Meet the Team | KaarbonTech

Mark Entwistle

Mark Entwistle is the Founder and Chairman of KaarbonTech. With over two decades of experience in local government, Mark continues to play an active role in shaping the business. His drive to use data to deliver long-term environmental efficiencies has helped position KaarbonTech at the forefront of highways and greenspace innovation.

Graeme Forward

Graeme Forward, Joint Managing Director at KaarbonTech, expertly translates complex data sets into actionable business strategies. With 18 years of analytics experience, he drives strategic decisions and business performance, positioning himself as an indispensable asset in the data-driven business landscape.

Douglas Maxted

Douglas Maxted is Joint Managing Director at KaarbonTech, leveraging his extensive tech industry experience and strategic acumen to align business objectives with innovative geospatial technologies. Renowned for his strategic thinking, he is instrumental in driving the company's growth and technological advancement.

Leigh Harris

As the first employee at KaarbonTech, Leigh has been instrumental in building our success from the ground up. In this video, Leigh shares his goals, his successes, and a bit about himself. Get to know the man behind the accounts, and see why Leigh is a key player in our team!

Alan Williams

Alan Williams is a seasoned Territory & Key Account Manager at KaarbonTech, known for his ability to grow territories and key accounts. With over 15 years in the tech sector, he excels in aligning industry trends with innovative solutions to drive customer loyalty and sales growth.

Kim Palmer

Kim Palmer is one of KaarbonTech’s dedicated Highways Drainage Surveyors. With a natural love for people and the outdoors, Kim combines hard work with on-the-ground insight to help us understand and improve drainage networks across the UK.

Conor Holgate

Conor Holgate is KaarbonTech’s Innovation and Change Manager. With a background in creative industries and a passion for improvement, he helps drive operational excellence, smarter ways of working, and future-focused thinking across the business.

Shona Douglas

Shona Douglas is KaarbonTech’s Chief Software Architect, blending deep technical expertise with a passion for real-world problem solving. From the very beginning, she’s helped shape the company’s direction—building powerful, user-focused solutions and guiding the next generation of developers along the way.

Leo Lapworth

Leo Lapworth is the visionary Chief Technology Officer at KaarbonTech. With a background spanning diverse industries, Leo's expertise bridges complex client needs. His passion for innovation and dedication to simplification drive KaarbonTech's technological advancements.

Amy Dutson

Meet Amy Dutson: KaarbonTech's insightful Data Analyst with GIS expertise. Transforming data into visual narratives, Amy's keen eye for detail and dedication to seamless insights enriches both internal operations and customer experiences.

Phil Hyatt

Introducing Phil Hyatt, our Arboricultural Technical Specialist turned Consultant at KaarbonTech. With 25 years of industry experience and a passion for software solutions, Phil bridges the gap between arboriculture and technology, ensuring practicality and excellence in every project.

Ash Blair

Ash Blair is KaarbonTech’s Solutions & Research Manager. With a background in product management and business analysis, Ash brings curiosity and clarity to understanding our customers’ needs — helping shape better solutions across the sector.

Claire Rigby

Claire Rigby is KaarbonTech’s Head of People & Finance. With a background in HR, finance and quality control, Claire helps foster a positive culture while managing essential processes behind the scenes — from people support to ISO audits.

Andy Jeffress

Andy Jeffress is KaarbonTech’s in-house Content Creator. With a background in film production and corporate media, he leads our creative direction in video — turning complex ideas into engaging content that connects with real people.

Pete Whiteley

Pete Whiteley is a seasoned Technical Support Technician and Software Tester at KaarbonTech. With an impressive background in IT and a passion for solving problems, Pete is often the first voice our customers hear — ready with practical advice, device knowledge, and a reassuring presence.

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