NPD - Key Persons
With extensive experience working in design consultancies around the world, Alex is well versed in the development of innovative products from ideation all the way to production. From a young age, taking things apart and seeing how they work sparked his interest in design and engineering. Since then he's developed a comprehensive knowledge of materials and a wide range of problem solving skills as a designer.
Alex helps to keep the npd machine turning. With a background in agency design, he provides innovative and exciting designs to our clients, continuing to support the growth of npd. An absolute wizard with a drawing tablet and with a passion for 3D modelling, he loves getting hands on and solving any problems thrown at him.
Georgina deals with all things operational. Her prior experience in the education sector, leading and managing people and budgets and organising anything within an inch of its life, means the team are always working to the full potential - efficiently and effectively. The designers can focus on designing and Georgina can support Nathan to keep other parts of the business running smoothly.
The original founder of npd, Nathan has been living and breathing product design for over a decade. Having previously designed everything from handheld vacuums to premium lighting solutions, Nathan established npd in 2014 as a way of helping Manchester based businesses bring their ideas to life. When he's not bouncing between our clients and manufacturing partners, he can be found spending time with his wife, two kids and two dogs.
One of the latest additions to the team; with a background in medical device design and mechanical engineering, Rosie brings a new approach to problem solving within the team. With a passion for designing products with a positive impact, she's a great fit for the fast-paced creative environment at npd. Rosie combines her mechanical engineering experience with a creative flair to really bring products to life. Whether you're designing a part for manufacture or creating a complex mechanical system, you can count on her to find the solution.