WHO WE ARE

We’re a software development company
that puts people at the heart
Of course, we’re obsessed with cutting-edge technology but it’s how much we care about people that sets us apart. Whether that’s looking after our clients, our staff or the next generation of tech talent, we know that exceptional software development is only possible with exceptional teamwork.
If you need help extending your team, building your big idea or application support, we offer a better way to do software.
MEET THE TEAM
that puts people at the heart
Of course, we’re obsessed with cutting-edge technology but it’s how much we care about people that sets us apart. Whether that’s looking after our clients, our staff or the next generation of tech talent, we know that exceptional software development is only possible with exceptional teamwork.
If you need help extending your team, building your big idea or application support, we offer a better way to do software.
MEET THE TEAM
Paul Brennan
Chairman
Paul has held numerous Executive Chair and CEO roles at private and publicly owned companies, with a particular focus on growing early-stage businesses into global and US markets.

He is currently Chair of Sunlight.io, Talmix, Cyan Forensics, and OnApp. He was Chair at the platform software provider JHC before their sale to the global financial technology company FNZ and he was the Senior Independent Director at Relayware through their merger with Zift in the US.
Vlad Nanu
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Before moving to Bristol in 2007, Vlad led software teams at firms in Moldova and Silicon Valley. In 2009, he co-founded Amdaris. Seven years later, he took on the role of co-CEO alongside Andy Rogers.

Vlad uses his 15+ years of expertise in nearshore operations and management to deliver large-scale software programs. His focus is on successful delivery, client satisfaction and company profitability. He is passionate about CSR and doing the right thing for the communities of which Amdaris is part.
Andy Rogers
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Andy started his career at a digital web agency before co-founding Amdaris in 2009. Since taking the reins as co-CEO alongside Vlad Nanu in 2016, Andy has drawn on his 15+ year career in management to lead an exciting growth phase for Amdaris. He spearheaded the revisioning and rebranding of the business, helping to establish Amdaris as one of the fastest-growing software development companies in the UK.
Alex Garfitt
Non-executive Director
Alex is one of Amdaris’ Non-Executive Directors. He also sits on the boards of several other technology and consumer brand businesses backed by BGF, including DevOps Group, SLG, Ruroc and Off-Piste Wines.

Prior to working with BGF, Alex spent five years at KPMG in its Corporate Finance Team.
Jamie Gibson
Chief Financial Officer
Jamie is Amdaris’ Chief Financial Officer. Jamie's focus is on developing and implementing Amdaris' financial strategies so that the business can achieve its ambitions. Jamie leads Amdaris’ global finance teams, overseeing the strategic financial planning and corporate fundraising needed to drive profitable long-term growth.

His career includes time at companies such as Capita, SunGard, IPWireless and Cramer.
Sarah Smyth
Company Secretary
Sarah is Amdaris’ Company Secretary and Group Accountant. She supports the co-CEOs and Chief Financial Officer with the financial management of Amdaris’ UK operations and the coordination of financial information across all group companies. Previous companies Sarah has worked at include Serco and Avarto Finance.
Dominic Bridgman
Chief Commercial Officer
Dominic is Amdaris’ Chief Commercial Officer. His main responsibilities include leading the Sales and Customer Success Teams. Dominic’s continuous focus is to plan, develop and implement commercial strategies that focus on maximising sustainable growth and creating the most valuable solutions possible for Amdaris’ clients. He plays an integral role in the development of go-to-market strategies and is an expert in the markets Amdaris operates in.

Prior to joining Amdaris, Dominic spent over twenty years leading Sales and Delivery Teams at organisations such as IBM, Informatica and Trillium Software.
Mihai Cernei
Chief Technology Officer
Mihai is Amdaris’ Chief Technology Officer. He is responsible for determining the company’s strategies for technological development and ensuring all technologies within projects are used efficiently, profitably and securely. Mihai also drives the discovery and implementation of new technologies and services that will help evolve Amdaris’ offer to its clients.

Mihai’s previous experience includes working in sectors such as peer-to-peer payment, construction and investment management. He holds a PhD in Physics.
Matt Lee
Chief Delivery Officer
Matt is Amdaris’ Chief Delivery Officer. He is responsible for the successful delivery of all Consulting, Agile and Managed Service engagements delivered by Amdaris. Matt drives delivery excellence by ensuring that client engagement and satisfaction is always at the forefront of everything Amdaris does.

Matt has over 20 years of experience developing and managing complex, cutting-edge IT systems for organisations such as IPL and Civica.
Glyn Blaize
Chief Operations Officer
Glyn Blaize was appointed as Amdaris’ Chief Operating Officer in 2021. He joined Amdaris from Northstar Innovation Group, a business improvement and analytics company he founded in 2015.

Glyn has held an impressive number of director roles over his career, including Commercial Director, Sales Director and Operations Director at growing SMEs, and Managing Director at Addocura.
Anna Grier
Centre Director, Romania
Anna is the Centre Director of Amdaris Romania. She is responsible for defining, implementing and maintaining appropriate operating standards and principles across Amdaris Romania. She is also responsible for managing and supporting operational business functions including HR, Marketing and Finance.

Her previous sector experience includes energy, recruitment and network technology.
Petru Haheu
Centre Director, Moldova
Petru is the Centre Director of Amdaris Moldova. He is responsible for defining, implementing and maintaining appropriate operating standards and principles across Amdaris Moldova.

He is also responsible for managing and supporting operational business functions including HR, Marketing and Finance. Prior to his eleven years with Amdaris, Petru worked in the charity sector.
Olga Snegur
Centre Director, Ukraine
Olga is the Centre Director of Amdaris Ukraine. Olga has international experience across various industries. She is not afraid to take risks and is passionate about her work.

Olga joined Amdaris in 2020, starting off as an IT Recruiter before being offered the opportunity to open the Odesa office and become Centre Director.
Vesela Nikolova
Centre Director, Bulgaria
Vesela is the Centre Director of Amdaris Bulgaria. Vesela has business management and founding experience in various international start-ups and consulting NGOs. She also has experience working in education as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Maastricht and as a mentor in a Business Idea Accelerator.

Vesela is passionate about sustainable social initiatives that strive to support the health and well-being of both people and the planet.

OUR APPROACH

Proven effective processes

We practice a detailed and established agile methodology. It allows us to deliver on projects in a timely manner without compromising on quality.

We are a 10-year Microsoft Gold-Certified Partner and have an internationally recognised certification ISO 27001. As such, you can be rest-assured of the security of your data.


BENEFITS OF NEARSHORE

Closing the skills gap

There is an evident skills gap in the UK technology space, which is unable to keep up with the plethora of software solution ideas being born.

Our nearshore services offer company culture parallel to your own, proficiency in English and a similar time zone. Equally, our exceptional software teams possess unique and desirable skillsets, which power the success of every project.


ENSURING SUCCESS

Our duty to excel

Technology is evolving at a fast pace. This is both exciting and daunting for anyone delving into the realms of software development.

We want to ensure every client feels confident. The Amdaris Project Health Index (APHI) allows us to minimise risk, ensuring the delivery, scalability and security of every project. It is a simple questionnaire audit which is reviewed at key stages in a project, allowing for continuous improvement, reassurance and satisfaction.