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News from Old Brightonians - 2007
The views and opinions contained within submissions from OB's
posted here do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of the
OBA, Brighton College, or 3B Web Design.
Praveen Agrawal
praveen.agrawal@wfp.org
(S. 1976-80)
posted: 20th December 2007
Small update on myself: Have been working for the United Nations World Food Prgramme (WFP) for the last 18 years and was transferred this year in January to Colombia as the WFP Country Representative. Its great to be back in Latin America where I began my career with the UN - don't believe all the stories on Colombia its a great place.
Andrew Cayley
andrewcayley@gmail.com
(B. 1877-82)
posted: 24th November 2007
After 12 years prosecuting in the international courts in The Hague Andrew returned to private practice in London.
Prior to leaving the International Criminal Court he filed criminal proceedings against a Sudanese government minister for crimes against humanity and war crimes in Darfur.
In August of this year he was instructed by Charles Taylor, the fomer president of Liberia, charged with war crimes and crimes against humanity in his defence before the Special Court for Sierra Leone. Together with Steven Kay QC he is also defending a Croatian general before the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. He nearly managed to see Andrew Kerr in the Midlands this October after over ten years. Next time!
Chris Terrill
Terrillizer@hotmail.com
(A. 1965-70)
posted: 12th November 2007
Recently finished making an 8 part series for ITV called Commando - "On the Front Line". I Wrote a book to go with it and managed to win my own Green Beret with the Royal Marine Commandos.
Faye Clews
(F. 1988-90)
posted: 1st November 2007
Married to Andrew now for 9 yrs. Have 2 children, Alice 12yrs & Sammy 8yrs. I'm a nurse @ York District Hosp, working in acute medical admissions, although not for long, about to convert my degree to Art History & hopefully start teaching in a year or so. Occasionally get down to Brighton, about once a year...
Louise Young (nee Potter)
(F. 1992-84)
posted: 28th October 2007
Married to Jamie in 2003. Have two lovely children - Cameron aged 3 and Amelia aged 6 months. Was working as a primary school teacher in Hassocks but since having Amelia have decided to be a full time mum. Living in Partridge Green near Horsham.
Amanda Bucknill
www.amandabucknill.co.uk
(F. 1992-84)
posted: 18th October 2007
Amanda has just completed a successful show of her sculpture at the Henley Festival.
More of her work can be seen on her website (above).
John Bass
johnb@bearingexchange.com
(S. 1952-59)
posted: 2nd September 2007
Met up with Barry Meckiffe (formerly Crew - also S. 1953-59. We both visited the College yesterday Sept 1st.We had not seen each other since we both left in 1959. We were both somewhat confused as all the Houses are in different places and sadly the Chapel was locked! Does anyone know if the full sized billiard table that used to be in Durnford House has been moved to the new house?
Ben Hamps
thehampsters@hotmail.co.uk
(C. 1988-93)
posted: 27th August 2007
Now working for British Airways as a First Officer based at Heathrow on the 757/767 fleet flying a mixture of shorthaul and longhaul to Europe, Africa and North America. Married Holly Straker on August 11th 2007. OBs present on day: Leo Mckeague (S: 1988-91), John Cusack (C: 1988-91), Andy Lulsegged (S: 1988-91), Chris Collins (S: 1988-93), James Bettle (C: 1988-93). Now living in Reigate, Surrey.
Kim Hudson
kimkhudson@gmail.com
(A/S. 1969-74)
posted: 24th July 2007
After 20 years in South Africa I am returning to England in August where I will initially be based in Shoreham. I am also trying to track down Brian Toplis (S 1968-73) if anyone has news please contact me via email.
Geoff Bailey
geoff.bailey@bayerhealthcare.com
(A. 1972-77)
posted: 17th July 2007
After a spell back in UK am now living and working in Berlin as Head of Global Strategic Marketing for Women's Healthcare at Bayer. A superb city I recommend Berlin to everyone and would be delighted to catch up with any OBs who are visiting.
Paul Forte
paul.forte@btinternet.com
www.orwellpark.co.uk
(A. 1976-81)
posted: 12th July 2007
Recently appointed as Headmaster of Orwell Park School in Suffolk, starting in September 2007.
Patrick Lyford
patrick@lyford.wanadoo.co.uk
(C. 1949-56)
posted: 11th July 2007
Not a great deal (of news) really! Retired from Guinness in 1994 after 36 years in UK, New Zealand, Malaysia and Nigeria. Still living in Buckinghamshire and enjoying the company of my wife, Christine, my son Mark (C. 1982-85) and daughter Tessa and their respective spouses and our three gorgeous grandchildren who all give us a great deal of pleasure!
Rehanna Saheid
rank.brighton@gmail.com
(W. 1997-01 F. 2001-02)
posted: 10th July 2007
Well I am now living in the States. My dad has a daycare here which i am helping to run. I am also engaged and due to get married on the 20th October so I'm busy trying to plan for that. All in all things are going well.
Robin Hill
rank.brighton@gmail.com
(H. 1987-90)
posted: 10th July 2007
Baby daughter, Kitty Blue, born October 16th 2006 in water, at home in Eastbourne. Robin and wife Kerry have been tired but happy ever since.
Duncan Shaw
duncan@lyonsrounsfell.co.uk
(D. 1979-84)
posted: 5th July 2007
Whilst living and working in London in the ‘80’s/early ‘90’s I kept in touch with the Association, in particular playing for the rugby team (John Aiken was propping even then!). Having moved away, got married, and raised 4 girls (and continuing to do so) I have lost touch a little with the College direct whilst keeping some links via the excellent website. My wife and I visited the College during the Whitsun break and for the first time in nearly 2 decades I spent an hour or so wandering the grounds at my leisure, reflecting on happy times (and some less happy!).
Neil Hudson
neil@sevenoaksfs.co.uk
www.huds.co.uk
(S. 1976)
posted: 3rd July 2007
Claire(20), Kirsten(18), Natasha & Rebecca(15) all the result of 22 very happy years with Fiona. Now I know what my parents went through to pay the school fees!!!
For up to date details and photos, please check the website and get in touch if you fancy meeting up for a drink to discuss the merits of private education and the state of english rugby!
Dr Mohamud Verjee
verjeem@gmail.com
www.verjee.com
(S. 1965-69)
posted: 29th Jun 2007
Life has taken another turn in academia as my wife and I now prepare to depart for my new posting in Doha, Qatar. The task ahead is with Weill Cornell Medical College at Qatar (WCMC-Q), at their newest campus. I am charged with the responsibility of leading the Family Medicine Programme by training medical students in their final two years of study. The first graduates will be in 2008. I assume the inaugural position of Director, Primary Care Services. Teaching and research will be the dominant roles with the faculty appointment to Cornell's Department of Medicine. There is an added privilege of practising family medicine in the Qatari community, and extending general practice and primary care. Cornell is the first North American University to award an MD degree outside the USA. Qatar is thriving economically through its large reserves of oil and gas, and has a very strong focus on education. It is also a wonderful place for a holiday although challenging temperatures in the 40+ C range are not uncommon for about three months of the year. One of these days, we must make Commemoration!
David W Blake
david.blake@absamail.co.za
(B. 1952-56)
posted: 29th Jun 2007
Having retired almost four years ago, now engaged in studying energy Storage technologies for a government body. This is part of South Africa's commitment to Renewable and Sustainable Energy use.
Neil Pearlberg
(H. 1970-76)
posted: 15th Jun 2007
Hit the half century... Still enjoying beautiful Santa Cruz CA, surfing everyday, playing football three days a week. Coaching my son's (Quinn) High School Surf Team (see: website)... still possessing fond memories of Brighton College!
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Daniel Baldock
(L. 1987-92)
posted: 13th Jun 2007
Daniel is living in Wellington, New Zealand, with his wife and two children, Ruby & Seamus. He is an Accounts Manager with the wine importing company, Fosters.
Simon Baldock
(L. 1986-89)
posted: 13th Jun 2007
Simon has lived in New Zealand for several years, working as a teacher at the Van Asch School in Christchurch. He is now at Auckland University studying educational psychology.
Chris Harris
christian.harris@freshandeasy.com
(S. 1987-94)
posted: 6th Jun 2007
I am living in LA now and am married to Jaida. We have a son called Pacey Graham who was born 11/06/06. He was two months early and has Downs Syndrome. We have a boxer called Simon and life is very good. I run the Commercial team responsible for Fresh Produce and Horticulture for fresh & easy, Tesco’s venture into the US. I am half way through my MBA at Pepperdine.
Marco Fardelli
markfardelli@yahoo.com
(A. 1990)
posted: 23rd May 2007
Still living in Rome, currently marketing manager for Poste Italiane asset management division, married Roberta in 2003 and Tommaso was born in March 2006. I regularly go back to the UK mainly, London, haven't been to Brighton for a long time. Would be good to hear from anyone really.
George Brenan
(BCJS 1976-81)
posted: 22nd May 2007
George a sculptor, painter, good cook, and proud owner of Elsa, a big shaggy gamboling Burmese Mountain dog, and in his spare time works for Cazenove & Co in the City. He is married to Tammy. On 27th April George and Tammy met for the first time their little boy, Louis...
Andrew Hardwidge
(S. 2001-06)
posted: 30th April 2007
Andrew, who graduated last year from Brighton College with an A grade in A Level Dance, has successfully auditioned and been offered three secured places at the Laban Centre, The Place, home to Richard Alston Dance Company, and most recently Rambert Dance School. These are outstanding achievements, particularly as Andrew auditioned alongside boys from White Lodge and Elmhurst Ballet School. Other College dancers who are currently studying for degrees at vocational dance schools and at university include Emily Thomas (C. 2001-06) at London Studio Centre, Fenella Ryan (C. 2001-06) at Middlesex University, Roxanna Granville (W. 2001-05) at Coventry University and Catriona Lovie (W. 2003-05) who is in her second year at the Laban Centre.
Matt Walters
mechanicalfracture@hotmail.com
www.mechanicalfracture.co.uk
(D. 1977-80)
posted: 18th April 2007
Still as busy as ever with the job that not all ex public schoolboys can boast about: professional human statue!! Working as a statue for Science in Sport, an electrolyte drinks replacement product, used in endurance sports. Something that is linked with me as i am still running stupid distances. Planned for 7 off road marathons, 2 ultra marathons and a few adventure races to boot! Pretty fit, enjoying life and looking forward to catching up with a load of my year... whoever or wherever you are... please get in touch!
Tim Jackson
timjackson86@gmail.com
(H. 1999-04)
posted: 16th April 2007
I have been arranging and writing music for an upcoming West End production of "Kean" by Sartre. Produced by Thelma Holt CBE, directed by Adrian Noble and starring Sir Antony Sher in the title role - It will be playing at the Apollo, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, but is previewing at the Theatre Royal, Brighton 24th-28th April for anyone who is interested?! Most of the cast are RSC-associates and are wunderbar!
full details >>
Caroline Tugwell
Carolineli90@hotmail.com
www.taichungpaws.org
(W. 1991-95)
posted: 12th April 2007
Caroline Tugwell will be marrying Michael Gordon in BC, Canada on July 7th. We met in Taichung, Taiwan and have been dating for a year and a half. We are both English teachers, and Caroline works with an organisation www.taichungpaws.org which helps the large stray animal population in Taiwan.
Roland Foxcroft
(A. 1999-04)
posted: 19th March 2007
Roland is now reading SPS at Churchill has been elected President of the Cambridge Union from June.
Thomas P B Major
(S. 2000-02)
posted: 27th February 2007
Thomas passed the Army Officer Selection Board for a Commission in the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment in November 2006.
James Townsend
(R. 1992-95)
posted: 24th February 2007
I've been living in America since graduating from University (Goldsmiths). I'm a screenwriter and have had a number of TV and feature films produced. I'm planning on moving back to the UK within a few years.
The Reverend Canon Richard N. Stranack
rnstranack@yahoo.co.uk
(H. 1955-59)
posted: 10th January 2007
Having 'retired' from the Parishes of Stratton and Launcells, in North Cornwall, I am currently doing part-time 'House-for-Duty' in the four small Parishes of Duloe, Herodsfoot, Morval and St Pinnock. My wife, Penny, and I hope to retire more completely in 2008. When I was the Parish Priest at Par, Cornwall, some years ago, Tony Lucock [L. 1996-60] lived nearby. His attendance as the top local Photographer raised the tone of many a Wedding! The only other OB I have seen in recent years (apart from my brother David) is a contemporary of mine, John Batty. I did meet two young Brightonians, James and Alex Manzoor, who were attending a family Wedding at Morval last summer.
Tom Freije
(S. 1997-02)
posted: 9th January 2007
Tom got a 2.1 in History and Politics in Oxford where he was made a scholar of his college. He also captained the Oxford boxing team for two years, was awarded his blue and won the British University Championships at middleweight last year. He is currently working for six months for the New York Stock Exchange in London.
Dan Baldock
daniel.baldock@fostersgroup.com
(L. 1987-92)
posted: 5th January 2007
Living in Wellington, New Zealand with Kirstie (the wife)and 2 kids Ruby and Seamus. Working for Fosters Group and enjoying the wine beer etc! Hi to all from 87-92 time hope you are all having fun!!!
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