Much travelled commencing with RAF service in Mediterranean and Far East. Continued in civilian life working in Asia, America and Europe, surviving the Tsunami in 2004. Held senior positions in multinational conglomerates and with many small companies. Mainly marketing but had late career change to support people with mental health issues. Have raised considerable amounts for charities as a volunteer and also professionally. Wide sporting experience includes assisting in coaching England Paralympic Boccia team, qualified cricket umpire, bowls coach and working with people with disabilities. No ‘shrinking violet’ I have lunched with the Governor of Sarawak, made a sales pitch to the Archbishop of Cyprus and drank lager with a past Prime Minster.