Our Founder & Team
The people behind the company
Anthony's Story
As an innovator, specialising in solutions for the UK Government and emergency services, improving public safety had long been at the heart of many of CEO Anthony Parfitt’s inventions.
Yet the tragedy of the Grenfell fire was to be the catalyst for Anthony to put all his focus on developing solutions that would ensure such a devastating event would never happen again.
Recognising that many fires start because of electrical faults, he channelled all his energy and expertise into developing technology to bring about greater safety for both residential and commercial property.
Looking at existing fire safety solutions it was clear the majority were focussed on detecting fire or supressing it once it starts. What was evident was the need for a solution that would prevent electrical fires from ever starting in the first place.
“My driving force was to develop technology to not only detect but also act, to protect families and prevent such unnecessary loss of life.”
After a journey of over seven years Ci Global has now developed a range of world-class solutions that will help protect residential and commercial buildings from the risk of electrical fires, including applications that can be installed in data centres, plant rooms, Electrical Vehicles (EVs) and white goods.
Solutions that will prevent the majority of electrical malfunctions from ever escalating into a fire, and in instances were other types of fires occur, Ci Global has also developed an advanced fire evacuation system to minimise the impact of fires in high-rise buildings.
Whilst the journey to create a safer world is one in which Anthony and Ci Global will never rest, the technology that we can offer today has the potential to save countless lives and reduce the enormous economic and financial burden of electrical fires around the world.
Led by purpose and passion
Learn more about the professional journey that shaped the man behind the vision.
Our People
Ci Global Leadership Team
Anthony D Parfitt
CHAIRMAN & CEO
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A game-changing innovator, Anthony is Home Office accredited with 30+ years experience of designing and delivering mission-critical and life-critical electronic & IT solutions to Government, Police & Security Services and Railway Operators in the UK and around the World.
Piotr Supinski
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
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Piotr is a seasoned technical leader, adept at building and leading strong software teams and designing robust software architecture. With over 15 years in software development, he served as a Senior Azure Cloud Specialist at Microsoft and collaborated with global brands as a Solution Architect. Grounded in Computer Science with advanced study in Data Science, Big Data and Management, his notable works span pioneering IoT projects, mobile app architecture, and deploying global systems on Microsoft Azure.
Michal Poterek
CHIEF HARDWARE OFFICER
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Michal has more than 15 years professional experience within the telecommunication and electronics sectors, with a background working for mobile operators like T-Mobile, Orange and infrastructure vendors like Huawei.
Recently he has developed radio and electronic subsystems for heavy load logistics and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) for the British and U.S Armies, and always strives to always apply practical uses to newest technology.
Lech Biernacki
Chief Information Officer
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Lech is an IT professional with over 15 years of expertise, including a decade at Microsoft progressing from a .NET developer to an accomplished architect and project manager. Adept in Microsoft technologies with a focus on Azure cloud, he has a strong track record in team leadership and agile coaching. Lech is committed to fostering high-performing teams and optimising business values at Ci Global.
Alex Kilby
CREATIVE LEAD & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
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Multi-discipline creative designer with 20 years experience at both agency and corporate level, managing projects from concept to delivery. Responsible for developing the Ci Global brand culture and visual identity and managing all media output.
Peter Kay
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
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Peter Kay MAPM is a seasoned infrastructure and technology project leader with over three decades of expertise in construction, technology integration, and commercial project management. He specialises in integrating IoT and smart systems into modern and legacy infrastructure. Peter has led projects in automated monitoring, intelligent safety systems, and real-time data solutions, enhancing efficiency and security in critical environments.
Mickey Brown
MEDIA SUPPORT CONSULTANT
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A seasoned entrepreneur and creative professional, Mickey has successfully owned and operated businesses in restaurants, antique furniture retail, and property development. Transitioning to the entertainment industry, he has written adverts, jingles, poetry, and records for TV and radio—earning a Triple Platinum-selling single with Parlophone EMI and an award on a primetime TV show. With extensive experience in marketing and promotion, Mickey has held key roles, including Head of Marketing for a leading law firm. Passionate about philanthropy, he supports charities like the Jeremy Kyle Golf Classic, Warhorse Memorial, and Candles of Hope.
Ci Global Advisory board
Richard Park
ADVISOR TO THE BOARD
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Howard Doberman
ADVISOR TO THE BOARD
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Howard is a Senior Partner at Deloitte specialising in operational restructuring and driving profitable growth, with over 25 years’ experience working at Board level across a mix of Service industries. His clients include leading multi-nationals spanning FTSE 20, Fortune 500 and private Family businesses, as well as smaller venture-backed enterprises. He has held a number of Executive leadership roles within Deloitte including Global Operations Transformation leader, and currently serves as the UK’s Transport, Hospitality and Services industry leader. Howard advises the Ci Board on operational structuring and global scaling.
Chris Adkins
ADVISOR TO THE BOARD
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Chris is a proven leader with 20 years in the British Army, including frontline deployments and training future leaders at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. After his service, he became a retail specialist, working with companies such as Waitrose, Iceland and Ralph Lauren, driving innovation, managing international logistics, and building global partnerships.
Chris excels at leading teams through complex challenges, fostering resilience, and delivering results. His hands-on approach extends to construction, successfully managing the build of his own home. Known for inspiring others to achieve their potential, Chris combines strategic planning with a relentless drive to get things done and support those he leads.
Jason Brown
ADVISOR TO THE BOARD
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Jason brings over 40 years of expertise in mechanical engineering and motorsport, including a successful career as a race driver, securing 2nd place in the 2024 Porsche Club Championship.
With 30 years of experience in sales and distribution, he has also served as a corporate magazine features writer and an American Airlines Representative and Crew Chief for seven years.
An entrepreneur since the age of 18, Jason currently runs his second business of 15 years. Joining the Advisory Board of Ci Global, he offers invaluable technical insight and industry knowledge to support the company’s innovative safety product technologies.
Martin McCourt
SENIOR ADVISOR TO THE BOARD
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Martin has worked at the heart of British-based manufacturing, design and marketing for over 40 years, including 15 years as CEO of Dyson, as well as sales and marketing for quality global brands Mars, Duracell, Toshiba and Pelikan.
During his time at Dyson, he devised and implemented a strategy that transformed the company from being a single product, single market producer, to being the leader in over 60 markets and hitting £1bn revenue for the first time, and in 2010 was named UK Business Leader of the Year.
Martin advises the Ci™ Board on manufacturing, design, marketing and commercial matters as it looks to continue its growth globally.
