Hello! We’re Shaping Cloud
Leaders in Human-Centred Digital Transformation
We’ve been designing, building, managing, and protecting our clients’ mission-critical digital platforms and services since 2010. Our people are, first and foremost, experienced practitioners and problem-solvers.
Our Mission
We're on a mission to propel organisations with transformative cloud solutions, driving positive outcomes for all.
Our Vision
To shape a future where technology empowers organisations to achieve their boldest ambitions, driving efficiency, sustainability, and prosperity while leaving a lasting positive impact on communities and industries worldwide.
Our Values
With over a decade of hands-on experience, our values — purposeful, inclusive, and excellent — guide our approach, ensuring we deliver transformative results.
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Driven by intention and impact, we align every decision we make and action we take with our wider mission. By understanding and believing in our “why”, we always ensure that our services and solutions add lasting tangible value to our customers.
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In a world of diverse ideas, we champion an environment where every voice matters. We believe that different perspectives lead to richer innovation and better solutions. We deliver solutions that resonate with, and are accessible to, all.
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We settle for nothing less than the best. In our pursuit of excellence, we constantly challenge the status quo. Through dedication, passion, and relentless attention to detail, we aim to exceed expectations and set industry standards.
Our People
Our leaders, consultants, engineers, and business support professionals rank among the most experienced in their respective fields.
Nigel Redwood
Chairman
Leon Fox
Nigel helps enterprises to commercialise and drive successful growth initiatives, balancing business needs with people-oriented strategies to develop supportive cultures and ethical management frameworks. Nigel has led the acquisitions of three businesses and the sale of two. These have given him significant M&A and fundraising experience including debt, private equity, and AIM placings.
Helen Gerling
Chief Executive Officer
After 20 years in the higher education and public sectors, Helen brings a wealth of knowledge in the design and delivery of drift-free large scale digital transformation programmes. Her commercial acumen and planning foresight, coupled with her sincere and people focussed approach, drives forward her mission for delivery excellence.
Chief Technologist
Leon has 20 years’ experience leading tech projects for public sector and enterprise, with his expertise spanning infrastructure and digital. For the last six years, Leon’s been assessing whole ICT architectures for enterprise orgs, designing cloud-first holistic architectures, defining informed and accurate investment cases, as well as leading on key modernisation projects.
Emma Trevor-Jones
Finance Director
Emma is a chartered accountant who trained and qualified at Grant Thornton in Bristol. She gained experience auditing businesses across a variety of sectors, ranging from SMEs to publicly listed companies. After relocating, she made the move in-house to become financial controller of an AIM listed cloud computing and managed IT services company before joining Shaping Cloud.
Julian Jackson
Head of Sales & Marketing
With more than 20 years’ in the tech industry, Julian knows how to start with strategy and outcomes - ensuring we understand what our clients are looking for and that this translates into a commercial offer. Julian is people-centred, building teams and culture around purpose and excellence to achieve common goals first time.
Paul Willmore
Head of Managed Services
With 15 years’ experience in managed services, Paul understands what’s expected of a true partner, not just provider. Paul is passionate about providing the highest level of service and always works closely with clients to ensure a true partnership and that Shaping Cloud’s customers are getting the best value and remain at the forefront of innovation.
Lottie Clavin
Talent & Employee Engagement Manager
Lottie (aka Charlotte), is our fab Talent Manager at Shaping Cloud. With years of recruiting experience and with a passion for modern inclusive work environments, Lottie heads up our Talent Team. She ensures we have the best work environment for all our Shapers and is always head hunting the next talented professionals to add to our already excellent team.
Julie Brounos
Talent Coach
Julie, our Talent Coach, is an award-winning learning and development expert. She’s dedicated to ensuring our professionals achieve their full potential. She excels in leadership and employee development, significantly contributing to industry advancements and nurturing talent through innovative strategies and a commitment to professional growth.
Kieran Brewer
Head of Engineering
Kieran, our Head of Engineering, is renowned for swiftly mastering new technologies. His exceptional ability to make things work and his strong team player ethos are pivotal in driving our engineering team towards innovative solutions and collaborative success.