Meet The Team
Dave Brooks is Executive Chairman at 3B Training. Having set up Bromak Training in 2011, Dave, his partner and Mat Bewley set up 3B to service the training needs of Bromak’s clients, the division grew quickly and became a separate entity in 2014. Dave still holds a hands on role in the business along with Mat Bewley.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Making 3B Number 1
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Employees make a business what it is and we employ some wonderful people. The interactions we have with clients at all levels from individual delegates to company Directors to associate trainers to accrediting bodies are all very important and I have confidence that every one of these interactions will be a positive one based on the people that work at 3B Training.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Building a successful recruitment business over the past 18 years and recently selling it. It’s been hard work whilst also helping build 3B Training, raising three wonderful sons and building a new house, but it’s all been worth it.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
The actor Dominic West, he’s a pretty cool guy and is filming the Crown at the moment playing Prince Charles which I think would be fun; but it’s mainly because he is dating Lily James and I have a bit of a crush on her (my wife knows and has given me a pass for the day)..
Mat is 3B’s Managing Director and joint owner with Dave Brooks. He was instrumental in the creation of 3B Training when he identified a need within the industry for quality health and safety training. Mat is Fit2Fit accredited and often represents 3B by speaking at events and being involved with bodies such as Build UK.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Lead, Inspire, Encourage, Enjoy
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
The privilege and enjoyment I get being able to lead a great bunch
What has been your biggest achievement?
There’s not just one, so……. Having a daughter that continually amazes me, finding a wife that will put up with me and climbing the 3 highest peaks in England, Scotland and Wales.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Probably Alex Honnold on Saturday the 3rd of July 2017. If you don’t know who that is watch Free Solo and no it’s nothing to do with Star Wars!
Rachael is responsible for all Marketing activity across the business. The Marketing department is made up of Marketing, Systems and eLearning teams who work together to ensure the business is well promoted, has a strong eLearning offering, runs efficiently and has a technology-first approach.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Plate spinning organised leader.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
The growth we’ve been through, the future potential and best bunch of employees we could ask for.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Being a Director of a company I’m so passionate about.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Karren Brady – she’s an inspirational businesswoman!
Simon leads the Business Development team at 3B and is based at our Head Office in Wigan. Simon can help with any training enquiry you may have.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Challenging, Supportive, Fast-Paced, Dynamic
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
The team ethic and support for each other is astounding, ive never experienced working at a “nicer” company in all my working years. Genuinely a lovely place to work
What has been your biggest achievement?
Promotion to Head of BD
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Elon Musk
Peter is our Business Development Manager for our Yorkshire centre’s and can help you find the right in-house course for your teams across the region.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Listen, Plan, Solve, Develop
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Working for the best Training Company in the land, with the best team.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Being successful in my new role after COVID.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Marcelo Bielsa – would love to know how his brain works!
Natalie is our Business Development Manager for South Yorkshire and can help you with any in-house training requirements for your team.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Challenging, rewarding, engaging, and insightful.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
A real sense of team. Everyone is happy to offer assistance and support.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Split between taking on 3 stepchildren and working my way up to a Business Development Manager without any GCSE qualifications passed.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
A lady of leisure.
Steph is the Business Development Manager for The Midlands. Steph is based in Tamworth and will help you with any training requirements you have for the Midlands region.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Rewarding, personalised, challenging, partnerships.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Every day is different, stressful, exciting. I love finding solutions to client’s problems. Also, the 3B team are honestly a great bunch of people and are all about the fantastic service we offer.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Overcoming Ovarian Cancer and for being in remission for over 5 years!
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
My dad, sadly he passed away a few years ago. I’d love to give my family the opportunity to spend 1 more day with him.
Ryan is the Business Development Executive based at our Head Office. He can help you with any training requirements you may have for the North West.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Fast-paced, motivating, challenging, everchanging.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
There are so many opportunities to develop your career.
What has been your biggest achievement?
I would say most recently, moving into a completely different role and adapting so quickly.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Dale Vince (industrialist) he’s a real trailblazer in the green energy industry and he also owns a football club (what more could you ask for?
Nicola is our Business Development Manager – North West based at our Head Office in Wigan. If you have any training requirements, please contact Nicola.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Organised, Efficient, Sales, Challenging
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Feels more like family
What has been your biggest achievement?
I have finally found an employer that understands me and my career goals and a career that I enjoy getting up for in the morning
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Jane McDonald – cruising around every corner of the world without having to save up for it
Nicole is a Business Development Executive based at our Head Office. Nicole can help you with any training requirements you may have for the Liverpool and Merseyside areas.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Challenging, competitive, rewarding, and motivational.
What is the best thing about being part of 3B?
Being welcomed by the company so quickly, I felt part of the 3B family immediately.
What has been your biggest achievement?
My biggest achievement would be providing mental support and learning channels to recovery patients and housing vulnerable prison residents.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
I would swap places with my dog, Teddy. He is an adorable fluffy tyrant and I want to get away with even half of what he can.
Nikki Beresford is based at our Head Office in Wigan and leads the Customer Support Team, ensuring customers receive quality service and expectations are met
Describe your role in 4 words:
Maintain and Develop Relationships with Key-Clients.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Office Atmosphere and working with people who are really passionate about their role.
What has been your biggest achievement?
(apart from the usual ‘having kids and grandkids’) my biggest achievement outside of work is purchasing my VW Campervan and having the freedom it has brought me.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
I would love to experience being in space so I would swap with any of the astronauts on the ISS for the day – I have already pre-booked my ticket with Elon Musk for Mars.
Kelly looks after 3B’s national Training Course team. If you have any questions about your upcoming course, come to Kelly.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Varied, rewarding, challenging and collaborative
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
The staff and the feeling of being valued
What has been your biggest achievement?
My promotion and my first baby born later this year
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?:
Someone in Rocky Horror the musical, I loved watching it and would love to actually be in it and have a good voice for a day!
Brittany is based in or Head Office in Wigan. Brittany looks after the quality assurance of the business and works closely with our accrediting and awarding bodies for our NVQs, online learning and classroom courses.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Enjoyable, Interesting, Busy and Ever-Changing!
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
The support and encouragement we receive as employees.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Heading up and making the switch to ePortfolio for our 3B NVQs.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Bindi Irwin – to get to experience animal conservation and the work that goes into it
Rob oversees the departments in the organisation that impact the experience of our learners and makes sure that everyone who attends one of our courses receives consistent and high-quality service.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Ensuring high quality training.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Having a group of colleagues who are both talented and supportive.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Helping to introduce online training to the business which now makes up a big part of what we do.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?:
Elon Musk – I love technology and would love to see new innovations being tested and brought to market.
Mike is responsible for organising and overseeing all marketing activity, developing and executing marketing strategy, driving campaigns aligned with sales activity and developing digital and social to ensuring 3B is recognised as a market leader in the sector.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Communicate, innovate, create, lead.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Working with people who care about what they do.
What has been your biggest achievement?
Being part of renaissance of Liverpool’s cultural scene through the Capital of Culture year 2008. (closely followed by being voted employee of the month in my 4th week at 3B!)
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Pep Lijnders, (Jurgen Klopp’s right hand man.) to really get to experience Klopp’s leadership style!
Michelle is based in our Head Office in Wigan. Michelle is responsible for the company finances and oversees the accounts team. Her team can help with any invoice or payment queries you may have.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Challenging, Collaborative, Supportive, and Rewarding.
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
The people, everyone helps and supports each other.
What has been your biggest achievement?
My daughter, Lily.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Victoria Beckham, to be married to David for a day!
Peter looks after our team of trainers. He is also responsible for developing our course content and ensuring our training is engaging for our delegates.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Guru/Mentor/Problem solver
What’s the best thing about being part of 3B?
Great teamworking atmosphere where everyone is pulling in the same direction.
What has been your biggest achievement?
(personal) bringing up reasonably well-adjusted children. (professionally) training young people to be amongst the best in the world in WorldSkills competitions.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Jeff Bezos on the days he goes into space.
Paul is our Training Delivery Manager for Civils & Utility courses. He delivers industry-recognised training courses to those within the Civil Engineering, Construction, and Utility sectors.
Describe your role in 4 words:
Every day is different.
What is the best thing about being part of 3B?
The company is dedicated to ensuring a great learner experience.
What has been your biggest achievement?
I have written specific training courses and had them accredited by the leading awarding bodies which has shaped the way we do things in the industry.
Who would you most like to swap places with for the day?
Ally McCoist, as he seems to be the commentator for nearly all football matches lately.
