HYGENIUS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Chartered Accountant
- Finance Director
After leaving University, David trained as a chartered accountant, qualifying in 2010. Since then he has held various finance positions within large organisations, culminating in joining Hygenius as Head of Finance. "My role mainly involves setting Hygenius' financial strategy. The business has the best culture I have ever been part of - everyone has a voice here and the board are always open to new ideas." Outside work, David's wife and two young children keep him on his toes (except when he's following NFL)!
With over 25 years in construction, Gerard understands the complexities of healthcare furniture, having worked on projects such as Europe's largest complex acute hospital, secure mental health schemes and simple ward refurbishments. He loves the challenge of seeing a project through to a successful conclusion. Outside work, Gerard supports a number of charitable causes, which sometimes involves his passion for cooking. He loves spending time with his family who are spread across the UK.
Job Titles:
- Head of Business Development
The first of the third generation in the family business, Harley has been in and around the business since his childhood and has developed extensive knowledge of the business's capabilities and how they are best suited to aid our customers. Trained in contract law and business management, he leads the business development team at Hygenius.
John Gaughan - Chief Commercial Officer
John joined Hygenius to head up the commercial function, having previously led the public sector division of a major interior fit out organisation. He has 34 years' commercial management experience in construction, which assures successful delivery of our projects. "The warm welcome I've received at Hygenius has really helped me and I look forward to working with my new colleagues to bring continued success to the company. When not in Hygenius, I play golf (badly), follow football, and enjoy attending the occasional volleyball match."
With 22 years' experience since the early days of the business, Mark has worked in all areas of Hygenius. Grounded in finance, he assists senior team members with strategic aims in both business, financial and operational development. When not improving profitability, liquidity and efficiency within the business, he can be found exploring the remote areas of Scotland & eating raspberries!
Job Titles:
- Head of Healthcare, HLM Architects
There's a phrase we use a lot at HLM: ‘well staff, better patient'. It reminds us to consider all the stakeholders when designing healthcare spaces.
Brought up in the West Midlands, Richard's background is in design and production for the retail industry. He started off running a small joinery workshop, getting involved in design, manufacture, procurement and supply from his earliest days. Richard loves the challenge of creating a great team and leading the company to meet the fast-paced demands of the construction industry, setting new standards in infection control and giving customers the perfect fit they are looking for. Whenever possible, Richard enjoys travel and the great outdoors with his family.
Job Titles:
- Supply Chain Director for Circle Health Group - the UK 's Largest Private Operator of Acute Hospitals
Robert Botwright, Supply Chain Director for Circle Health Group - the UK's largest private operator of acute hospitals.
Job Titles:
- Head of Pre - Construction
With a background in estimating and sales, Roy has over 29 years' experience in the design, pricing and management of specialist FF&E packages. As Head of Pre-Construction, Roy provides leadership and support to the estimating, design and order management teams. "I like the environment at Hygenius. There are no egos or agendas. The teams work well together, with a real focus on delivering quality outcomes for each other and the client." Outside work, Roy enjoys cycling, football, golf, travelling and taking in the odd gig or two.
Ryan joined the business in 2009 so he has a wealth of company knowledge. He started off his career as Production Assistant working in the factory and out on the occasional delivery run. Now Head of Operations, every day is a learning day - never a dull moment! Ryan oversees programming and workflow for the project management, procurement, factory and installation teams. He loves leading a successful team who are always striving to deliver perfect projects on site, on time. He loves the outdoors and travels all over the world.
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, Robertson Construction, Scotland
Good building, like good healthcare, requires collaboration, professionalism and integrity.
I've been over four decades in the building industry and it's been a really rewarding career.
For the last five years I've been the managing director of Robertson Construction in Scotland, and that's five regional businesses, about a thousand people, with a turnover of over £300 million a year.
Healthcare is unique compared to other types of building. Quality is vitally important and there are many different stakeholders - patients, staff and the public, as well as estates management and trusts - and the design and build must deliver outstanding outcomes and safety for all of them.
Tim is a true innovator having founded Hygenius back in 1993 when he identified the pressing need for a specialist furniture solution for the healthcare industry. The company was formed from the structure of the existing family furniture business that had been trading successfully since 1973.A dedicated professional with over 24 years experience in design, construction and installation, Tim's passion and flair for innovative ideas and cost effective solutions that add value to projects is as strong as ever. In his free time, Tim loves to spend time with his family and friends.