Silicon South is a not-for-profit organisation created by the agencies it champions. The network exists to raise the recognition, ambition and capabilities of the people and companies in the digital, creative and tech industries of Dorset, helping them to achieve their best and thrive. Our team is small, but perfectly formed and dedicated to the goals and aims of Silicon South and our network.
Programme Manager
Cath is a Scrum Master, project manager, copywriter and serial idea-haver. She likes to see people from all backgrounds enjoying equal opportunities to be happy and successful in life. Cath's a professional all-rounder who keeps Silicon South ticking along nicely. Ask her about her tiny kitten, Blue, if you want to see a plethora of black cat photos.
Chair, Silicon South – and CEO, Adido
Andy helped set up Adido, a leading digital agency that works with businesses to evolve their digital performance, grow sales and increase value, both nationally and internationally. Andy has been involved with Silicon South since 2017 and has been Chair since 2019, helping to support the great SiSo team through lockdown and beyond. Andy is a keen golfer, runner and sea swimmer and can often be found taking early dips along the Bournemouth coast in the summer months.
Director - Digital Butter Ltd
Having been on the digital scene on the south coast for almost 20 years, Sarah is passionate about supporting and raising the profile of the extraordinary talent we have in the area. Having grown and sold her digital agency, Sarah now works as a Non-Executive Director for digital agencies as well as Entrepreneur in Residence at Future Worlds, the on-campus accelerator for start-ups at the University of Southampton, who are looking to change the world with their tech.
Founder - Street Agency
After 10 yrs. of successfully leading new businesses, from small independents to multimillion pound networks - Katie saw that a new approach was needed, one that was diverse and enabled in-house teams to become more assertive in generating and converting revenue growth. Katie created Street Agency in 2019 which provides the strategy needed for new business growth including frameworks and plans, training, workshops, events, campaigns and guided outreach support to get you more new clients.
Head of Economic Development
Adrian has an extensive background in the public, private and voluntary sectors and is currently Head of Economic Development at Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. Adrian is Chair of the Dorset Engineering and Manufacturing Cluster (DEMC) which supports Dorset’s 2000+ companies by creating opportunities for collaboration, creation and innovation. Prior to this, Adrian headed up the Borough of Poole’s economic development where he set up the Poole Marine Hub and Poole Maritime Festival.
