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Michael Venner

With over 20 years of experience in aerospace certification, auditing, and quality management systems, I bring a unique blend of technical expertise and business insight to the table. I hold an Aerospace Engineering degree and have led organisations like IMS International, where I served as CEO and built a global certification body.

Now, as CEO of Auva Certification, I’m committed to delivering more than just certifications—helping businesses navigate standards like AS9100, ISO 9001, and more with simplicity, value, and results.

Throughout my career, I’ve supported businesses in overcoming the challenges of certification, ensuring it adds real value rather than becoming a burden. I also share insights as a thought leader, publishing advisory articles in Aerospace Manufacturing Magazine and more. Whether auditing, consulting, or speaking, I aim to inspire confidence and trust, helping organizations thrive in a competitive landscape.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelvenner-isocertificationexpert/

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Alex Holford

Graduating from 2 university degrees I have now qualified as a Lead Auditor for: 
ISO 9001: 2015
ISO 14001: 2015 (Environmental)
ISO 27001: 2022 (Information Security)
I also hold the qualification of the NEBOSH General Certification Health and Safety. 

This is further supported by extensive AS9100 (Aerospace) auditing and consultancy. I have a wide base of experience in many industries. Such industry experience includes medical, aerospace, fire safety, automotive, MoD supply chain, and distribution. 

Meanwhile as I continue to consult with managers and businesses in the maintenance, audit, and improvement of their systems i will further work towards gaining the diploma level certification.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-holford-pcqi-564414240/

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Katie Matthews-Furphy

Katie is a 32-year-old, multi-award-winning disabled entrepreneur, educator, speaker, trauma-informed practitioner, and global mental health trainer. Katie has 15 years lived/living experience with mental illness, with eclectic passions including supporting other’s mental health, inclusive entrepreneurship, female leadership, community development, growth mindset development and supporting young people. Katie established her first business aged 23 after graduating from Queen’s University Belfast and has since founded four businesses and two voluntary organisations. She is the founder of The Mind Tribe UK and has recently launched The Inclusify Project. She spent 4 years as an Independent Member of the ABC Area Policing Community Safety Partnership, is a member of the UK’s All-Party Parliamentary Group for Disability and is the delivery partner for Belfast City Council’s Inclusive Enterprise Pathway.

https://themindtribeuk.podia.com/

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Robert Clements

Proud to be part of the fantastic Team at Clemark Group running Assent Risk Management, Lorators™️, Assurco™️ and other professional services for organisations of all types and sizes. Our capabilities include:
Core standards ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001;
Subject specialist standards such as ISO 50001, ISO 27701, SOC 2, TISAX, ISO 14064, ISO 14067, ISO 13485.


Industry specialist standards such as ISO 20252, ISO 17100, ISO 18587, ISO 18841, IATF 16949, AS 9100, BS EN 1090; FSC CoC, Lexcel;

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-clements-6a9a8b10/

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