RoleplayUK our story

Our journey

Firm believers in the future rather than the past, here’s just a potted history of where we’ve come from, to help you understand how we’ve gained the trust of thousands of clients to date.

From a handful of actors, with a vision to enhance experiential learning opportunities, RoleplayUK first focussed on the needs of the financial services industry. From those early days, back in 1994, we have grown from strength to strength, with a great deal of our new business coming from personal recommendations.

Today we’re very proud to be a leading provider of drama-led training, development and assessment to a wide cross section of sectors and businesses.

The people making it happen

James Larter

Director

James Larter

Director

Jim has been leading RoleplayUK since 2002. A firm believer in that you’re only as good as your last job, this philosophy drives the business to deliver beyond expectations time after time. Jim takes great pride in the fact that clients keep coming back to us year on year. As a father of two sporty boys, a lot of time is spent on the rugby and football touchlines around the Midlands. Jim enjoys cycling which was capped of a couple of years ago cycling from John O’Groats to Land’s End in 9 days – he is still looking for his next challenge.

Felicity Hall

Chief Strategy Officer

Felicity Hall

Chief Strategy Officer

Felicity dedicates her time at RoleplayUK to ensuring the business remains current and innovative. Her strategic focus on the business, the sector, the learning environment, and on our products and services, combined with her experience in finance, recruitment and education give her a breadth of insight across organisational cultures and business functions. Felicity balances her busy working life with pottering in the garden and messing about on the river.

Phil Allen

Organisational Psychologist

Phil Allen

Organisational Psychologist

Client, turned trusted consultant, Phil is a highly valued member of the RoleplayUK team. Phil is also Client Director of our sister company, PRO, and brings with him a passion to ensure that personal practice, takes priority in all our development programmes. Away from work, Phil is kept very much on his toes by his twin boys and new pup!

Jacqui Adams

Projects and Client Services

Jacqui Adams

Projects and Client Services

With a background in marketing and a natural talent for planning and organisation, I lead Client Services at RoleplayUK. I work closely with clients to fully understand their needs, ensuring the best teams are in place to support the unique nuances of every project. In my free time, I enjoy staying active and exploring new places with family and friends—whether on foot, bike, or skis!

Carmen Pearce

Finance and Bookings Co-ordinator

Carmen Pearce

Finance and Bookings Co-ordinator

With 27 years in customer service and leadership, I thrive in fast-paced environments, building strong client relationships and driving operational success. My career spans telecommunications, IT services, and marine equipment, where I’ve led teams, managed accounts, and delivered innovative solutions during periods of change. Passionate about people, I prioritize exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring the arts, walking my dog, and spending quality time with my family.

Laura Perrett

Operations and Executive Assistant

Laura Perrett

Operations and Executive Assistant

With experience in operations and assisting directors across industries such as law, MEP, and the creative sector, I thrive on solving problems and bringing teams together. I enjoy designing marketing strategies and working closely with directors to issue tenders, always aiming to make processes smoother and more efficient. Outside of work, I love walking my dog, exploring the arts, and gaming. My creative and collaborative approach helps me bring fresh ideas and positive energy to everything I do.

Zak Ellis

Projects and Product Management

Zak Ellis

Projects and Product Management

I hold a degree in Politics from UEA, specialising in voter behaviour and environmental policy. Following my studies, I contributed to leading academic research at a top-20 REF21 institution, focusing on advancing offshore renewable energy solutions. Outside of work, I’m passionate about sustainability, exploring new ideas, and staying active through outdoor adventures.

Sarah Holland

Software Developer

Sarah Holland

Software Developer

I am a software developer with experience building applications from the ground up alongside startups. I thrive in dynamic environments, turning ideas into scalable, user-friendly solutions. Passionate about innovation, I enjoy collaborating with teams to create impactful products. Outside of work, I explore new technologies and stay active outdoors.

Christopher Nabb

Senior Associate

Christopher Nabb

Senior Associate

Christopher trained as an actor 20 years ago and soon after transferred these skills into the learning and development arena. Christopher has worked with some of the largest companies in the world helping them deliver culture, leadership and communication skills training with maximum effectiveness. Fascinated by people and their behaviours, Christopher is acutely aware of the impact of empowering people to discover their strengths and build on their areas of development and challenge. Away from work two young daughters keep Christopher busy and his credit card active.

Pushpinder Chani

Senior Associate

Pushpinder Chani

Senior Associate

From a solid acting base in TV, Film, Theatre and Radio, Push has been a stalwart member of the RPUK team since 2005. We rely on his high quality, consistent roleplay, as well as his insightful and considered feedback, when supporting in depth Leadership programmes. Push relates easily to each learner’s style nurturing positivity and ensuring they end their practice session with the appropriate skills and a confidence boost, to have ‘better conversations’. Away from the studio, theatre and workshops, Push takes in as much of the outdoors as possible whether on two wheels or just his two feet!

Georgia Clare

Senior Associate

Georgia Clare

Senior Associate

Georgia is a highly regarded roleplayer and coach with over twenty years’ experience. Her instinctive and flexible approach to help the participant get the most out of the session have led to her being much sought after by clients in a wide variety of sectors. Outside of work, Georgia monitors the bumblebee population as a volunteer for the Bumblebee Conservation, swims throughout the year in lakes, rivers and the sea, and writes stories, often curled up in front of the fire with her dog.

Tim Scragg

Senior Associate

Tim Scragg

Senior Associate

Tim is a highly experienced trainer and coach; having devoted over 20 years of his career to Learning and Development, he's been a valuable asset to the RPUK team since the late 1990s. Tim specialises in Leadership and Management and Communication Skills courses, and like all our associates has a background as a professional actor. As a wildlife enthusiast, Tim has travelled all over the world in search of obscure creatures; he now lives with his family in the rather more tranquil setting of rural Buckinghamshire.

Michael Hobbs

Senior Associate

Michael Hobbs

Senior Associate

An actor, academic and former BBC Presenter, Michael enjoys bringing out the best in people through enhancing their skills to lead, present, coach and communicate. When his head isn't in a book, you can find him on the west-end stage, eating a pizza or running the Thames tow-path.

Abigail Hayes

Senior Associate

Abigail Hayes

Senior Associate

Abigail has over 20 years’ experience as a theatre practitioner and is a highly valued expert in practice-based learning. RoleplayUK regularly engage Abi for the design and facilitation of a wide range of interactive workshops, relying on her flair and enthusiasm to bring dynamism to each and every project. Abigail is also an experienced scriptwriter, forum director and practice coach, committed to helping every participant to maximise every learning opportunity. Away from the day job, Abi loves to squeeze in as much exercise as possible, around her busy Mum schedule!

Gregor Hunt

Senior Associate

Gregor Hunt

Senior Associate

Gregor is a multi-talented actor, facilitator and writer, with 25+ years of experience. He has supported the delivery of a broad range of training & development programs with RoleplayUK since 2012. Gregor is a hugely experienced feedback coach. Gregor continues to work professionally as an actor on screen, stage and in voiceovers, as well as occasional forays into theatre directing.

Mark Thompson

Senior Associate

Mark Thompson

Senior Associate

From a background in Banking with Lehman Brothers and Deutsche Bank, Mark trained as an actor at the Bristol Old Vic conservatoire. He is a highly skilled professional actor, trainer and qualified coach. Mark brings a wealth of experience from the corporate sector and has worked with senior executives and CEOs of blue chip companies as a training consultant developing personal impact, presence and communication skills. Mark is highly regarded for his skills in Coaching, Facilitation, Improvisation, Forum Theatre, Design & Delivery, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills and Leadership Devel

Meet the Actors

Emma

Glasgow

Imogen

Glasgow

Jim

London

Sangeeta

London

Yvonne

London

Rina

Birmingham

Geoff

Derby

Christopher

Wellinborough

Martin

London

Julie

London

Nicole

Reading

Gerard

Bristol

John

Dublin

Ruby

London

Ana

Madrid

Helen

London

Sarah

Edinburgh

Annette

Bristol

Georgia

Birmingham

Lauren

London

Alistair

London

Emma

Manchester

Muireann

London

Janette

Birmingham

Satnam

London

Push

Birmingham

Rob

London

Syrus

London

Kate

London

Conrad

South West

Paven

London

Riz

London

Linda

Glasgow

Julie

Belfast

Trevor

Oxford

Jeff

Exeter

Ben

Bristol

Sandra

Belfast

Paul

Los Angeles

Matt

Manchester

Mike

London

Gemma

Manchester

With over 500 professionally trained actors registered with us, we can match your requirements to find the best person to support your delivery, whenever you want them in the world.

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