MEET THE
TEAM THAT
SIMPLIFIES
COMPLEXITY.

Ian Denison

DIRECTOR

Ian founded the business in 2007, bringing 35+ years of experience solving problems across facilities management, estates and public infrastructure. For the last two decades, he's worked at the sharp end of one of the most complex parts of the public estate – PFI – helping over 100 schools, 35 trusts and seven local authorities turn complexity into progress.

With his positive, can-do energy, Ian sees any problem as a challenge waiting for the right solution. He's passionate for change, working with private sector FM providers and driving new initiatives that unlock better outcomes for all parties.

Straight-talking is Ian's trademark. No spin, no sugar-coating - just the facts people need to hear. And when he walks into a meeting, you'll feel the energy shift and its direction change for the better.

Behind the sharp mind and Yorkshire wit, there's real warmth: every Christmas, Ian writes a personal thank-you letter to every single member of the team.

Stuart McAlpine

DIRECTOR

Stuart directs the business, creates the strategy, and drives the team to deliver for clients. He's building Inscyte to benefit every stakeholder - especially the public sector clients and the team he leads. He brings a private sector background to the problems Inscyte solves, the yin to Ian's yang.

Stuart loves a challenge: a detailed contractual interpretation, a difficult technical problem, or a disagreement that needs resolving. Colleagues and clients come to him for answers on insurance, energy, finance, operations and capital works, and knowledgeable input across PFI, FM, construction and contracts.

Stuart is considered, but passionate. He'll defend his team and his clients without hesitation, always looking for a better way to move contracts forward and deliver maximum benefit for the public sector.



A dedicated family man, he's also a committed rugby union and cricket fan. 

Rachel Forbes

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR | LEGAL & COMMERCIAL SERVICES

Rachel advises clients on the legal workings of PFI contracts and helps steer the day-to-day direction of the business - legal, commercial, HR, financial, and everything in between. She loves nothing more than untangling a tricky legal issue.

PFI contracts were drafted by lawyers, but 20 years on, the wording rarely matches what's actually happening on the ground. Rachel is driven by giving clients the tools to fix what's going wrong - for the people it ultimately affects: the children in these schools.

Colleagues describe her as firm but fair. She's the person people go to first when something's not right - big or small. She listens more than most, wants to understand the detail before she decides, and stays calm when there's a lot going on.

Rachel is naturally competitive. She brings the same discipline and preparation to fitness, to supporting her childrens' football, and to a complex legal problem. 

Kate Blundell

OFFICE MANAGER

Kate supports the directors in keeping the business moving, managing priorities, solving problems and making sure clients get what they need. Her superpower is bringing order to the chaos and making sure nothing slips through the cracks. Known across the team as the glue that holds Inscyte together, Kate is always the first port of call when something needs fixing.

Annabel Boyode

ASSISTANT CONTRACTS MANAGER

Annabel keeps commissions on track, working closely with schools to make sure things run smoothly, whatever comes up along the way. She thrives on the busier, more unpredictable expiry phases when she can figure things out and pull everything together. Organised and happiest getting stuck in - if something needs doing, she'd rather crack on with it than leave it on a list. 

Sofie Brown

SENIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

Sofie brings a different perspective and isn't afraid to voice it, building relationships on the simple principle of treating people how she’d like to be treated. Time pressure and a complex problem bring out her tenacity, and she's fiercely competitive, mostly with herself. Sofie's team knows they can bring her any question - nothing is too small or irrelevant. Well organised, methodical, and a spreadsheet expert, she's also a bit of a metalhead on the side. 

Maria Burton

CONTRACT & DATA ADMINISTRATOR

Maria simplifies data, turning it into clear insights and practical answers. She excels at tackling problems that need a mix of analysis, curiosity and creativity, usually through smarter data capture or a workbook that does the heavy lifting. A regular admirer of honeybees on her walk to work, Marie loves their skill in getting a job done with no fuss - just teamwork and determination. 

Reece Child

SENIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

Reece runs Inscyte Support and manages multiple PFI contracts with our trust partners, making sure they get the best value for their money. Payment mechanisms, benchmarking and anything to do with numbers are where he really comes alive. Reece thrives under pressure so colleagues come to him for problem solving and tech support - he has a spreadsheet for pretty much everything. Methodical and calm, unless there's a sport involved.   

Charlotte Danks

ASSISTANT CONTRACTS MANAGER

Charlotte turns complex contracts into practical outcomes, keeping projects on track and building strong client relationships along the way. She's at her best untangling a difficult contract issue and finding a solution that works for everyone involved. Known for her clear advice and calm approach, Charlotte’s a steady presence when things get tricky. Naturally organised and solutions focused, she brings structure to complexity and keeps things moving.

Joanne Gaertner

PORTAL MANAGER

Joanne brings knowledge, commitment and a genuine willingness to improve how things work. She builds positive relationships, works collaboratively with her team and helps schools and colleagues find the right solutions. She stands by the facts, takes time to understand issues fully and handles FM pushback constructively to achieve positive outcomes. Approachable and always willing to help. 

Joe Godkin

MARKETING PRODUCTS MANAGER

Joe leads how Inscyte looks, sounds and shows up. A visual storyteller at heart, he takes the complex and the unfinished and turns it into something sharp, creative and unexpected. The team comes to him for fresh eyes, a "does this look right" gut check that usually turns into something better. Fast-paced, hands-on, and a real driving force behind the brand. 

Andria Halfacre

SENIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

Andria shows clients how to cut through the complexity of PFI contracts and proposes realistic action. She identifies service failures, uncovers poor performance and gives clients the confidence to tackle issues.



Inquisitive by nature, Andria won’t accept, “That’s how it’s always been done.” She digs into the detail, challenges assumptions and follows the evidence wherever it leads. Clients value her straightforward approach. No jargon. No drama. Just clear thinking, practical advice and a determination to get things moving. 

Philip Heald

ASSISTANT CONTRACTS MANAGER

Philip helps clients achieve practical outcomes from their PFI contracts, improving service failures and making sure expiry runs smoothly. He's at his best working through practical problems, particularly under the tighter timelines of expiry, making sure clients get the right result rather than an inferior solution or excuse. 

Methodical, and rarely satisfied with the first answer, he's known for engaging every relevant party along the way.

Yvonne King

LEGAL SERVICES MANAGER

Yvonne advises Inscyte and her colleagues on the legal issues they come across, providing internal legal guidance across the business rather than advising clients directly. She thrives on complex, detailed work - digging into documents, reviewing contract drafting, and guiding colleagues through difficult issues. Thorough and sharp-minded, Yvonne brings her expertise to problems well beyond the legal ones, and has a genuine skill for mentoring people. She can always be counted on to see things through to the end. 

Karen Lawrence

ASSISTANT CONTRACTS MANAGER

Karen brings tenacity, attention to detail, and a genuine investment in the work she does. Curious by nature, she asks the questions that get to the heart of an issue, then rolls up her sleeves and gets the job done. She's driven by learning something new and by the satisfaction of hitting goals through focused projects and clear deadlines.

Katie Long

ASSISTANT CONTRACTS MANAGER

Katie brings a can-do attitude, clarity and structure to everything she works on, building strong relationships with schools and clients. She combines strategic thinking with practical problem-solving, connecting the dots to find workable solutions to difficult challenges. Katie acts as a trusted sounding board for the wider team, offering calm and objective advice. She takes the time to listen properly before she responds. Highly organised and detail-focused, she’s also known for delivering compelling safeguarding training. 

Faye Martin

SENIOR CONTRACTS MANAGER

Faye has deep PFI contract and technical knowledge, gained over many years in facilities and building management. She's at her best untangling contract disputes, so schools get the services they were promised. Her team turns to her to resolve pushback from the FM Contractor and SPV or when they need a second opinion. Able to quote the relevant clause off the top of her head and unafraid to challenge, Faye brings clarity and confidence to every issue. 

Erin McAlpine

MARKETING INTERN

Erin supports Joe across brand and marketing, bringing a fresh pair of eyes and a genuine enthusiasm for getting stuck in. She recently headed off to study graphic design at university, having built some real-world experience at Inscyte first. Curious, willing, and already developing a feel for what looks right, she’ll return to support the team whenever term allows.

Fiona McAlpine

ONLINE RECORDS TECHNICIAN

Fiona keeps the filing system consistent and organised, carries out research, supports business development, and analyses data to help the directors and senior management work more efficiently. She loves nothing more than turning information into something clear and easy to understand. Structured, proactive and diligent, she'll be starting university in September and returning to support the team whenever term allows. 

Lynsey Powell

OPERATIONS ADMIN COORDINATOR

Lynsey runs the Inscyte Support desk - she’s the first voice our clients hear and the first hands on the data that keeps them compliant. She logs and triages every reactive and PPM request, coordinates jobs through to resolution with engineering and operations teams, and keeps compliance and reporting on track across our school clients. More to follow once she's settled in. 

Jason Smart

TECHNICAL ESTATES SERVICES MANAGER

Jason recently joined Inscyte as Technical Estates Services Manager, bringing technical expertise across PFI and non-PFI environments to support our growing Inscyte Support business. He'll act as lead technical adviser across client commissions, overseeing statutory compliance, lifecycle planning and our new Digital Asset Management service. More to follow once he's settled in.

Arron Smith

ASSISTANT CONTRACTS MANAGER

Aaron delivers positive outcomes for public sector clients across advisory and operational work. He helps schools and academy trusts get the most value out of their private sector contract arrangements and navigate PFI expiry with confidence. Known as ‘a solutions guy’, people come to Aaron for a practical way forward. And he has PFI and PFI expiry written right through him. With a finisher mindset, he’s focused on quick turnarounds, high standards, and clear ownership of everything he takes on. 

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