Ambassadors
Our Ambassadors are all exclusively ex-officers from across the services, who have at some point been in the same position as yourself, on the brink of a new career path, at the start of a new route and not wholly sure what the future may look like.
However, fast forward, and these exceptional people have all made a successful transition and enjoy successful careers. They are keen to support the full spectrum of the Alumni; however, specific Ambassadors have been selected to align their expertise and experience to specific cohorts to optimise the respective benefit to both Alumni and Ambassadors alike.
Ambbasdors
Our Ambassadors are all exclusively ex-officers from across the services, who have at some point been in the same position as yourself, on the brink of a new career path, at the start of a new route and not wholly sure what the future may look like.
However, fast forward, and these exceptional people have all made a successful transition and enjoy successful careers. They are keen to support the full spectrum of the Alumni; however, specific Ambassadors have been selected to align their expertise and experience to specific cohorts to optimise the respective benefit to both Alumni and Ambassadors alike.
Ambassadors
Our Ambassadors are all exclusively ex-officers from across the services, who have at some point been in the same position as yourself, on the brink of a new career path, at the start of a new route and not wholly sure what the future may look like.
However, fast forward, and these exceptional people have all made a successful transition and enjoy successful careers. They are keen to support the full spectrum of the Alumni; however, specific Ambassadors have been selected to align their expertise and experience to specific cohorts to optimise the respective benefit to both Alumni and Ambassadors alike.
The Ambassadors listed below will be supporting those who are focused on capitalising on their experience and expertise to provide immediate value to prospective Boards across abroad spectrum of business areas. (This may include those from ranks of Army Brigadier, Royal Air Force Air Commodore, Royal Navy Commodore, Royal Marines Brigadier and above).
Philip Wilcocks
Ex-Rear Admiral of the Royal Navy
After 38 years of service, Philip retired as Rear Admiral from the Royal Navy in 2009. Philip rose through the ranks being promoted to Deputy Commander of Joint Operations. He is now Owner/Director of CEMPA and sits on 3 SME Boards whilst engaging as Chair/Board Member of voluntary organisations.
Sean Bell
Ex-RAF Air Vice Marshal
Sean has nearly 30 years’ experience as a pilot in the RAF having served in numerous operational and MOD appointments. Since leaving the RAF in 2012, Sean has developed a portfolio approach in industry, and is Chairman of a defence SME, Director of his own consultancy company, and develops property. Sean is also on the Board of numerous charitable initiatives, is an Ambassador for RAFA.
Richard Ward
Ex-Lieutenant Colonel in The Duke of Wellington’s Regiment
With over 23 years’ experience serving all over the world including on a number of operational tours, Richard retired as a Lieutenant Colonel following command of an infantry battalion in 1988 and later followed a career in economic development.
Philip Wilcocks
Ex-Rear Admiral of the Royal Navy
After 38 years of service, Philip retired as Rear Admiral from the Royal Navy in 2009. Philip rose through the ranks being promoted to Deputy Commander of Joint Operations. He is now Owner/Director of CEMPA and sits on 3 SME Boards whilst engaging as Chair/Board Member of voluntary organisations.
Sean Bell
Ex-RAF Air Vice Marshal
Sean has nearly 30 years’ experience as a pilot in the RAF having served in numerous operational and MOD appointments. Since leaving the RAF in 2012, Sean has developed a portfolio approach in industry, and is Chairman of a defence SME, Director of his own consultancy company, and develops property. Sean is also on the Board of numerous charitable initiatives, is an Ambassador for RAFA.
Richard Ward
Ex-Lieutenant Colonel in The Duke of Wellington’s Regiment
With over 23 years’ experience serving all over the world including on a number of operational tours, Richard retired as a Lieutenant Colonel following command of an infantry battalion in 1988 and later followed a career in economic development.
Ryan Ramsay
Ex-Commander in The Royal Navy Submarine Service
Post 25 years of service including command of HMS Turbulent, Ryan has successfully transitioned his leadership and strategy skills to Energy, Oil & Gas and Telecommunication sectors as a VP and Director. He is currently a NED for 2 companies and Trustee for a major charity. He is committed to supporting veterans making the transition to the business world.
Ryan Ramsay
Ex-Commander in The Royal Navy Submarine Service
Post 25 years of service including command of HMS Turbulent, Ryan has successfully transitioned his leadership and strategy skills to Energy, Oil & Gas and Telecommunication sectors as a VP and Director. He is currently a NED for 2 companies and Trustee for a major charity. He is committed to supporting veterans making the transition to the business world.
The Ambassadors listed below will be supporting members who are focused on building on their experience and expertise, whilst preparing for the specific challenges in their chosen career. (This may include those from ranks of Army Major to Colonel, Royal Air Force Squadron Leader to Group Captain, Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander to Captain and Royal Marines Major to Colonel.):
John Peters
Ex-RAF Squadron Leader
John has over 20 years’ experience as a pilot in the RAF and served on a number of operational missions throughout his career including Operation Desert Storm. He retired from the military in 2000 as a Squadron Leader to found his own management consultancy firm.
Ivana-Maria
Carrioni-Burnett
Ex-Commissioned Officer, Royal Navy
Ivana left the Royal Navy, with over 11 years of Service, to become a marine pilot on the River Thames. She currently has a non-executive role on the board of an international charity with a global and effective strategy. Ivana has a unique leadership style, suited to her personality, which includes coaching and mentoring qualities she hopes to bring to the boardroom.
Nick O’Sullivan
Ex-Major in The Royal Marines
Nick spent almost 13 years in the Royal Marines, leaving the Service to build his own wealth management business as a Financial Adviser. Nick now works with both individuals and businesses to help them resource and achieve their goals. In doing so he has experienced first-hand the relevance of the skill set and mindset that former military personnel offer businesses.
John Peters
Ex-RAF Squadron Leader
John has over 20 years’ experience as a pilot in the RAF and served on a number of operational missions throughout his career including Operation Desert Storm. He retired from the military in 2000 as a Squadron Leader to found his own management consultancy firm.
Ivana-Maria
Carrioni-Burnett
Ex-Commissioned Officer, Royal Navy
Ivana left the Royal Navy, with over 11 years of Service, to become a marine pilot on the River Thames. She currently has a non-executive role on the board of an international charity with a global and effective strategy. Ivana has a unique leadership style, suited to her personality, which includes coaching and mentoring qualities she hopes to bring to the boardroom.
Nick O’Sullivan
Ex-Major in The Royal Marines
Nick spent almost 13 years in the Royal Marines, leaving the Service to build his own wealth management business as a Financial Adviser. Nick now works with both individuals and businesses to help them resource and achieve their goals. In doing so he has experienced first-hand the relevance of the skill set and mindset that former military personnel offer businesses.
Philip Butler
Wing Commander in The Royal Air Force
Phil attended the Onboarding Officers programme in 2019 and is still serving in the Royal Air Force. He has served as a Non-Executive Director for a school, where he was able to use his military skills and experience to drive and develop the initial COVID-19 response plan.
Dr. Myszka Guzkowska
Colonel and Part-time Army Reserve
Widely experienced in senior executive and non-executive leadership across academic, military and related fields. Most recently Myszka was Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Manchester Metropolitan University and also Assistant Director and Commander of the University Officer Training Corps at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, having served in the Reserve (formerly Territorial) Army since joining the UOTC at Oxford.
Kevin Hood
Ex-Captain in The Royal Navy
After 28 years’ service planning delivering and supporting operations worldwide, Kevin retired from the Royal Navy as a Captain in 2013. Since then, he has been an executive remuneration advisor, started and continues to operate Fairway Sailing Ltd, is a freelance consultant and provides support and mentoring to new executives and directors of SMEs.
John Kerner
Ex-Army Lieutenant Colonel
John attended the OnBoarding Officers programme in 2020. He is a professionally qualified director with a portfolio career as a non-executive, adviser and independent consultant which he runs through his own company. He has been a military transition mentor since leaving the Army in 2016, where he served for 26 years in a variety of specialist and strategic roles, including unit command.
Philip Butler
Wing Commander in The Royal Air Force
Phil attended the Onboarding Officers programme in 2019 and is still serving in the Royal Air Force. He has served as a Non-Executive Director for a school, where he was able to use his military skills and experience to drive and develop the initial COVID-19 response plan.
Dr. Myszka Guzkowska
Colonel and Part-time Army Reserve
Widely experienced in senior executive and non-executive leadership across academic, military and related fields. Most recently Myszka was Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Manchester Metropolitan University and also Assistant Director and Commander of the University Officer Training Corps at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, having served in the Reserve (formerly Territorial) Army since joining the UOTC at Oxford.
Kevin Hood
Ex-Captain in The Royal Navy
After 28 years’ service planning delivering and supporting operations worldwide, Kevin retired from the Royal Navy as a Captain in 2013. Since then, he has been an executive remuneration advisor, started and continues to operate Fairway Sailing Ltd, is a freelance consultant and provides support and mentoring to new executives and directors of SMEs.
John Kerner
Ex-Army Lieutenant Colonel
John attended the OnBoarding Officers programme in 2020. He is a professionally qualified director with a portfolio career as a non-executive, adviser and independent consultant which he runs through his own company. He has been a military transition mentor since leaving the Army in 2016, where he served for 26 years in a variety of specialist and strategic roles, including unit command.
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