As a historic homeowner with an education in engineering, Rich documented the restoration of his own property through Instagram & Tiktok (@sympathetic_restoration). He grew a following of nearly ¼ million individuals interested in understanding the ‘why’ behind old buildings and how they work. Rich founded Expertible as a convenient, cost-effective and empowering way for homeowners to connect with vetted experts who can help guide them on their unique property challenges.

Rich is also the co-host of the “Talking Conservation” Podcast

Charlie’s passion for technology and problem-solving began with a Computer Systems Engineering degree from Warwick University. He subsequently spent 16 years as an Electrical and Mechanical Engineer in the Army, serving worldwide, including in Iraq and Afghanistan, with a focus on leading large-scale military operations. After leaving the military, Charlie supported the UK government’s National COVID Response Centre in his role as Head of Operations.  A junior partner in terms of historic home experience, he has however navigated the challenges of renovating his 1930s London semi, embracing the highs and lows of preserving its charm.

Stephen has spent over 40 years as a Chartered Surveyor, with much of that time dealing with historic buildings. Over the years Stephen has been involved with accreditation of professionals involved in building conservation and brings that experience to assisting in the assessment of advisors on this platform. His aim is to try to ensure that those using the platform are in a “safe pair of hands”.

Stephen is the other co-host of “Talking Conservation” Podcast

Gurps has experience working in technology for nearly 20 years with a focus of developing applications, software engineering, AI, 5g, and more recently immersive technologies. Gurps has experience working with Product solutions in XR – machine vision, AI, GIS systems, and wearable technologies. He has a passion for taking ideas from a Proof of Concept, Minimum Viable Product to fully scalable solutions.

A+M Studio is a digital and web design agency founded by Angel White and Miles Jacob. Having both founded their own startups, both in tech, they have learnt first hand the importance of good design and branding. Having worked with businesses across the globe in a complete variety of industries they know how to design websites that drive real impact.

Scott has a passion for old buildings and has done from an early age. He has 10 years experience of surveying historic and listed buildings having surveyed a range of different buildings throughout his career; from castles to Georgian cottages, from large stately homes to old timber framed barns and from museums to small basement flats.

Scott also specialises in damp and timber decay issues and has undertaken thousands of damp surveys, not once did he ever recommend a chemically injected damp proof course!

With 25 years experience in the conservation and restoration industry, a Msc in Architecture: Advanced Environmental and Energy studies, Master Plasterer status, and FIS 2023 Mentor of the Year, Ben has a wealth of knowledge to share.

Ben is the lead tutor at carringtonLIME Heritage Skills Training where he teaches people how to lime plastering and lime point as well leading on the teaching of a range of recognised qualifications in understanding traditional construction.

He was awarded 2023 Mentor of the Year by the FIS & Plaisterers Guild Training Awards, awarded Master Plasterer and is a member of the SPAB Technical Committee

Charlotte has 20 years of heritage experience, knowledge and understanding, policy and practice, and is a full member of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC).

Charlotte worked as an archaeologist at Sandwell Borough Council for 5 years then relocated to Gloucester City Council and worked as Principal Conservation Officer for 13.5 years leaving in November 2021 to concentrate on Inspire Heritage Services in a full-time capacity.

Across both roles Charlotte collaborates closely with stakeholders such as Historic England, Architectural Heritage Fund, National Heritage Lottery Fund, and local and national amenity societies.

Alex is an experienced architect who has lived and worked in Bath for nearly 30 years. After running a successful local practice he retrained, first as a Passivhaus Designer, then as a L5 PAS 2035 Retrofit Coordinator. Wanting to make a more positive impact, he now undertakes energy efficiency and retrofit advice for domestic and commercial clients in his new practice Chapter 2 Architects.

His past project experience includes work for public and private sector clients covering education, offices, rail, healthcare, industrial, retail and residential. He has worked on a range of Listed Buildings and is an RIBA Conservation Registrant, plus an RIBA Client Adviser.

Tiffany is a professional heritage consultant and archaeologist with over a decade’s experience working in the historic environment sector.

She is a fully accredited member of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (MCIfA) and the Institute for the Conservation of Historic Buildings (IHBC) at their highest level, as well as serving as a Trustee of The Victorian Society.