1975 ~ 1994

I was born and grew up in the market town of Bakewell, Derbyshire. With the exception a four year spell down in London (Design Studies degree, Goldsmiths College; 1994~1998), I haven't strayed very far since! Since a young age I've always had a passion for art & design, along with a keen interest in computing and (in particular) the internet.

1994 ~ 1998

The latter stages of my degree coincided with the emergence of the "World Wide Web" during the mid-late 1990's. This turned out to be perfect timing for me, as although my love for all things "Design" showed no signs of waning, I was unsure of what discipline to specialise in..

"Web Design" was the new kid on the block - and the unique opportunity of being both designer and publisher suited me down to the ground. My final year major project was a sizeable tourist information Website - and it helped me graduate with a 2:1, in the autumn of 1998.

Four years in London was a blast, but enough for me. I had no plans to extend my stay - and returned home.

1998 ~ 2000

Immediately after returning "up North" I was offered a full-time position at the local Chamber of Commerce in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. I spent 18 months or so there developing and honing my internet design skills (publishing several Websites for Chamber members), before being approached to work for a small, but growing Web Design company based out in The Peak District (Peak Net Limited).

2000 ~ 2013

Relishing the job and an increased level of responsibility, I stayed at the company for over 12 years (!).

A roller-coaster experience at times, my overriding feelings (looking back) are positive, with some great memories and personal achievements along the way. However, much as I enjoyed my time there, I also had a long-standing desire to one day launch my own business..

That "one day" finally came along in the spring of 2013 - and Mounsey Web Consultancy was born.