Not all training providers are created equal. At Aspire, our priority is for your studies to be an enjoyable and successful learning experience.
Our team members work together to deliver support for our students. Each individual has a different quality and skill they bring to the business. We combine these skills with our friendly and proactive approach so our students have the right components to achieve their qualifications.
Find out more about each of our team members below.
Mark Parker
Director
Mark is the founder and Director of Aspire Procurement Training Ltd and has developed the company into one of the leading CIPS training providers in the UK. Prior to this, Mark worked as a procurement and supply chain consultant across a range of sectors delivering cost-saving and supply chain efficiency improvement projects.
Richard Slater
Director
Currently responsible for Aspire's sales strategy, Richard brings a focus to the range and depth of training offered by Aspire, whilst ensuring that the whole team at Aspire is driven by providing a fantastic learner experience. Richard holds an MBA in Strategy and Procurement and has held multiple board level positions in Top 250 companies. Richard is also CEO of Slater Austin, a supply chain consultancy company he set up in 2015. He has a passion for continuous improvement and is an advocate of lifelong learning.
Emma Bond
Business Development and Marketing Executive
Emma’s goal is to build quality, long lasting relationships with individuals and organisations, whilst providing expert advice and support on CIPS qualifications. In her role as Business Development and Marketing Executive, Emma is also responsible for Aspire’s marketing strategy and making sure all operations are processed efficiently.
Nicola Hicks
Apprenticeship Lead
With wide experience in the training and education sector, Nicola supports people and organisations with skills and development to meet the demands of a competitive and rapidly changing global economy. As Aspire’s Apprenticeship Lead, Nicola supports apprentices and employers through their journey and is excited to build the workforce of the future.
Rachelle quinton
Operations Manager
Rachelle is responsible for overseeing the operations within Aspire. Rachelle provides inspired leadership for Aspire along with developing, implementing and reviewing operational policies and procedures within the business. Having worked in procurement from the start of career, Rachelle is also a member of Aspire's tutor team!
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