The Team

 Martin Nicholls, Owner & Managing Director of ESW Solutions.

Starting from humble roots in Exeter 15 years ago, Martin has steered the business through many changes and steadily grown it into the well respected company that it is today. A self confessed workaholic, Martin has a direct involvement with everything that happens at ESW. Martin will often be seen working alongsidecrew members during set up for events as well as working closely with clients, guiding clients through conceptualisation to realisation of their event. Each day Martin works from ESW Head Office and frequently travels throughout Europe as business dictates. When not at work Martin can often be heard on Devon'sbest local radio station Palm 105.5 presenting his regular Sunday breakfastshow as has been his keen hobby for the last 5 years. Our picture here shows Martin looking surprisingly awake at 7am on a Sunday morning. Martin is available to contact via phone or email and although Martin is the MD, he is friendly and approachable, no one is too important or not important enough, Martin will endeavour to make himself available whenever possible for all existing customers and new enquiries. Please don’t hesitate to get in contact with Martin on 01364 737777 he is always happy to help.

Tracey Nicholls, Director.

Tracey is an ESW Director, Company Secretary, and for her sins is married to Martin. Tracey is responsible for much of the back office work that happenswithin ESW. Tracey is very popular with the staff as she is responsible forpaying their wages and also looking after the company accounts. In her spare time, Tracey is never happier than when she is in a pair of wellies helping her daughter Sam look after their horses.

Adam Waller, Operations Director.

Having been involved with the industry for many years, Adam is the Operations Director for ESW. Adam's specialist areas include event production and media work. Adam has been involved with producing some large events throughout the region and has gained a reputation in this field that is second to none. With a unique way of looking at projects and an in depth understanding of health and safety issues, Adam is highly skilled in event management and is always happy to discuss prospective ideas and projects with clients in order to help create the perfect event. A competent studio engineer and keen musician, Adam's musical prowess includes drums, guitar, saxophone, clarinet, in fact the list seems to be endless. In his spare time Adam is a well respected session musician as pictured here whilst playing drums for renowned soul band Joey The Lips. Always contactable through our office, Adam is more than happy to help with any enquiry.

Rob Watson, Business Development Manager.

Rob has been involved with ESW from day one and knows the business inside out. As Business Development Manager Rob has been an integral element of the company's growth over many years. Rob is also a highly skilled technician, experienced project manager and installer himself. Rob is never happier than when he is trying to find a solution for clients unique and sometimes strange requests, whether it be a digital signage solution for a huge college campus or a PA system styled to be in keeping with an old fashioned steam railway station, as has been requested in the past! In Rob's free time there is very little time to rest as he is the proud father of twin girls, as pictured here. Another great passion of Rob's is tinkering with his beloved Land Rover, another very much loved family member. Rob's knowledge and experience in the AV industry makes him the perfect first port of call at ESW, whether you are looking to host an event, a conference or a bespoke installation, Rob will always be happy to advise and present solutions whatever the size of the project.

Graham Russell, Production and Media Support

Originally from west London, Graham moved to the southwest twenty years ago and has spent the last two decades on air at various radio stations across the region. He’s also an accomplished scriptwriter and commercial/promo producer. The main star of the picture above is of course Eddie who keeps Graham busy and well exercised. Graham is usually the voice you hear on the phone when you call us, and the rest of the time he’s providing office admin support for many of the ESW team.