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 Project and Innovations Officer 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.

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.

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.

Farzanah Parker

Hiya, I'm Farzanah, our Quality Assurance Analyst and jack of all trades 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 also help with student attendance and anything that needs doing.

As expected from a physics major, I spend a lot of time in blanket burritos getting lost in my fictional books. I watch Wall-E too often and also love midnight baking wherever I can!

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.

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!

Kelly Chi

Hello! I'm Kelly.

I am a Junior Front-End Developer, currently working on the AR project. Working with the ITPI team on innovative and creative digital solutions is exciting, and I am enthusiastic about our future projects.

I come from the beautiful Pacific island country of Taiwan. I am passionate about various sports, particularly martial arts, bouldering, and skating. I'm also currently learning to row, which I find very enjoyable. Besides sports, I am a movie geek, a heavy manga reader, a nature lover, a hobbyist film photographer and a coffee and food enthusiast!

Alex Olumide-Diyan

Hi, I'm Alex. I'm a Junior Front-End Developer at ITPI and a 4th year Master's Mechatronic Engineering student.

I work on developing the ITPI and Lancaster University websites and app such as iLancaster.

I'm currently on the uni 1st team for basketball and in my free time I love to play sports, game and develop my own react projects. It has been really fun working here so far.

Polina Markova

Hi, Im Polina!

I am a Computer Science student at Lancaster and a Junior Back-End developer at ITPI, although I enjoy working across the full-stack when the opportunity arises. What I appreciate most about ITPI is the diverse array of creative projects here and my team: I love participating in the daily stand-ups and sprint planning sessions.

When not getting excited over a confusing bug, I can be found reading, experimenting in the kitchen, or cycling/rowing/running away from my problems.

Piyush Barik

Hi, I'm Piyush

I'm excited to join the ITPI team as a Junior Front-End Developer, where I'll be working on improving the user experience for our apps and website. Currently, I'm in my second year at Lancaster University, studying Computer Science.

Outside of my academic and professional pursuits, I have a variety of hobbies. I enjoy reading books, listening to podcasts, and watching F1 races. Additionally, I enjoy developing natural language processing and machine learning code.

I'm passionate about coding and often find myself immersed in it until the sun sets. I look forward to learning new skills and gaining valuable experience from the talented team at ITPI. Eager to contribute and grow in my role as a developer!

Ryan Thomas

Hi, I'm Ryan.

I'm a Junior API Developer in the ITPI team. I work with innovation to create experimental features that may or may not end up live. I'm a fourth year Lancaster University Computer Science integrated MSci student. In my free time, I game, work on personal projects, read manga or work out at the gym.

Caroline Pead

Hi, I'm Caroline!

I'm a Junior Developer and Project Manager at ITPI, currently working on the Compassionate School Hub project. Outside of work I enjoy playing video games, reading and when I get a chance, baking.

Aliff Amir

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

I work on developing ITPI projects across the full-stack. I recently graduated with a degree in Computer Science and I am excited to contribute to bringing ITPI's vision into reality through innovative solutions.

Outside of work, I enjoy leading a healthy lifestyle and staying active. I am a competitive powerlifter and I enjoy running, bouldering, hiking, badminton and football. When I'm not exercising, you'll find me in a cafe, indulging in my love for a good pastry and coffee.

David Taylor

David is an Apprentice Software Engineer with ITPI.

Emma Wetton

Hi, I’m Emma. I am a final year BA English Language student and work as a Marketing Assistant for ITPI. I enjoy working in a team and being creative. In the future, I hope to be employed in a marketing based role. In my spare time I enjoy going to mountains and lakes in North Wales with my friends and spending time with my family.

Finley Barton

Hi, I'm Finley.

I'm a new marketing assistant at ITPI, where I will be helping to support the team with the release of our new Innovation products.

I'm currently in my second year of Business Management (Entrepreneurship) here at Lancaster University. In my spare time, I love playing sports, especially gold and football, and learning about online entrepreneurship.

Imogen Sanderson

Hi, I'm Imogen! I'm a Marketing Assistant at ITPI.

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