Activ - Online Business & Franchise Opportunities

Simon Rickett – Director of Activ

Simon is one half of the driving force behind Activ. His experience of working with individuals to achieve their goals along with his dynamic and creative approach to marketing ensures the products and services Activ offer are at the forefront of the business and entrepreneur market. He oversees the sales and operational departments of all companies within Activ. Why not check out Simon's Blog.

Simon has recently gained National recognition by reaching the finals of the Fast Growth Business Awards in the Young Entrepreneur Category 2010, sponsored by T-Mobile. The overall winners will be announced on the 14th April 2010.

Dillon Boivin – Director of Activ

Dillon is the other half of the driving force behind Activ. His experience is in product development and has years of experience in taking concepts and transforming them into great products. He is responsible for overseeing the development team for all companies with Activ. He has years of experience of marketing products online, and knows only too well how and where to ensure maximum exposure of the brand. Why not check out Dillon's Blog.

Together – Simon and Dillon

Together this partnership packs a very powerful punch. Simon and Dillon complement each other's skill set perfectly. Both very focused and driven entrepreneurs, however what they bring to the table is unique in its own right. It is this relationship and offering from them both that ensures the products and services developed continue to be at the forefront of the business and entrepreneur market! Together they develop the brand every single day.

Tristan Gilbody – Operations Manager

Tristan is the Operations Manager for Activ. His fresh and dynamic approach to operations means the company can develop quickly and efficiently in line with the ever growing demand. He has years of experience in business and client management. He is responsible for the day to day management of the operations department.

Jenny Appleyard – Development Executive

Jenny is our dedicated Development Executive, she works closely with our network of entrepreneurs on a daily basis. Her personable approach and excellent rapport building skills mean she can help our Activ Web Designers achieve their individual business goals. Jenny is always on hand to answer questions, offer support and inspire our network to continue to grow at the fantastic pace we have set since our inception.

Richard Griffin – Operations Executive

Richard G, has many years experience is in working with large online companies in providing online and technical support for 1000's of customers worldwide. Using this experience he ensures all Activ clients are dealt with professionally and efficiently at all times.

Charlotte Gray – Administrative Assistant

Charlotte is responsible for maintaining communication between each division in Activ. Along with meeting all existing clients Charlotte is also the first port of call for all new enquires aswell. Charlotte works with all companies in the group and communicates with all members of staff on a daily basis.

Adam Longley – Accounts

Adam has worked in the accounting profession for over 10 years and is responsible for the management of all group company accounts.

Paul Liddington – Project Development Manager

Paul is the Product Development Manager for the Group, with his articulate experience within online product management, digital media and content management systems he handles all aspects of product development from start to finish. He works very closely with Dillon and Simon on a day to day basis.

Matthew Fedak – Product Developer

Matthew is responsible for developing accessible and creative web solutions for Activ. He manages all aspects of new projects through his technical and design experience. Matthew is excellent at identifying exactly what customers need to ensure they get the best out of their online presence.

Tom Foyster – Product Developer

Tom has joined the Activ team after working for 3 years in the Web industry and obtaining an award winning HND in Multimedia IT. His strengths lie in developing accessible, efficient and usable websites for every enviroment.

Ben Thomas – Product Developer

Ben has recretly graduated from university with a First-class honours in Computer Science. Ben has a wide range of computer programming experience but has a particular interest in Open Source web development. Ben joins Activ to support the product development team in launching new and exciting products.

Sachin Jain – Product Developer

Sachin has many years experience in managing a network of high-traffic websites, he is one of our Product developers for Activ working on projects incorporating design and technical elements. Sachin also implements key search engine optimisation techniques he works very closely with Dillon in increasing the exposure of the brand online.

Kris Harris – Web Designer

Kris covers website updates of existing clients, as well as creating websites for new customers. His experience in various web and multi-media applications means that the client receives a top quality website that both they and their customers can enjoy.

Jo Moore – UK Sales Manager

Jo, a budding entrepreneur herself, fully recognizes the importance of the products and services Activ offer. Using her own experiences, she is able to relate this to the regular clients she talks with. The transparency of the company, linked with her honest and credible approach to selling ensures all clients she talks to acquire a full and comprehensive understanding of what Activ provide.

Jo Bosworth – UK Sales Executive

Jo really does understand the value of franchises as she and her husband run an extremely successful franchise business. With her straight forward, fresh approach and using her own experience she is able to relate this to the clients she speaks to, to ensure they have an all round and honest understanding of the products and services that Activ offer.

Amy Grewcock – Online Sales Executive

Amy is our Online Sales Executive. For businesses that want to know how an Activ website can benefit them or find out about the latest products, services and company news - Amy is the person to speak to. With a wealth of previous experience in sales, Amy guides our clients through the initial stages of attaining a new marketing tool for their business.

Sabrina Butler – Online Marketing Executive

Sabrina has a background of working for an online search marketing agency and has gained experience in managing client's online marketing efforts. Her experience and knowledge will enable her to work with the team and ensure the growth of Activ.

Mark Jansen – Online Marketing Executive

Mark boasts a wealth of experience in the online sector and we are glad to have mark working closely with all of our Activ UK Licensees. He has extensive knowledge of driving visitors to networks and implementing long term Search Engine Optimisation strategies, we hope his personal, attentive approach will enable our licensees to maximise the potential of each townsite in our Activ UK Network.

Richard Major – Customer Account Executive

Richard M is our Customer Account Executive. Having spent his time working with our network of Franchisees and supporting them through their development he is now working with our Head Office clients. Richard has a vast experience of working within Customer Service and will be the main contact for clients ensuring their websites are built and maintained to meet all of their requirements.

Kevin Grist – Activ Web Design Spain

Kevin heads up Activ Web Design in Spain. His role is to drive the brand forward throughout Spain, to achieve similar success as seen in the UK. A fluent Spanish speaker, he can count on many years experience in software development and product management within a multi-national environment to help drive growth of the Activ brand in the Spanish market.