Celebrating the People Behind Paradise Computing

At Paradise Computing, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their knowledge, dedication and commitment are what enable us to build lasting partnerships with our customers and continue supporting manufacturers and distributors across the UK.

This year, we're proud to celebrate a number of milestones and achievements across the business, recognising the colleagues who continue to grow, develop and make a real difference every day.

Celebrating Long Service

Long service is something we're incredibly proud of at Paradise Computing. It reflects not only the loyalty and dedication of our team, but also the culture we've built over nearly 40 years.

          Kevin Ritchie - 20 Years 

This year, Kevin celebrates an incredible 20 years with Paradise Computing. Throughout his career, Kevin has played a pivotal role in helping customers solve complex technical challenges through software development, bespoke integrations and digital transformation. His knowledge, leadership and commitment have made him an invaluable part of the Paradise team.

 

 

         Kerry Vollmer - 10 Years

We're also delighted to celebrate Kerry's 10-year anniversary with Paradise Computing. As our Training Co-ordinator, Kerry plays a key role in supporting customers throughout their learning journey, helping them get the very best from their technology. Her adaptability and willingness to help wherever needed have also made her an invaluable support across many areas of the business. Kerry's dedication and positive attitude make her an integral part of the Paradise team.

 

           Gareth Whyley – 5 Years

Gareth recently celebrated five years with Paradise Computing. Since joining as a Project Specialist, he has progressed to Professional Services Manager, building strong customer relationships and always going the extra mile to deliver successful outcomes. Gareth has also recently taken on responsibility for Paradise Wellbeing, helping to support the health and wellbeing of colleagues across the business.

  


Celebrating Professional Achievements

We're passionate about supporting continuous learning and investing in the development of our people.

Laura Hamp

Congratulations to Laura on achieving her Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant certification. This achievement further enhances our Microsoft ERP expertise and our ability to support customers throughout their Business Central journey.

Grace Buzzoni

Congratulations to Grace on becoming a PRINCE2® Practitioner, demonstrating her commitment to professional project management and the successful delivery of customer projects.

David Higgins

Congratulations to David on achieving his Microsoft Power Platform Certification, further strengthening our expertise in automation, low-code development and Microsoft business applications.

Bernard Boakye

Congratulations to Bernard on successfully completing his Level 3 IT Support Apprenticeship. Over the past 18 months, Bernard has shown fantastic commitment and enthusiasm, and we're excited to see him continue developing his career with the Paradise team.

Each of these achievements reflects the commitment, dedication and expertise of our team, ensuring Paradise Computing continues to deliver the highest standards of service and technical excellence.


Celebrating Career Progression

Creating opportunities for career development has always been an important part of life at Paradise Computing.

We're proud to recognise colleagues who have recently progressed into new roles through their hard work, dedication and commitment to our customers.

Recent promotions include:

  • Kevin Ritchie - Deputy Managing Director
  • Carl Clayton - Head of Development
  • Ashley Curtis - Head of IT
  • Gareth Whyley - Special Projects Manager

These promotions reflect our commitment to recognising talent from within and providing opportunities for our people to continue building rewarding careers at Paradise.


Looking Ahead

As Paradise Computing approaches its 40th anniversary, we're incredibly proud of the team we've built. By recognising loyalty, investing in professional development and creating opportunities for career progression, we're building a business where people can thrive and our customers benefit from the experience, continuity and expertise that long-term relationships bring.

Congratulations to everyone celebrating these fantastic achievements - we look forward to seeing what the future holds.

Paradise Computing to Exhibit at Smart Manufacturing Week 2026

05 May 2026

Join Paradise Computing at Stand D40 as we showcase the latest in ERP, cyber security and digital transformation for manufacturers. As proud Digital Transformation Ambassadors, we’ll be delivering live demonstrations, expert-led discussions and speaking sessions across the two-day event at the NEC Birmingham.

Paradise Computing Returns to MACH 2026

24 February 2026

Paradise Computing is excited to announce our return to MACH, the UK’s leading manufacturing technologies exhibition. Join us on the stand to explore live Sage 200 demonstrations, discover the latest ERP innovations, and meet our experts to discuss how we can support your business growth.

Our new ITSM system help guide - Gatekeepers only

18 December 2025

IT Service Management System – Customer Gatekeeper Guide This guide explains the changes to our new IT Service Management (ITSM) system and what it means for you. It outlines how to log support requests, what to expect during the transition, and how the new platform will improve communication, transparency and service delivery.