Stephen has held senior executive leadership positions for over 24 years in high technology start up’s as well as some of the world’s largest brands. A deep technical mindset coupled with sharp commercial acumen has enabled Stephen to successfully lead deep-tech companies, including   international mergers, acquisitions and sale.  Qualifying in aerospace engineering, he became CEO of an international aerospace engineering group at 30 years of age.

Having nurtured a strong entrepreneurial mindset Stephen then went on to co-found and ultimately exit two high technology start -ups in the water and construction materials sector.  Having spent significant time overseas working in Asia and the US, culminated in Stephen leading a $650mio energy infrastructure project in the Caribbean.  Stephen has spent the remainder of his career to date leading high technology businesses. Of particular note as CEO of Red Bull Formula One advanced technology division, (producing the world’s first road-going F1 car, the Aston Martin Valkyrie),  MD of both the Applied Technology and Hypersonic Flight divisions of Reaction Engines, before taking the position of CEO at ihp Analytics.

Kerry Gardiner is the Chief Scientific Officer of ihp Analytics. He is a Professor of Occupational Health having taken over the Directorship of the Institute of Occupational Health at the University of Birmingham in 2000 and also, at the same time, was awarded the British Council Professorship of Occupational Health at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg – a post he still retains.

During his time in both academe and consultancy practice, he has had a particular interest in workplace absence/sickness presence its measurement and management as well as the burgeoning but somewhat ethereal concept of personal and corporate Wellbeing. As an epidemiologist, he is, of course, desirous to ensure that scientific rigour runs through all that IHP do – the measurement, analysis, interpretation and advice given to individuals and clients.

Additionally, he has acted for Governments, Investment Banks (World Bank, EBRD) and at Board level for some of the largest global companies. He is also a requested adviser to the WHO, ILO and an Invited Scientists to the United Nations, acting in particularly complex, geographically challenging and politically sensitive.

Dr Andy Middlebrooke is lead physiologist for iHP Analytics and has over 25 years’ experience in the exercise and sport science sector.  He graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1997 and in 2002 was awarded a PhD in Medical Sciences from the University of Exeter.  Andy has worked at the prestigious Peninsula Medical School, the School of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Exeter and within the University’s world-renown Children’s Health and Exercise Research Centre. He has presented his research work at many prestigious national and international conferences and has published work in a number of scientific peer-reviewed journals. Andy has provided support to a range of clients from Polar explorers to international athletes and has worked as a consultant for UK Athletics supporting British, European and World record holders and Paralympic medallists.

Bobby East is a leading member of the Data Science team at ihp Analytics, tasked with the development of the complex Machine Learning models and Data Analytics that ihp provides its clients. He has a Masters in Engineering Mathematics from the University of Bristol, as well as 5 years’ experience with an industry leading Statistical Research Consultancy company.

In his time at ihp, he’s been committed to providing data driven solutions that enable organisations to view and empower their workforce in new and pioneering ways, particularly in the ever-evolving workplace that exists in the present climate. As a highly active individual – a keen tennis player, golfer, runner, skier, former national swimmer, and hiker/camper – he appreciates the role that Wellbeing plays in being healthy, happy and productive, and the benefits that this can bring to a professional environment.

Matthew is a data scientist with a collaborative and inquisitive attitude. Consistently keen to learn and contribute to human understanding, he aims to perform robust but creative analytics. He is a graduate of the University of Bristol and Utrecht University, graduating with a BSc in Mathematics and a MSc in Applied Data Science, respectively.

He also brings six years of experience from a global leader in financial services. As a member of ihp, he is motivated to helping the team continue to design innovative solutions to support how organisations perceive and prioritise their greatest resource, their people. He is also a keen tennis player and skier and enjoys travelling.

Adam graduated from Durham University in 1992 with a dual-honours degree specialising in ecology, behaviour and psychology. He has over 25 years experience in IT systems architecture, design and delivery within a wide range of technologies, to effect positive business and cultural change across large corporations, including government, communications, retail, and utilities sectors.

Jed Brown leads qualitative research as part of the psychometric team at ihp Analytics. Additionally, Jed is also conducting his PhD, utilising qualitative research to explore how engagement with video game technology impacts the mental health of those with schizophrenia. This follows from his masters degree in neuropsychology, exploring mental health and wellbeing rehabilitation through study of neurobiology and psychology holistically. Alongside this, Jed also regularly engages with academic work, including research and teaching posts at Bath Spa University.

Jed has worked on the development and administration of psychometric tools from a variety of sources, with a focus on workplace wellbeing and development. Conducting rigorous systematic literature reviews as part of his previous works, he is adept at uncovering and evaluating external research to ensure that ihp Analytics is always firmly grounded in established work.

Finally, Jed’s’ research background also focuses heavily on current technologies, including the use of virtual reality and augmented reality equipment in rehabilitation. He has delivered talked at the Bath Digital Festival about his research and future directions of technology in psychology. It is this focus that helps drive the technological advancement of wellbeing research, utilising cutting edge equipment and software in his work.

With nearly twenty five years experience working in technology with businesses of all sizes as well as owning and managing various tech start ups in the USA, Europe and the UK, Matt delivers no nonsense, jargon-free solutions to best fit a company’s needs. He has an excellent track record in securing the best fit solutions for clients, whether bespoke or off the shelf, and prides himself on delivering them on time and on budget.

His experience in both business development and technological innovation and design means he can bring a dual perspective to projects for both the client and the providers.

Having joined the ihp team in 2021, Matt looks forward to enabling clients to achieve the solutions which best fit their company’s needs.

Carl graduated from Brunel University with an honours degree in Sports Science and Business, specialising in the Physiological, Psychological, Immunological effect of Overtraining Syndrome in Elite Athletes.

He has over 25 years’ experience working in the technology sector for some of the world’s leading tech organisations, in Senior Marketing and Account Management roles.

More latterly Carl spent several years as Head of Marketing for the Seiko Watch Corporation before becoming an independent consultant in the Watches and Wearable tech sector.

As our Group Client Services Manager Carl is responsible for the management and seamless delivery of projects for ihp’s partnership clients.