Meet NCS

Having been involved in the IT industry for over 30 years, our Managing Director has a wealth of experience in bringing reliable IT solutions to businesses. His vision and steering means many customers have trusted NCS for support and guidance for a number of years.

Away from work, and when family time allows, Carl is a very keen cyclist and fell-runner having competed in many races over the years. It is fair to say that he quite likes mud.

Andrew is our Technical Director and has worked for the company since 1997. He is responsible for managing the engineering team of field and remote engineers, as well as liaising with the sales team to provide technical expertise for more complex solutions.

Andrew is currently running and all you can eat kitchen and 24/7 taxi service for his two teenagers.

Samantha started with the company in 1998 as an Accounts Clerk. She became Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll Accredited not long after and became our Finance Director in 2007.

Samantha likes spending time with her youngest daughter at the stables, shopping with her eldest daughter and eating out or entertaining with her husband and friends.

Jeremy is our Sales Director. He joined NCS in 1996, making him one of the company’s longest-serving employees.

He lives in Manchester with a small collection of guitars and synthesizers. He claims that, in his spare time, he does “something to do with music”.

Chris joined us at the start of 2023. He’s currently doing a University degree in IT & computing going into Cyber Security. This is his first IT job as he recently realised a career in IT is where he wants to be.

In his (limited) spare time, Chris is an avid gamer and Marvel fan can tell you pretty much everything about them all!

Matthew joined the company early in 2019 as our Helpdesk Apprentice. He has always wanted to work in IT and has now become a permanent fixture on our Helpdesk.

In his spare time, Matthew enjoys playing computer games and hiking up Pendle Hill.

Ellie is our Accounts Assistant and will be assisting Samantha (Financial Director) with daily tasks. Ellie has been working in Accounts admin setting since leaving college in 2016 and has obtained an AAT qualification. She loves working in a team and helping others whenever needed.

Outside of work, Ellie Loves being outdoors, going for long walks with her Fiancé and her little girl, Emmie. Emmie keeps her very occupied but when she does have free time to herself, she loves to go to the gym, going out for food and drinks and especially loves a little retail therapy!

Chris, or “Big Chris” as he is more commonly known, has been with company for 25 years. As Purchasing Manager, he is responsible for buying all stock and ensuring orders are fulfilled.

An avid musician, Chris enjoys playing keyboard, guitar or any instrument that takes his fancy. His vices include gigging, the pub and watching Manchester United.

David returned to NCS in 2020 after a brief hiatus, having originally started at the company in 2005. David is now involved with projects big and small for a wide variety of customers.

In his spare time, David likes to relax by watching a film or the football. You’ll also find him in the gym and going for walks which he combines with his love of landscape photography.

Chris started with NCS as an apprentice in 2011 and has progressed to full time employment as a Helpdesk Engineer. His nickname in the office is LC (Little Chris).

Outside work, Chris enjoys watching football and is a supporter of Arsenal Football Club. His other interests include playing computer games and he enjoys playing snooker/pool when he gets the chance.

Beth joined us in 2022 as our Helpdesk Admin Assistant and if you have rang them recently you will have no doubt spoken to her!

Outside of NCS IT, Beth enjoys football and supports Burnley Football Club. She also likes to watch formula 1 and relaxes by watching films.

Ian is one of our Project Engineers. He has been with the company for over 15 years but can’t remember exactly how long. As a field engineer you will have no doubt already met him.

Ian lives with his significant other and two lovely children, at least as they seem through his rosy glasses. He enjoys music, sunny walks and computer games.

John has worked in the I.T partner channel for over 25 years and brings a wealth of international experience. At NCS, John is responsible for new business and business development working closely with our partners.

Outside of work, John has developed a second career as an unpaid chauffeur for his 4 children.

Tim has been with NCS since 2004. With over 15 years’ experience and multiple Microsoft accreditations, he spends most of his time providing technical support to customers and sharing our IT expertise through regular site visits.

When not at work he spends time with the family and tries to get out and about as much as possible.

Kirsty looks after all of our marketing and PR communications and you will no doubt have seen one of the monthly e-shots she creates appear in your inbox.

Away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé and young children and spends her “me-time” in the gym!

Ross is one of our Helpdesk Engineers. He has worked in IT since 2011 so has lots of experience dealing with different IT issues. He has a keen interest in technology and enjoys learning new things.

Outside work, he likes playing sport, walking and spending time with his partner and daughter. He’s also a keen football fan and supports Manchester United.

Victoria is our Client Account Manager who is responsible for handling her own customer accounts and also provides assistance to the Sales team. She has an excellent working relationship with her clients and makes sure they receive the highest level of service from the team.

She is a very bubbly person who likes to keep the sales team on their toes! Away from work she enjoys eating well and drinking prosecco!

Sandra joined the company in 2003 as an Office Administrator, over the years she has progressed to her current position of Helpdesk Supervisor. She has her work cut out for her on a daily basis with organising and keeping our engineering team in line but loves every minute as the only female in the department.

Sandra’s main interests include going to the gym a few times a week, general socialising and newly found interest in camping/festivals after realising there is definitely life after the kids have grown up!

Rob has recently joined NCS as a Senior Account Manager with many years IT experience working on “both sides of the table” as IT Manager/IT Director and within our own IT support community. He is well qualified to assist you.

Originally a southerner, Rob has lived in Lancashire for over 10 years and has just started to understand the accent. An unashamedly proud father and grandfather, his best friends are his dogs and is a mad keen motorcyclist (these days at a more gentle pace!)