.NET Fundamentals Training Part 2

Posted by Natalie Bailey on May 10, 2013 — No Comments ↓

The second instalment of Chief Executive, Craig Dean’s .NET Fundamentals training has gone live on YouTube! Lunchtime training sessions have been a regular staple of the Webbie week for a few months now, and these videos give you a glimpse into what we’ve been up to. At Web Applications UK, we have a range of Software Engineers from interns, to recent graduates, to experienced developers. There’s also those who know our systems and the latest technologies inside out. These training sessions have been designed to suit all, so that everyone can learn something new and take that away. The latest…

Tagged with: .Net, Craig Dean, training, WAUKCE

The One Oldham Business Awards 2013

Posted by Natalie Bailey on May 2, 2013 — No Comments ↓

The One Oldham Business Awards is entering its fifth year. We have been keen supporters of the awards since the beginning and in 2011, Chief Executive, Craig was externally nominated for and won the Businessman of the Year award. Last year it was Gavin Wheeldon who scooped the prize, but who will it be this year? The 2013 One Oldham Business Awards will take place on the evening of Friday 10th May at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, Oldham. Just one week left to go, the event is fast approaching and we can’t wait to celebrate Oldham’s successful and inspiring businesses.…

Tagged with: Awards, business, Community, Craig Dean, Events, Oldham, society

Introducing our .NET training series

Posted by Natalie Bailey on March 18, 2013 — No Comments ↓

Over the last few weeks, we have been hosting lunchtime training sessions in the state-of-the-art facilities at The Centre of Excellence. Chief Executive, Craig has been covering .NET fundamentals while Technical Director, Lee has been sharing his tips and experiences with SQL. Knowledge sharing is always at the heart of what we do – be it through buddy programming, writing wikis or holding training sessions. As Craig and Lee lead the Web Applications UK team through the development of new software, it is important that knowledge of any new system and the technologies it is based on is passed down…

Tagged with: code, Craig Dean, developing, education, learning, Microsoft, technology, training, WAUKCE

Come dine with Dean

Posted by Natalie Bailey on March 1, 2013 — No Comments ↓

In the second instalment of Dinner with Dean, our Chief Executive, Craig took a different group of Webbies for a meal on Wednesday. This month, the lucky ones were Software Engineer Safder, and industrial placement students Nikki and Ryan. As we had such a lovely meal last time at local Italian restaurant, Fresca we headed back there once again. The food was delicious as ever and with the golden rule of having three courses fully enforced, we enjoyed plenty of it. By the end, we were enjoying the evening so much we even stuck around for coffees! Discussing future careers…

Tagged with: Craig Dean, developers, dinner, Food, meal, Restaurant, Software Engineers, Webbies

Dinner with Dean

Posted by Natalie Bailey on January 17, 2013 — No Comments ↓

Over recent years, Web Applications UK has grown remarkably, and current figures state we are around 90 people strong. As the Webbie family gets bigger, new faces are aplenty around the office. To remain a close team, we have introduced a monthly meal with our Chief Executive, Craig Dean. For the first one, Craig took a bunch of us to Fresca, an Italian restaurant in Delph on Tuesday 15th January. Industrial placement Software Engineers Dalli Bagdi and Ethan French were the chosen ones, along with PA Keeley Singleton and myself – any excuse for a free meal! The food was…

Tagged with: Craig Dean, dinner, meal, social, Team, Webbies

Craig Dean – Local Hero

Posted by Natalie Bailey on January 7, 2013 — No Comments ↓

Chosen for his work with the local community and his passion for education, our Chief Executive Craig Dean was interviewed for 53 Degrees Magazine’s Local Hero feature. Equipped with a dictaphone and a list of probing questions, Jo Preihs began the interview by asking how Craig became part of Web Applications UK. To answer the question, Craig gave a brief overview of his career up until being contracted as a consultant for Web Applications UK. Both Craig and the board at the time decided that what was best for the business was to have Craig join them. Over the course…

Tagged with: business, career, Craig Dean, GMCC, media, training, WAUKCE

The Most Christmassy Christmas Party Ever

Posted by Michelle Green on December 20, 2012 — No Comments ↓

The Web Applications UK Christmas parties are always legendary but this year’s is sure to go down in history as the best party of all time! Hosted at the National Football Museum in Manchester, the night began with a champagne reception and a trip in the diagonal elevator up to have a walk around the museum. When we arrived on the first floor, we were greeted with a festive brass band ensemble who played a range of Christmas songs to get everyone into the spirit. Being on the first floor allowed us to see our amazing area for the evening,…

Tagged with: Christmas, Christmas party, Craig Dean, Prizes, Team, Webbie Awards

British Chamber Awards 2012

Posted by Natalie Bailey on December 7, 2012 — No Comments ↓

Guildhall, London has been host to some significant events for notable guests such as the British Olympic Association and various royal families. As the British Chamber Awards were held there on Thursday 29th December, we were in awe of this incredible venue. Back at the beginning of October, Craig was announced as North West Entrepreneur of the Year by the Chamber Awards and therefore shortlisted for the national award. As the anticipation began to build, Craig’s category came up… but he unfortunately didn’t win. Nevertheless, we are still so proud of his achievement of winning the North West award as…

Tagged with: Awards, BCC, business, Ceremony, chamber, Craig Dean, GMCC, Guildhall, London

Craig Dean – Star of Decision Makers TV

Posted by Michelle Green on November 27, 2012 — No Comments ↓

In early October, our Chief Executive Craig Dean travelled to London to film for Decision Makers TV. In association with the World Travel Market, they produce weekly videos featuring the most influential people in the travel industry today. Decision Makers TV emphasise that only film the key players in the market, so it was a real honour for Craig to represent Web Applications UK. Interviewed by Micaela Juarez, Craig was asked a range of questions about himself, Web Applications UK and the general trends and challenges within the travel technology industry. The interview has been split up into 6 videos,…

Tagged with: Craig Dean, future, London, media, technology, Travel, TV

Excitement is Building For The BCC Awards 2012

Posted by Michelle Green on November 22, 2012 — No Comments ↓

Sponsored by the likes of The Royal Bank of Scotland, BT and Dell, the British Chamber of Commerce Awards aims to recognise and celebrate business excellence across the UK. Recently, our Chief Executive Craig Dean was awarded the North West Entrepreneur of the Year Award and as a result, he is now in the running for the national prize and will be attending the 9th annual event at Guildhall, London on Thursday 29th November. The Entrepreneur of the Year Award will be given to an individual who has been instrumental in the success of a business. The deliberation will have…

Tagged with: Awards, Craig Dean, Events, GMCC, London