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Gordon R.

Gordon R. - Highly Experienced It Trainer & Consultant

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Professional Value

Gordon IT trainer who helps project managers in UK construction and engineering firms master Microsoft Project and the full Office suite. Drawing on 21 years of experience and a Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist credential, he delivers high‑impact 1‑to‑1 and floor‑walking sessions across private and public sectors that consistently receive top‑rated feedback.

Selected Clients

AbcamKier GroupUS Air ForceRoyal HaskoningFinnForestJohnson MattheyCambridge ConsultantsEcolabAmgen

Executive Profile

Gordon has been providing first-class IT training and consultancy services since 1989. Over 21 years of training in the private and public sector has made Gordon a highly experienced, and sought-after, trainer. Prior to that, he was a teacher.

Gordon specialises in project management using Microsoft Project. He also trains in Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio, MapPoint, Word, Publisher, and Adobe Acrobat – for all software versions (Office 2010, 2007, 2003, etc.).

As well as providing training (classroom, 1-1 sessions, workshops, floor-walking, etc.) at Introduction, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, Gordon also writes manuals/documentation, provides desktop support, and is involved in development projects for Project and Excel.

Gordon has trained delegates from shop-floor to Managing Director level within a wide range of industry sectors. Apart from the UK, he has also trained in Switzerland, Denmark, and America.

Gordon's course feedback is always positive (see examples below) and a testament to this is that he is repeatedly asked for by clients. Gordon makes training fun and brings a wealth of "real life" experience to the classroom – which is invaluable.

  • "Crisp, upbeat delivery. Gordon is very knowledgeable"
  • "Exactly the content I expected. Great to learn new skills. Very informative and very well explained at a steady pace to keep the group together. Good 1-1 assistance."
  • "Well presented and explained with good work-related examples"

Due to Gordon's work for the US Air Force at RAF Mildenhall, he is CRB checked and Anti-Terrorist Checked by the Ministry of Defence; these checks are valid until April 2014.

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc Biology (London University)
  • Member of the Institute of IT Training (IITT) – (TAP certified)
  • Microsoft Registered Partner
  • Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist – Managing Projects with Microsoft Project 2007

Away from work, Gordon frequently races in triathlons and marathons around the world, including the famous Ironman challenge. Other qualifications include:

  • Sports Massage Therapy Certificate - Federation of Holistic Therapists
  • Gym Instructor - YMCA
  • Johnny G Spinning Instructor

Gordon's clients include:

  • Abcam plc
  • Kier Group
  • US Air Force
  • Royal Haskoning
  • FinnForest
  • Johnson Matthey
  • Cambridge Consultants
  • Ecolab
  • Amgen

Core Competencies

It - Information Technology

★ 36+ years experience

Gordon provides IT training and consultancy services, including development projects and documentation, with expertise in various software applications, such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

He has over 21 years of experience in the field, working with clients from diverse industry sectors.

Project Management

★ 30+ years experience

Gordon is a skilled project management professional, holding a Microsoft Certified Technical Specialist certification in Managing Projects with Microsoft Project 2007.

He utilizes his expertise to deliver tailored training sessions, focusing on effective project management techniques and best practices.