About
Two-time founder. Full stack engineer. Currently building Lingly ↗, an AI language learning platform for frontline workers. Previously co-founded a consultancy I exited via co-founder buyout.
I've done 0→1 twice. I've also shipped production code at a $13bn hedge fund and advised the UK government on supply chain security.
I like solving problems that actually need solving.
Based in London 🇬🇧
Experience
Lingly ↗
2019 — PresentCo-Founder & Full Stack Developer
AI-powered English learning platform for frontline workers. Helping care workers, nurses, and support staff progress their careers. 4,000+ users across NHS trusts, local councils, and employment agencies.
- 96.4% enrolment rate in pilot programmes (vs. 45% traditional classroom)
- Users averaged 90 minutes daily practice
- Optimised onboarding from 2% to 40% signup conversion
- Sold directly to public sector: cold outreach, conference speaking, B2G procurement
- Built AI curriculum engine generating ESOL-aligned courses per organisation. 40+ native languages, 30+ regional accents.
Next.js, TypeScript, Nest.js, PostgreSQL, OpenAI, ElevenLabs, PostHog
Forward Digital ↗
2020 — 2025Co-Founder & Full Stack Developer
Full stack consultancy. Fractional tech team for non-tech businesses. Scaled to £20K MRR. 20+ projects across music tech, fintech, and government. Exited via co-founder buyout.
- Wavetick ↗ — Built frontend for two-sided marketplace connecting beatmakers with buyers. 3M+ downloads.
- DSIT ↗ — Won government tender on open source adoption and supply chain security. Delivered policy framework that secured additional funding. Presented to senior DSIT and NCSC stakeholders.
- Gold Industry Body — Set up frontend infrastructure & scaled team from 2 to 10 engineers. Migrated from vanilla JS to TypeScript React.
Next.js, TypeScript, React, Algolia, PayPal
Winton ↗
2019 — 2020Full Stack Developer
Built automated reporting system for post-trade operations at $13bn AUM quantitative hedge fund. Maintained investor portal serving institutional clients and public-facing website with 40K monthly visits.
React, Redux, Angular, TypeScript, .NET Core, Azure, SQL
Richlyn Systems
2017 — 2019Junior Full Stack Developer
Became de facto frontend lead as a junior; owned all client-facing development and architecture. Built e-commerce platform with booking system serving 25 schools.
Angular, .NET Core, SQL