PWM was founded in 2009 by Kerry Purdy, Laurie Willis, and Conan McDonnell to provide specialist IT training services to a wide range of businesses and organisations.
We take the time to learn about your organisation to fully understand the various ways your team prefers to learn. This allows us to develop a bespoke plan that will improve your business, saving time for your colleagues and helping them work smarter and more collaboratively.
It’s not just a process. It’s a partnership.
We believe in delivering training to the highest standards, aligned to our clients’ organisational processes, culture and vision, with proven results.
We are experts in Microsoft 365 apps and keep ourselves continually informed of the ever-evolving functionality, and our multi-sector experience gives us different perspectives on best practices.
We create new and engaging ways of delivering training to adapt to each client’s specific needs and culture, leading to more effective learning and increased adoption.
We are down-to-earth and are great at explaining features and benefits in simple terms that everyone can understand. We are approachable and always enter the room with a smile.
While our founders are still actively involved in training, we’ve expanded to include a number of specialists. While every member of our team is confident across the entire Microsoft product suite, they each have additional expertise in certain applications.
Dhru has over twenty years of experience in the training industry, designing and delivering training across a wide range of applications, from Adobe to Microsoft. His areas of expertise include Power BI data modelling and visualization, Teams, SharePoint, and MS Office, to name but a few.
When he’s not training, Dhru enjoys live music, comics, and cooking!
Giles has led or supported Microsoft/M365 digital transformation projects since 2009. In 2016, he founded a Microsoft Gold partner and grew it to Gold partner tier before exiting successfully in 2022.With expertise in project management, team leadership, business analysis, digital learning, training, and strategic planning, Giles brings extensive experience to every project. Outside of work, Giles enjoys chess, football, and smoking meats on the BBQ.
Adam has worked in education for almost 20 years, starting in Secondary before transitioning into professional training, gaining an appreciation for diverse learning styles. He’s delivered training on almost every software, including M365 and the Power Platform.
Outside of training, Adam enjoys watching Southend United, following his children’s activities, and supporting the Denver Broncos online.
Simon has been a Microsoft IT trainer for over 15 years, teaching students of all abilities.His training career began when he built an MS Access database for a local council and then designed a training session on how to use it. Later, he qualified with a PGCE/PCET and became a specialist trainer in the Office suite and M365 apps.
When he’s not working, Simon enjoys walking, reading, and cooking Indian food!
Afolake is an IT Trainer with over 20 years’ experience, specialising in M365 training, roll-out, and adoption. She has an innate ability to simplify information, making the training experience a positive and engaging one for all.
In her spare time, Afolake loves to help people in her wider community.
Tim has spent his career in IT, DDaT, and change, where people meet technology. He recently helped a luxury wine merchant reshape digital and data use to improve customer offerings and supported the Home Office in M365 consultant training. Before that, he assisted an NHS Trust throughout the Covid-19 crisis.Outside work, he enjoys running, spending time with his family, and exploring alternative intelligence, like how octopuses redefine intelligence.
Originally from the Scottish Borders, Viv has been an IT trainer for over 20 years and specialises in MS Office and M365 apps, as well as laptop deployment projects. She has delivered training all over the UK and Europe.In her spare time, Viv loves taking photos and enjoys escaping the city to explore Scotland and Yorkshire, always in search of the perfect shot. She is also a keen (and frequently disappointed) supporter of the Scottish Rugby team.
Anthony has been delivering Asta Powerproject training since 2001, first for Elecosoft (formerly Asta Development) and now as a freelance trainer for PWM Training.
He has created and delivered courses from Introductory to Advanced levels and is open to bespoke requests. He customises content to meet clients’ needs. Outside of training, Anthony teaches Aikido, enjoys live music, and participates in amateur dramatics.
Debbie began her IT career in the 1980s as a Sales Support Specialist before transitioning into Microsoft and bespoke consultancy. This shift provided her with extensive experience in change management and transformation projects over the years.
She has worked with high-profile clients both in the UK and internationally, allowing her to combine her passions for training and travel!
