Interview with Gareth Bullen, director of Inspire Academy
Gareth Bullen is the director of Inspire Academy which is part of Northern Gas Network. NGN has 2400 staff and delivers gas to 2.7 million homes in the north east, northern Cumbria and a large part of Yorkshire.
As well as distributing gas, NGS are also responsible for sorting out gas escapes and installing pipes.
Although Gareth is based just down the road at Thorpe Park, Leeds, he likes go off-site when holding training sessions and meetings as he believes they are more productive.
So when invited to look round Carrwood Park two years ago, Gareth didn’t hesitate and was so impressed, he hasn’t look back since, regularly hosting meetings for between five and 120 people.
“Carrwood Park is a wonderful environment and a perfect location for bringing staff together.
Not only are the facilities great but all the offices and meeting rooms are beautifully spacious, light and airy.
The staff are superb – nothing is too much trouble. They really understand our needs and you never have to ask for anything twice. Holding meetings at Carrwood Park really is stress free – the meeting rooms are always set out correctly and we have use of the latest technology. As for the catering, this is always superb.
Another reason I enjoy hosting meetings at Carrwood Park, is the fact it is a very flexible venue. Sometimes I run very early morning sessions while at other times, the sessions can run late into the night. But the team are always so accommodating and there is never an issue if meetings overrun.
Because of the relationship I have with Carrwood Park, I consider myself in partnership with them. They really understand what I need as a business and are both reactive as well as proactive.
We have also enjoyed the lovely green space that makes up part of Carrwood Park by hosting staff BBQs – Carrwood Park really is a great environment.
I would recommend Carrwood Park to anybody – not only is it excellent value for money but it is also a first rate facility. Far better than using a hotel.”