At it’s core, Smartworks is a professional services business, culminating a wealth of experience in IT, Communications and Audio Visual technologies.

We are unique in the industry because we can design and implement turnkey residential and hospitality solutions for our customers, whether they are homeowners, developers or property managers.

We adopt a “Wires-Up” approach meaning that we can provide everything from physical infrastructure (wiring, devices, appliances etc) to carrier services (Internet, Voice) and software applications that provide rich automation and control services. We then back this up with a comprehensive set of professional services including design, installation and ongoing support.

Smartworks

MEET THE TEAM
Richard Smiles
MANAGING DIRECTOR

Having worked in the IT industry for twenty years in both technical and commercial roles, Richard brings a wealth of experience to the business in designing and creating innovative technology solutions. With considerable experience in the Hospitality industry and having worked with some of the most prestigious Hotels in Europe, he has first-hand experience of just how big a part technology now has to play in our daily lives, our surroundings and our interactions with other people.

Andy Baldwin
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Andy has worked in the AV industry for eighteen years, in domestic and hospitality environments. Andy’s background is predominantly working with high-end brands such as Bang and Olufsen, Meridian and Linn. As AV technologies have become more IT focussed and converged, Andy has become adept at designing and installing home data and Wi-Fi networks as well as HD/4K distribution and switching systems. Andy prides himself in achieving a high standard of installation and has gained a considerable reputation in the AV industry for his work.

Jason Davies
TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Jason brings a wealth of knowledge and experience having worked in the AV industry in both residential and commercial environments for over 20 years. He is qualified in the market leading control systems such as Control4 and Lutron and specialises in automation and integration. Along with a solid background in the AV industry, Jason has an in-depth knowledge of IP networks and designing them to provide a stable and reliable infrastructure for control systems.

David Lewis
OPERATIONS MANAGER

David joined Smartworks in February 2023, having worked in the retail sector for over 30 years in senior leadership roles. He brings a wealth of knowledge in areas such as client relationships, customer service, process and project management, planning and people leadership. Prior to joining Smartworks, David led a large team in London for Apple for 12 years. He also led a business-to-business team, looking after some of the UK’s biggest brands and helping them integrate Apple technology into their organisation, customer journey and workflow.

Matt Francis
SENIOR ELECTRICIAN

Matt joined the Smartworks team in January 2020 as an experienced Bang and Olufsen installer having worked for Dawson’s B&O for nearly ten years. Matt specialises in high-end residential installations, home cinema solutions and marine installations (specifically Sunseeker Yachts). Matt is also a qualified electrician and has helped the team to bridge the gap between intelligent control solutions and M&E infrastructure in residential and commercial environments.

Toby Slatford
SENIOR ELECTRICIAN

Toby is the latest addition to the Smartworks team and brings a wealth of experience in ultra-premium residential electrical installations having worked for some of the south coasts most prestigious developers.

SPENCER DUFF
APRENTICE ELECTRICIAN

Danny Zolik
ELECTRICIAN

Find out more

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions, need more information, or want to discuss your next project, our team is here to help. Feel free to call us at 0808 169 8989 or fill out this form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. Let’s start the conversation today!