KEL - Key Persons


Ian Kirk

After reading Maths at Oxford, I joined a software house working on projects in various industries. At KEL I specialised in developing valuation software and have been here for over 15 years. I'm now a director of KEL and am involved in all aspects of the development process from design to client support. I enjoy the problem solving side of the job, but the most satisfying part of the job is producing software that people want to use. Outside of work parenting keeps me busy, but when I get the time I enjoy reading and golf.

Kilian Gilbert

Job Titles:
  • Exec Director
After leaving Business College I started my career in administration and eventually moved into Software Support, maintaining and supporting Manufacturing and Production software; over a number of years in the UK and 3 years in the Netherlands. I joined KEL in 2012 as a part-time member of staff. I am responsible for distributing software updates, assisting clients with questions on updates and installation of KEL software, keeping in regular contact with customers and maintaining our client database. When I'm not at KEL I enjoy developing my Tai Chi skills, reading and going on interesting holidays.

Mike Penlington

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Shabir Sattar

I'm a qualified teacher and joined KEL in 2020 to help with client support and training. My experience with video and audio production is also being put to good use with marketing and tutorials. Outside of work, you'll most likely find me buried in a book or a video game, or making music just for the pleasure of it.