Meet the team
Academy Staff
The Young Technicians Academy team share a wealth of knowledge and experience in the creative sector and a willingness to pass down their passion and skills to the next generation of aspiring industry professionals.
Pino Soccio
Founder/CEO
Paul Taylor
Director of Finance
Lisa Waller
PA to the CEO
Andy Bugbee
Head of YTA
Zara Whitwell
Performing Arts Lead
Richard Jones
Music Tutor
Owen Bosworth
Media Tutor
Ethan Twydle
Coding Tutor
Steve Howard
AP Development Manager
Will Denyer
Academy Technician
Hayley Burroughs
Performing Arts Tutor
Tianda Arden
Receptionist
Isabel Taylor
Administrator
Sandra Donnachie
Tutor
Academy Patrons
Glen Brown
Academy Patron
Glen Brown is a highly respected professional in the UK's technical production industry, recognised for his expertise and leadership as the Managing Director of Area Four Industries.
Hayley Burroughs
Performing arts patron
"It’s nice to be able to help younger generations to get into the industry. I want to support where I can, helping others to get the best opportunities."
Annabelle Davis
Performing arts patron
"Its an honour to be an ambassador for The Young Technicians Academy. I'm excited to see young people realise their talent and start working with them in the industry!"
Stuart Gibbons OBE
Academy Patron
"The Young Technicians Academy is a unique and much needed facility, training the next generation of events and entertainment personnel. I am honoured to be appointed as patron happy to lend my support to their endeavors."
Shaun Pearce
Academy Patron
Shaun Pearce is a distinguished figure in the UK's technical production industry, renowned for his leadership as the founder and Managing Director of Pearce Hire.
Academy Directors
Pino Soccio
Founder/CEO
Paul Taylor
Director of Finance
Zach Anthony
Director of Operations
Matthew Waller
Director of Strategy and Sales
