TALARMADE - Key Persons


Adam Horrocks

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Service Lead
  • Head of Clinical Services
Adam joined Talarmade in 2017 as a Clinical Specialist Orthotist. He delivers education programmes around the UK on adult and paediatric biomechanics, AFO design, MSK foot and ankle conditions, Orthotic prescription writing and has delivered material science educational programs around the UK and in Germany.

Amy Drew

Job Titles:
  • Customer Service Manager
Amy started her journey with Talarmade when she left school at 16 years of age as an apprentice. Since then, she has continued to grow within Talarmade and now manages the customer services team. Amy is highly valued within the Talarmade family.

Barry Emms - VP of Sales

Job Titles:
  • Sales Director
Barry has been with TalarMade since 2012. He has over 30 years experience in the sales and marketing of medical devices in the UK & Europe. When away from work Barry is a passionate Chelsea fan and has made his way into their Walking Football team!

Bernie Crewdson - Chairman, Founder

Job Titles:
  • Chairman
  • Founder
Much of Talarmade's product portfolio was originally designed or sourced from long-term global partners by Bernie. With vast entrepreneurial insight and decades of industry experience, Bernie works closely with the management team to manage Talarmade's strategic objectives.

Damon Rafi - CIO

Job Titles:
  • Head of IT
  • Head of IT & Digital Marketing
Damon has over 25 years experience within the IT industry with almost 15 of them directly involved in Orthotics. He has a proven ability of translating business requirements into practical, imaginative and highly effective IT solutions.

Francis Barrett - Chief Commercial Officer

Job Titles:
  • Commercial Director
Francis has a proven track record to deliver on targets, drive growth, profitability and sustainability. He has been in continuous employment for more than 25 years. His approach is to build great relationships with his clients to understand their needs

Ryan Thomas - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Chief Financial & Operating Officer
Ryan is an experienced financial and operational professional, he is passionate about people and focused on getting things right first time. Ryan has a successful career working in senior finance and operational roles for international and listed businesses.

Simon Dickinson

Job Titles:
  • Clinical Director
  • Medical Director
Renowned for his outstanding contributions in product development, education, and leadership, Simon's unwavering commitment to improving knowledge, products, orthotic services, and patient outcomes have made him a respected figure within our industry.