Our Team
With a satellite office based in Nottingham and team members in both the Midlands and the South of England, Astell Solutions serve both UK and international clients alike. With our trusted partners we have dynamic teams who stay at the forefront of technology
OUR TEAM
Our Team
Matthew Collins
Managing Director
Matthew has been in business for over 33 years via his own companies and was also a director of one of the top 10 blockchain development and consultancy businesses in the world for over 7 years where he oversaw the UK & European operation. He has a history of working with clients from SME’s to worldwide brands such as British Airways Holidays, his approach has always contained a strong client focus and relationship management mantra and always aims to oversee a project with an advisory approach. He has worked with clients in many sectors such as fintech, financial services, legal, travel, healthcare, leisure, food service, motor, charities & retail, he also has a long history of developing business relationships overseas including mainland Europe and Asia. Matthew retains an excellent record of delivering the right results to clients both local, national and international and is well placed to help clients achieve both project goals and aspirations.
Interests: Golf (pretty poor standard!), Wine (pretty good consumption record!), Rugby (now very much an armchair approach!) and Cooking (plus consuming!)
Winn is an Executive Director level, technology leader and professional, specialising in the financial, professional services and creative industries delivering his expertise through them. He specialises in building and scaling teams and monetising propositions especially through new products and emerging technology by combining his deep experience of emerging technology, innovation and sector expertise. His experience spans large consulting firms, banks, insurance companies and fintechs. He is a people person first.
Interests: Keen cyclist, runner, swimmer, and general sports fan. Meeting new people, and discussing new ideas!
Winn Faria
AI & Technology Lead
Ian Pownall
Head of Sales
I drink coffee, ask questions, and connect people with the right resources, opportunities, and solutions. I believe that sales is not about pushing products or services, but about building relationships and solving problems. I have two boys, one is called Leo and is of the human kind and the other is Raff and he is of the crazy canine kind. I have been incredibly, joyously, married for almost two decades to Katie who tirelessly tolerates me and all my quirks.
Interests: I love networking, I love all things “woo woo” about sales psychology, people with interesting stories to tell, businesses that make a difference or solve cool problems, these are my people.
Lucie has a passion for great service to clients and partners alike, she has a long history in the hospitality sector where she reached senior management level and honed her skills in customer care. Lucie remains dedicated to supporting the requirements of a client and their project, and she is passionate about providing only the best in customer care. With a wide knowledge of website & graphic design plus a technical approach, she enjoys managing projects from start to finish.
Interests: Tech, Law, Netball and Music Festivals
Lucie Collins
Lead Account Manager