Meet the Team
The team at the Digital Accessibility Centre (DAC) possess extensive experience in the realm of accessibility. Each member brings specialised knowledge and skills.
Our testing team is comprised of individuals with disabilities, providing unique insight and a profound understanding of the true nature of accessibility in media. We invite you to visit us and learn more about what we do and how we test with Assistive Technologies.
Co-founders & Directors
Our leadership team brings decades of combined experience in accessibility and digital inclusion.
Gavin Evans
Co-founder and Director
Responsible for Accessibility training and consultancy relating to Web and Mobile accessibility, helping organisations achieve Digital Inclusion, Gavin has been in the field of accessibility for over 20 years, and is a former invited expert at the W3C's Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Working Group in the creation of WCAG 2.1.
His focus is ensuring that organisations provide accessible platforms for people with access issues, whether it be internal applications or external facing websites, mobile offerings, Gaming or Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) user interfaces.
Expertise
- WCAG 2.2 Guidelines
- Mobile Web Best Practices
- Accessibility Training
- Usability Testing
Experience
- 20+ years in accessibility
- Global Consultancy
- Technical Evaluation
- Assistive Technology
Cam Nicholl
Co-founder and Director
Cam has worked in the accessibility field for over 20 years and is a highly professional, motivated, innovative individual, whose passion for accessibility is widely acknowledged and respected in the field.
Cam has built solid working relationships with many large organisations in both the corporate and public sectors in the UK, and has been working from a global platform, servicing sales from the United States, Australia, France, and Belgium.
Expertise
- Assistive Software
- WCAG 2.0 Guidelines
- International Legislation
- Global Consultancy
Experience
- 20+ years in accessibility
- Corporate and Public sectors
- International clients
- Business development
Sales Team
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Craig
Sales and Service Development Manager
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Adam
Sales and Service Development Colleague
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Robbie
Sales and Service Development Colleague
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Technical Auditor Team
Our technical team brings deep expertise in assistive technologies, automated tools, and accessibility auditing.
Deborah
Technical Auditor Manager
Deborah joined the DAC in 2012 after completing a degree in Web Management. The final project that Deborah worked on was centred around accessibility and this is where her interest in the topic, and the people that the considerations help, came from.
Deborah heads up the Technical Auditing team and is responsible for training any new auditors that join us.
Working with auditors to finalise reports and check for solutions before sending them on to clients, Deborah enjoys the challenge of looking into problem code and helping to find solutions that meet WCAG requirements.
Mark
Senior Technical Auditor
Mark joined the Digital Accessibility Centre in August 2019 and has over seven years' experience in Digital Accessibility. He leads end-to-end WCAG accessibility audits, delivers technical consultancy, and works closely with development teams to implement practical, effective accessibility solutions.
Mark has extensive experience assessing websites, web applications, and digital documents against accessibility standards and is proficient in a wide range of Assistive Technologies. He helps organisations understand accessibility requirements and translates technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations that support inclusive digital experiences.
Sarah
Senior Technical Auditor
Sarah is a Senior Technical Auditor at DAC with over six years' experience helping organisations improve the accessibility of their digital products and services. She leads end-to-end WCAG accessibility audits, delivers technical consultancy, and supports development teams in implementing effective accessibility solutions.
Prior to specialising in accessibility, Sarah worked in software engineering, data analysis, and mathematics education. This diverse background provides her with a strong technical foundation and a practical understanding of how accessibility requirements translate into real-world design and development decisions.
Sarah is currently completing a part-time PhD at Cardiff University, where she researches bias and fairness in Artificial Intelligence systems.
Mobile Auditor Team
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Geraint
Technical Auditor
Geraint has worked in the accessibility field for the last 17 years and is very experienced in using many different types of assistive technologies and automated tools.
- 17+ years accessibility experience
- Assistive technology expert
- WCAG 2.2 specialist
- Training and consultancy
Lee
Technical Reviewer
Lee is an experienced keyboard-only user and is proficient with JAWS, Dragon and ZoomText. He has worked in the accessibility field for 15 years.
- 15+ years accessibility experience
- Keyboard-only user expert
- JAWS, Dragon, ZoomText specialist
- Quality checking and reporting
Senior Accessibility Analysts
Our team of disabled testers bring unique insights and real-world experience to every accessibility assessment.
Ziad
Low Vision Analyst
Brand ambassador
Ziad is a trained ZoomText analyst providing essential testing analysis on client websites both private and governmental. He lost his sight suddenly in 2009 and has only five percent blurred vision left in his right eye.
His drive and passion about his work, and the positive effect it eventually has on individuals, led to him becoming the Brand Ambassador for the DAC.
He has travelled the UK and represented our company by sharing his experience of sight loss and the independence that advances in technology and Digital Accessibility has given him.
Specialisation
- Low Vision testing
- ZoomText specialist
- Magnification software
- Public Speaking
Siân
Keyboard and Voice Activation Analyst
Brand ambassador
As a full-time wheelchair user with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, which affects her whole body, Siân has extensive experience in voice activation, keyboard accessibility, mobile AssistiveTouch testing, and carrying out complex internal and security-restricted audits.
She enjoys tackling complex challenges, delivering client demonstrations, and helping organisations better understand the experiences of disabled users.
Outside of work, Siân loves travelling, crocheting, and spending time with friends and family.
Specialisation
- Voice Activation testing
- Dragon Naturally Speaking
- Keyboard-Only navigation
- Mobility accessibility
Mike J
Senior Screen Reader Analyst
Mike Jones is a senior Screen Reader Analyst. He has been using screen reading software for over 30 years. Mike tests websites and applications using different screen readers on various platforms.
Bex
Senior Voice Activation and Keyboard Analyst
Bex is an expert Voice Activation analyst. She tests websites using voice activation software called Dragon Naturally Speaking. This means that Bex can use the computer through voice commands.
Bex has a BA (Hons) in Education Studies and Social Inclusion and has recently completed a PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) course in online teaching. Bex is a wheelchair user with limited mobility in her upper limbs.
Mike T
Senior Screen Reader Analyst and Trainer
Mike is an experienced screen reader user, who has been using all available Assistive Technology software for the last 30 years. Mike tests using a variety of screen readers including JAWS, NVDA, TalkBack, and VoiceOver on websites and apps.
Mike delivers training and presentations on behalf of DAC, and brings a real-life experience to the training he delivers. Mike has been blind since birth, and prior to working in accessibility he completed a post graduate teacher training course at Swansea Metropolitan University.
Alex
Senior Cognitive Analyst
Alex joined the team in 2022 and is a Senior Cognitive Analyst. She enjoys digging into more difficult and internal security restricted audits.
Alex is an advocate for expanding the cognitive side of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and enjoys delivering client demonstrations.
As a person with autism, ADHD, and anxiety, Alex brings the lived experience, as well as a professional expertise to her work, sharing her knowledge to help organisations better understand how neurodivergent people may be affected by inaccessible websites and apps.
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Support Team
Our supporting team members bring diverse skills and experiences to ensure smooth operations and comprehensive accessibility testing.
Joe
Accessibility Team Support Leader
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James
Accessibility Team Support Officer
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Ryan
Accessibility Team Support Officer
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Key Team Members
Our projects are anchored by our cross-functional specialists with a proven track record in driving our client-centric processes, alongside technical expertise in compliance with WCAG accessibility standards.
Linn
Finance Manager
Linn joined the company in February 2012 as Office Manager and is now responsible for DAC's Finances. Linn has 24 years' experience in an accountancy environment.
Georgina
Accessibility Team Support Manager
Sales and Service Development Liaison
Georgina joined the Digital Accessibility Centre in August 2020 and as part of the Sales and Service Development team at DAC, she works closely with clients to support their accessibility needs.
This involves meeting with clients to discuss accessibility requirements, advising on appropriate audit approaches, and producing detailed costings and timelines for scheduled accessibility testing.
She oversees the coordination of projects from planning through to delivery.
In addition to sales responsibilities, Georgina supports the management of DAC's Technical Support team alongside the Operations Manager.
Andrew
Development Manager
Andrew has 25 years' experience in IT including IT Support, Network Administration and Software Engineering. He experiences Tritanopia (Colour Deficiency), auditory dyslexia and is losing his vision due to diabetes.
- 25+ years IT experience
- Software engineering background
- Personal accessibility experience
- Technical auditing expertise
Gemma
Human Resources Manager
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Holly
Operations Manager
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Accessibility First
Our team culture is built on the principle that accessibility should be central to every digital experience.
Our testing team includes people with disabilities who bring specialised knowledge, practical skills, and first-hand insight to every project.
By working with team members who have varied disabilities, we gain a deeper understanding of accessibility barriers and can provide more meaningful insights into how digital media works for real users.
Diverse Perspectives
Team members with various disabilities bring real-world experience.
Expert Knowledge
Combined decades of accessibility experience and expertise.
Ready to Work With Our Expert Team?
Our team of accessibility specialists, user testers with disabilities, and technical auditors is ready to help you create truly accessible digital experiences.
Contact us to learn more about our comprehensive testing services.