The People Behind Myriad
Myriad is a partnership owned by Paul and Adele Gardner. It has been creating quality software for business since 1998.
Paul Gardner grew up in Peterborough. He attended Deacons School, and went on to gain a degree in Electronic Engineering. Paul has worked for several major companies around Peterborough, including APV Baker, Park Air Electronics, and Mass Consultants. He has over 25 years experience in electronics and computers. He was also Chairman of the Novell Users Association, a user group for professionals using Novell computer networks, for over 10 years.
For the past 10 years Paul's priority has been the continuing success of Myriad, however he also finds time to support Peterborough RUFC where he is secretary.
Adele Gardner was born in Peterborough, she went to the County Grammar School, and has A Levels in maths, physics and computer science. From school she worked for British Telecom for 10 years. More recently Adele has been studying for a Design and Technology degree with the Open University, learning skills which are particularly relevant to the Web design part of the business
For the last 19 years Adele's major role has been mother to Lauren and Phillipa.The family have been home educators since 2001. During this time Adele has also been active on numerous voluntary committees. These include co-ordinator for the Friends of Fulbridge School which raised over £6000 for the school, and various positions on the ladies committee of Thorpe Wood Golf Club the highlight being Lady Captain in 2001. Lauren and Phillipa are now both at University and as the home education role has come to an end, Adele is able to devote more time to the business.