to keep on top of the trends. I love music and am also an amateur vocalist in a band in my free time. I also play a bit too much Call of Duty.

Random fact -I am fluent in German and I used to weigh 22 stone. (not because I lived in America)

Favourite website -www.bbc.co.uk www.vimeo.com

Chris - Non-Executive Director

About me -I am a specialist business advisor and investor with strategic, technical and operational experience at director level with a BSc (Hons) degree in Physics. I have operated in small, medium and large businesses with equal success. My key abilities are innovation, drive, focus and objectivity. Past experience includes integrated circuit design, developing an underwater mine detection system, forming a nationwide field service operation and leading the technical team that developed most of the early retail loyalty schemes. I was also a member of a successful £12m management buyout team.

Random fact -In a quiet room, you can hear me ticking thanks to a couple of mechanical heart valves.

Favourite website - www.moneyam.com, www.digitallook.com and www.bloomberg.com.

   
   
   
   
   

 

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