Meet Our Team
At GivEducation, we create innovative software to empower teachers and enhance learning, making teaching easier and more impactful.
In-House Team

Joe Basketts
Education Director
With over 20 years of experience in education and technology, Joe leads Satori Education with a passion for innovation and digital transformation. Combining teaching and leadership expertise with edtech development, he works with senior leaders to create sustainable strategies that enhance learning and streamline operations.

Mogdam Osman
Director
Mogdam, founder of GivEducation, combines advanced technical expertise with a passion for educational impact, holding an MSc in Advanced Computer Science. As a former teacher and seasoned software developer, he designs accessible technology solutions that empower educators and students, driving meaningful change in learning environments. Outside work, dancing is Mogdam’s favourite hobby.

Ryan Thorpe
Web App Development Lead
Ryan is our Web App Development Lead, specialising in building scalable, sustainable applications that offer exceptional user experiences. With expertise in modern web technologies, he ensures robust, high-performing apps. Outside work, Ryan enjoys DJ’ing and staying fit by going to the gym.

Alex Fisher
Educational Consultant
Alex is an experienced educator, eLearning designer and project manager with over seven years in teaching, curriculum leadership, project management and digital learning development. Combining pedagogical expertise with cutting-edge technology, he specialises in creating efficient, evidence-based solutions that enhance teaching, support staff well-being, and streamline operations. Outside work, Alex enjoys going hiking (you’d never guess from his photo, right?).

Holly Fearn
Marketing Manager & Graphic Designer
Holly is a creative Marketing Manager with expertise in digital and web design, content creation, and strategic campaign execution. With a background in graphic design, animation, and 3D modelling using Blender, she crafts impactful, education-focused campaigns that engage professionals and support learning goals. Outside work, Holly loves caring for her animals.

Noah Finney
Apprentice Web Developer
Noah specialises in developing web and mobile apps with React and React Native, creating intuitive tools for the edtech sector. With a background in education, he brings fresh insights to empower teachers and students. Outside work, Noah enjoys playing guitar.
Research & Development Team

Theo Kyriacou
Senior Research Associate
Theo holds a BEng (Hons) in Electronic Engineering and specialises in consultancy and innovative solutions for SMEs, with expertise in Data Science and Machine Learning. As a Senior Advisor at GivEducation, he coordinates objectives and integrates cutting-edge research, drawing on experience from a KTP with Bentley Motors and SME consultancy work.

Benjamin Agbo
Research Associate
Ben is a Research Associate with a PhD in Computer Science and Informatics, specialising in Machine Learning. His expertise lies in advancing AI applications and techniques, contributing to the development of cutting-edge EdTech software.

Ceris Morris
Research Associate
With over 35 years of experience in education, Ceris has been a classroom teacher and senior leader across diverse schools, age groups, and subjects. Passionate about improving teacher outcomes and reducing workload, she supports GivEducation’s mission to transform education through AI as a research associate with Keele University.