Meet the Team

Meet the skilled and dedicated members of the PNE team that make our work possible!

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Tracey Moore

CEO

Tracey is an experienced Director and leader, with over 30 years of experience helping businesses and individuals reach their goals. She is a qualified Executive Coach and Leadership Mentor, as well as a member of several professional organisations. Tracey is passionate about improving outcomes in the North East and champions sustainable business practices.

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Lisa Murphy

Operations Manager

Lisa is an experienced project manager and compliance expert with 20 years of experience. She ensures that our clients receive excellent service and oversees our quality processes. Lisa has an HND in public administration and is a qualified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor.

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Melissa Middleton

Business Support Coordinator

Melissa is the business support team leader and has a passion for helping people start their own businesses. She holds a PGCE in Business & Enterprise, an MSc in Social Research, and a BSc Hons in Politics and Media Studies. Melissa has received the Natwest National Unsung Hero Award and has been named the If We Can You Can’s Supporter of the Year.

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Jack Mullaney

Marketing and Engagement Manager

Jack is an experienced marketeer who oversees marketing and communications activities. He is a self-declared nerd and has a keen interest in developing marketing strategies that utilise new technologies to make marketing as efficient and accessible as possible. He has an MSc in E-business, a BA in Business and Finance, and has previously worked in not-for-profit organizations and higher education.

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Steven Miller

Head of ICT and Infrastructure.

Steven has extensive experience managing IT for PNE and over 60 SME tenants. He has contributed to the success of Silicon Alley workspace, which was named one of the world's top ten science-based incubators. Steven is a Chartered IT Professional and holds a Post Grad Diploma in Computing Engineering and Information Sciences.

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Chris Brown

Finance Officer

Chris is a member of the Association of Accounting Technicians and has over 20 years of accounts experience. He manages the financial side of PNE and offers specialist financial advice to PNE clients. Chris's advice has helped numerous growing businesses and established organisations take control of their accounts and finance.

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Anne Maria Brown

Admin and Support Officer

Anne Maria oversees PNE’s portfolio of management and leadership qualifications and grant monitoring. She has extensive experience in supporting complex administrative requirements and customer relationship management. Anne Maria holds NVQs in Customer Service, IT, and Business Administration.

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Maria Payumo

Marketing and Events Assistant

Maria is responsible for managing PNE's social media accounts and assisting the wider team with marketing queries and problems. She is a graduate of Northumbria University and has a passion to create innovative marketing solutions for pre-start and sustainable businesses.

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Brenda Wilson

Business Advisor

Brenda is an experienced business support and mentoring professional with over 20 years of experience helping start-up businesses. She is passionate about assisting people on their journey to self-employment and helping entrepreneurs successfully apply for funding. Brenda has previously owned a franchise of Thrifty Car and Van Rentals and a Hair and Beauty Salon, alongside other roles in enterprise support.

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Natasha Purser

Business Advisor

Natasha has an MSc in Psychology (2014) and Computer Game Design and Production (2013) and ran their own digital business supporting content creators and small businesses with branding, marketing and website design, as well as providing digital skills workshops to disadvantaged young people at risk of reoffending. Natasha has an expansive skillset, including digital marketing, branding, web development (including e-commerce) and content creation in a one-to-one and group environment.

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Shirley Wilson

Business Advisor

Shirley Wilson is a seasoned business support and mentoring expert who has assisted countless start-up businesses. Her area of expertise is helping individuals achieve their objective of self-employment, and she excels at aiding entrepreneurs in securing funding for the initial stages of their business journey, as well as helping them grow their businesses.

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Maggie Caney

NEWS Property Administrator

Maggie is an experienced property manager who has managed Newcastle City Council's retail portfolio for five years. She has also worked with a facilities management company and has paralegal property work experience. Maggie is a law graduate and a member of an all-female samba band that frequently supports charity events.

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Richard Clark

Workspace Director

Richard has 35 years of experience in designing, developing, and managing SME workspaces, as well as supporting economic regeneration in the North East. He has also represented the UK on an EU task group responsible for defining criteria to inform EU policy on benchmarking of incubators.

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Jim Hedland

NEWS Board Member

Jim is a Chartered Surveyor with extensive experience in commercial property, particularly in the Leisure & Hospitality sector. He has worked across public, private, and corporate sectors, and currently holds a senior nationwide position with EI/Stonegate Group, where he manages and expands their Estate.

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Ceri Jones

Chair of the Board

Ceri is an economist with experience in government and regulatory bodies. Currently, he is Associate Chairman of Aqua Consultants and Head of the PNE Board. He has held previous roles as the Regulation & Scientific Services Director at Northumbrian Water Limited and non-executive positions at community organizations.

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Irene Allcroft

Vice Chair of the Board

Irene has more than 30 years of experience in the strategic enterprise and innovation development in the UK. She has worked in various sectors, including industrial engineering, software, and online services.

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Dave Mitchell

Board Member

Dave is the VP for Health and Social Care at BT with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. He has driven success in commercial and operational aspects in SME, corporate, and public sector markets.

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Clare Ingle

Board Member

Clare is a qualified accountant with almost 20 years of experience in banking and industry. She has worked with clients ranging from start-ups to FTSE 100 companies and is currently serving as CFO of Northumberland Estates. Clare enjoys supporting and advising entrepreneurial SMEs in achieving their goals.

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Sarat Pediredla

Board Member

Sarat is the founder of Hedgehog Labs and a member of the PNE Board. He is passionate about technology and the potential of mobile, connected devices and the Internet of Things.

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Helen Marshall

Expert Supporter

Helen has 30 years of experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating professional development interventions. She is a Leadership in Practice teacher for the Open University and a Chartered Fellow of CMI. Since 2002, she has directed her own business and managed programs for Newcastle University.

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Gavin Spencer

Expert Supporter

Gavin is the MD and Founder of Beach Accountants Ltd, which helps clients tell compelling stories through their accounting numbers. He specializes in cloud accounting software, apps, and automation, and has over 25 years of accounting experience. Gavin is passionate about using his expertise to support businesses.

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Peter Millican

Expert Supporter

Peter Millican is a lawyer and founder of Peter Millican Law with over 35 years of experience in the legal sector. He specializes in company formation, partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, employment law, and business purchases and sales. Additionally, he has also lectured on law at North Tyneside College.

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