All about WhosTheRef.com
We are very passionate about the WhosTheRef.com project. Since its launch in 2009 it has transformed from a simple referee appointments website for a local society with 20 officials to a complete match officials administration system in use by National Governing Bodies with 8,000+ officials.
We also support Continental Federations, and the system is currently being evaluated by a World Governing Body for one of the most popular sports. The system remains totally scalable, still equally as suitable for a socieity as it is for a Governing Body.
We actively and positively encourage users to contribute to the develop of the system and we try to make everyone feel involved in its progress.
The WhosTheRef Team
Mark Brown - MD & Creator
That's him.... in action, wearing red - A 20 year background of officiating in rugby, a passion for sport, and experiences of running businesses was the perfect mix for WhosTheRef.com which is now one of the world leaders in sports management software.
Mark is still responsible for liaising with our customers and listening to their needs, ensuring WhosTheRef stays ahead of the game.
Fraser Alexander - Technical Guru
Fraser takes care of client-side programming - things like detecting whether the website is being accessed on a computer or a phone; controlling the layout of the screen dependent on what actions the user has taken; and validating the user input before it is sent to the server.
As well as programming, his love of flying and archery, Fraser has also recently graduated with a Masters degree in Mathematics.
Angela Simpson - Office Manager
Our office in the UK runs quite smoothly thanks to Angela keeping a firm control of pretty much everything. When we want to know something, she is the one we ask. Angela is the heart of our team and co-ordinates the day to day running with gusto!
She loves the countryside and is a keen horse rider and also has a passion for sport, as well as following her son who is a keen rugby player.
Tracey Aldous - Systems Support
Tracey assists with providing the day to day user support for WTR and general business management and development.
She is now updating our online user guides and is developing an advanced support system so you can be confident any queries you have about the system are dealt with in the quickest possible time.
Cathy Whittaker - New Business
Picture to follow..... Cathy is our latest recruit - started in April 2014, and is responsible for helping our new customers to get up and running with the system in next to no time.
Roy McCombe - Consultant
Mr Roy McCombe who joined our team in Jan 2015 as a consultant to the business. Roy had recently retired as Head of Match Officials at Scottish Rugby. With over 25 years’ experience as a match official and 10 years as Head of the SRU officials he brings a wealth of knowledge to the business.
Scottish Rugby were the first National Governing Body to put their trust into WhosTheRef.com back in 2009, with Roy then being heavily involved in
in the development of ideas and plans during the following 6 years. He therefore knows the product insideout.
Roy will be working closely with the business owner Mark Brown to formulate a structure to help the business continue to grow, whilst also working alongside Cathy, Angela and Fraser to introduce improved support systems and documentation for all our customers. More exciting (and busy!!) times ahead :-)