Director
Steve is a Detective Inspector with over 30 years policing experience, the majority spent within CID, both at a Force and Regional level. Steve has always had an interest in the digital and cyber world. Prior to joining the police he graduated university with an Electronic Systems Engineering degree. Within the police he has worked in internet investigations and managed communication data investigators, radio frequency technicians and Digital Forensic Examiners. He was part of the team that was responsible for creating the force-wide Cyber Crime Unit. He has been with the NEBRC from inception and is proud to be celebrating 6 years and counting helping businesses within the region stay safe from online threats. Steve is married and lives in Yorkshire with his wife and children.
Deputy Director
Lizzie was initially seconded from South Yorkshire Police as part of the project team to coordinate and support the implementation of the network of Centre’s. Prior to her current role, Lizzie performed roles in business support and client relations.
Lizzie holds a BA degree in Criminology and an MSc degree in International Security. She has also completed various courses relating to Cyber Security including the NPCC Computing and Networking and NPCC Cybercrime Protect and Prepare. In addition to this, she has completed the IASME Cyber Essentials Implementation Course to help support SMEs in navigating the journey to achieving CE. Lizzie also completed Prince2 and has completed a L5 CMI Leadership and Management Qualification, achieving a Distinction. In her spare time, Lizzie is usually outdoors trying to tire out her working Cocker Spaniel 🐶 or spending time with family and friends.
Chantelle is responsible for a Marketing and Communications Manager role, overseeing the marketing function and promoting our memberships and services. Chantelle also organises and attends any affiliated events, works closely with our partners to ensure our members receive engaging and educational content to help protect them from online crime and fraud.
Chantelle has experience across a number of sectors including retail, beauty, spa and wellness. She has achieved a first class Bachelor’s degree in International Spa Management and a first class Master’s degree in Marketing Management from the University of Derby. These degrees contributed to her becoming a successful, self-employed beauty therapist.
Chantelle is a Certified in Cyber Security member of the (ISC)2 organisation and has completed her Ethical Hacking, Network Defense and Digital Forensics Essentials courses certified by EC Council, to build on her knowledge of cyber security to help businesses understand the importance of staying safe. She is also recognised as a Chartered Manager, after achieving a Distinction in her L5 CMI Leadership and Management Apprenticeship.
Living just outside Sheffield, Chantelle enjoys socialising with her friends and partner, watching Formula 1 and keeping fit in the gym.
Lydia is our Business Assistant, she provides general admin and executive support to the core management team including diaries, events, and project programmes. Lydia’s role involves communication with key stakeholders, preparing minutes as well as supporting at events and engaging with businesses.
Lydia has previous experience in customer service and hospitality and is looking forward to showcasing her interpersonal skills and meeting new people.
She has recently achieved her Masters’ in International Business and Marketing and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Lydia hopes in the future to deepen her knowledge through further education and specialised courses.
Lydia is currently living in Sheffield and in her free time enjoys seeing friends and going out for long walks in nature.