
Meet the Team

Meet the team driving the South West CTEC Programme forward

Richard Brine
Programme Manager
Highly experienced in strategic project delivery, Richard has oversight of the development of the South West CTEC programme ensuring full alignment with the Department for Education’s priorities.

Dave O’Connor
Executive Head of Construction
Ex-industry construction expert and Chair of the South West British Association of Construction Heads, Dave brings invaluable construction skills knowledge to the programme.

Samantha Wilson
Group Director of Apprenticeships
With over 20 years of experience in oversight of apprenticeship education, Sam’s strategic vision has driven huge growth in the number and quality of apprenticeships available for the students in the South West.

Ross Morshead
Director of Curriculum
Responsible of the shaping of curriculum strategy across Exeter College, Ross ensures our curriculum is innovative and responsive to sector priorities and skills need.

Luke Moss
Skills & Employers Manager
Project managing multiple employer-based initiative such as GSAP and Building Greater Exeter, Luke develops impactful relationships with our employer stakeholders, aligning project delivery with local industry.

Sam Harrod
Deputy Head of Teaching & Learning
Supporting teaching excellence and the development of staff from industry to education, Sam is responsible for a range of pedagogical initiatives that are crucial in the the recruitment and retention of ex-industry staff.

Megan Labelle
Project Operations Lead
Experienced in project delivery and co-ordination, Megan maintains effective operational activity, and project logistics for the South West CTEC programme.

Kylie Featherstone
Marketing & Communications Lead
With a wealth of experience in the marketing industry, Kylie is responsible for driving our high-impact marketing strategy and extending the reach of the South West CTEC programme.