Meet the Team
- It’s all about the people here at Optimus HQ.
Say hello to a few of the Optimus crew
Blake Henegan
Director
Blake has almost 20 years of experience in the learning and development space, specialising in supporting companies optimise their L&D with managed learning services. Blake is CIPD qualified, passionate about lifelong learning and helping companies boost their L&D capacity.
Favourite cake/biccie:
I'd go for a chocolate bourbon any day.Current reading list:
A masterclass to chess, Shanks, yanks and Jurgen, The diary of a CEO.
Laura
Client Learning Partner
What a fabulous addition to the team! With a background in hospitality, event management and procurement, Laura brings all of the best bits of her experience to her role here. We're also super proud that Laura is now CIPS qualified.
Favourite cake/biccie:
Has to be red velvet cake!Current reading list:
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince and Demon Copperhead by Barbara KingsolverVicky
Service Delivery Manager
Vicky comes from a training background for a large aviation company and brings incredible value to the team. Vicky is our training management systems specialist and develops learning portals for our clients with precision and excellence.
Favourite cake/biccie:
Homemade chocolate brownie!Current reading list:
Harper Lee to Kill a Mockingbird and Soldier Spy by Tom MarcusJasmin
Client Learning Partner
Jasmin brings so much to the Optimus team following her background in similar roles, including at the NHS. Jasmin has meticulous attention for detail for everything she's involved in and is a valued member of the team.
Favourite cake/biccie:
Chocolate cake is the best!Current reading list:
Anything by Colleen Hoover!Kate
Marketing and Communications
With almost 20 years of marketing communications experience, Kate loves to tell everyone our 'why'- To empower organisations to focus on learning, not logistics.
Favourite cake/biccie:
A nice chocolate tiffin!Current reading list:
Punch needle home decor, Rough Guide to Spain.Kelly
Supplier Manager
Kelly joins us with a strong background in procurement and business support. With experience in supplier negotiations, contract management and driving cost efficiencies, she’s focused on delivering value and building strong supplier relationships to support our clients and team.
Favourite cake/biccie:
Cherry bakewell tartsCurrent reading list:
Next holiday book is Frankenstein (1818 text), Mary Shelley.Shelby
Service Delivery Administrator
Shelby brings extensive administrative, customer-facing and operational experience, with strong organisational and multitasking skills. Her upbeat, engaging approach helps her build rapport quickly, and she’s already settling in brilliantly while contributing confidently to our service delivery team.
Favourite cake/biccie:
My favourite cake is a Red Velvet!Current reading/listening list:
I love listening to anything Oliva Dean or even Country music and I'm currently reading Atomic Habits and The Power of Now.
Our team includes professionals holding CIPD qualifications in Learning & Development and CIPS qualifications in procurement, reflecting our expertise in HR, learning and development, governance and supplier management across complex training operations.
Benefits of working with us
Benefits of working with us
- Tailored, high-quality training aligned to employee needs
- Scalable, efficient processes that save your team time
- Expertise in all business training areas: IT & technology, management & leadership, health & safety and personal development.
- Proven cost savings across your L&D budget
- Full compliance visibility with built-in tracking and reporting
Who trusts us
Who trusts us
“Partnering with Optimus has made a huge difference to our organisation and employees.”
