About PPCP – v1
Introduction
Bridging the Digital Divide
As our social and economic landscape change, the skills needed to deal with the complexities of life are also changing. The modern-day workplace is dominated by the digital revolution which now affects the way we work, interact, and communicate with each other. From data mining to web analytics, digital marketing to social media platforms, we must now realise that the skills necessary to get ahead have evolved and in doing so, so must we!
Since 2018, Peoples Place Community Partnerships has exclusively worked with not-for-profit, social enterprise, and community organisations, empowering them and the local residents they serve with sustainable tech solutions. We understand the unique daily pressures third sector organisations face in an ever-increasing digital world. Whether it’s your staff, volunteers, donors, or the individuals you help. reliable IT services and support are fundamental for efficient operations and effective communication.
Peoples Place Community Partnerships also gives back to communities, bridging the digital divide through social action projects that enhance societal inclusion, and unlocking potential through valuable skills, training, and jobs.
Our Team
The Faces at PPCP
Business Operations
Gary Richefond
Managing Director
As a tech industry professional with over 20 years of experience, Gary (Founder & CEO) has undertaken various roles in multinationals across industries such as insurance, finance, and telecommunications. However, his passion for giving back to the community led him to volunteer for a grassroots charity and it was this experience that drove him to subsequently set up PPCP.
As a tech industry professional with over 20 years of experience, Gary (Founder & CEO) has undertaken various roles in multinationals across industries such as insurance, finance, and telecommunications. However, his passion for giving back to the community led him to volunteer for a grassroots charity and it was this experience that drove him to subsequently set up PPCP.
Vijai Patel
Business Support Administrator
“I have been with PPCP since January 2024, honing my expertise across the business, building up my professional acumen. From technical support to student services, or bid coordination, whether you are looking for digital assistance or enquiring about our other services, don’t hesitate to get in touch!“
“I have been with PPCP since January 2024, honing my expertise across the business, building up my professional acumen. From technical support to student services, or bid coordination, whether you are looking for digital assistance or enquiring about our other services, don’t hesitate to get in touch!“
IT Infrastructure Support
Lewis Hughes
Principal Engineer
Lewis has 17 years of experience in the IT industry, spanning the education and digital media sectors, with deep expertise in systems administration and application development. He brings versatile technical skills to deliver effective IT solutions across diverse industries. Through his long standing involvement with PPCP and 21CS, Lewis inspires and mentors the next generation, supporting young people as a dedicated Professional Guidance Mentor (PGM).
Lewis has 17 years of experience in the IT industry, spanning the education and digital media sectors, with deep expertise in systems administration and application development. He brings versatile technical skills to deliver effective IT solutions across diverse industries. Through his long standing involvement with PPCP and 21CS, Lewis inspires and mentors the next generation, supporting young people as a dedicated Professional Guidance Mentor (PGM).
Jose-Gabriel Gomez
Trainee Junior IT Support Technician
“I joined PPCP in October 2025, delivering TTaB sessions as a volunteer initially. I’m gaining practical experience, broadening my understanding of PPCP as a Managed Service Provider, and working towards industry-recognised IT qualifications, including ITS Device Configuration and Management and CompTIA Tech+.”
“I joined PPCP in October 2025, delivering TTaB sessions as a volunteer initially. I’m gaining practical experience, broadening my understanding of PPCP as a Managed Service Provider, and working towards industry-recognised IT qualifications, including ITS Device Configuration and Management and CompTIA Tech+.”
Digital Marketing
Harry Spencer
Trainee Junior Web Developer
“Since joining PPCP in June 2025, I have managed web development and design for both client projects and our own websites. I am passionate about creating thoughtful, effective designs that meet each client’s needs.”
“Since joining PPCP in June 2025, I have managed web development and design for both client projects and our own websites. I am passionate about creating thoughtful, effective designs that meet each client’s needs.”
Professional Guidance Mentors
Willias Chasiya
Operations Analyst
Willias Chasiya is a Chartered Accountant and international supply chain analyst with more than ten years of expertise in finance and operations. As a dedicated mentor, he is recognized as a Microsoft Excel specialist and an accredited Financial Modeler with the Financial Modelling Institute. He excels in data-driven problem solving and has successfully guided numerous students in attaining their Microsoft Excel certification.
Willias Chasiya is a Chartered Accountant and international supply chain analyst with more than ten years of expertise in finance and operations. As a dedicated mentor, he is recognized as a Microsoft Excel specialist and an accredited Financial Modeler with the Financial Modelling Institute. He excels in data-driven problem solving and has successfully guided numerous students in attaining their Microsoft Excel certification.
Trustees
Justin Richefond
Financial Director
Justin has over 35 years experience of successfully running businesses. In recent years he has devoted more of his time to mentoring and coaching, his real passion. He often says “ I’ve made the mistakes, so you don’t have to “ and is a strong believer in guided discovery.
Justin has over 35 years experience of successfully running businesses. In recent years he has devoted more of his time to mentoring and coaching, his real passion. He often says “ I’ve made the mistakes, so you don’t have to “ and is a strong believer in guided discovery.
Daniel Gessese
Consulting Degree Apprentice
A PPCP and 21CS alumnus, Daniel is now a Consulting Degree Apprentice at Gate One (HAVAS) and a Trustee at Voluntary Action Islington. He draws on his lived experience to champion apprenticeships, lead community initiatives and advocate for young people pursuing non-linear career paths. In his downtime, Daniel enjoys exploring his passion for photography.
A PPCP and 21CS alumnus, Daniel is now a Consulting Degree Apprentice at Gate One (HAVAS) and a Trustee at Voluntary Action Islington. He draws on his lived experience to champion apprenticeships, lead community initiatives and advocate for young people pursuing non-linear career paths. In his downtime, Daniel enjoys exploring his passion for photography.
Ahmet Darilmaz
Sales Director
As an expert in eCommerce with over 10 years of experience, former 21CS student Ahmet Darilmaz, Founder & CEO of Bellek Ltd has built a successful career in online sales and wholesale distribution within the consumer technology sector. He has managed and scaled digital sales channels, with a particular focus in storage solutions.
As an expert in eCommerce with over 10 years of experience, former 21CS student Ahmet Darilmaz, Founder & CEO of Bellek Ltd has built a successful career in online sales and wholesale distribution within the consumer technology sector. He has managed and scaled digital sales channels, with a particular focus in storage solutions.
History
Our Story So Far...
Starting out in the Third Sector
Moving to Elizabeth House
21CS Launches
PPCP Incorporated
New Training Facility
Tech, Tea, and BIscuits
