Our partners
We partner with experts to provide a range of services for our sector that keeps you on the road
CheckedSafe was developed using decades of industry experience, so you can trust we know what we’re doing
Darran Harris
Co Founder, Director and Solicitor
Darran is a Solicitor and Commercial Mediator with over 20 years experience specialising in Litigation (specifically Road Traffic Issues) and Employment law.
Darran has worked with major logistics companies and large blue-chip clients dealing with Litigation, Compliance and Road Traffic Incidents. Darran has successfully represented clients at Public Enquiries with Gary Hawthorne.
Gary Hawthorne
Co Founder, Director and Transport Consultant
Gary is a Transport specialist with over 20 years experience at Operator level, local and national Government (including overseas) and as owner Operator of a successful commercial operation.
Gary is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, a Member of the Society of Engineers, a Member of the Institute of Road Traffic Engineers and a Commercial Mediator.
Alex Harris
Intern and Lead Generation Assistant
Alex’s role consists of managing and organising leads via Lead Forensics. He also plays an active role in our client relations, following up with new enquiries and assisting with competition entries. His favourite part of his role is the flexibility that comes with it and getting to work alongside his dad!
Outside of work, Alex is a keen Burnley FC. supporter and plays for the same team he has been with since he was just six years old. Taking after his dad, Alex would describe himself as a bit of a joker, confident and enthusiastic.
Kirsty Astin
Client Relationship Manager
Kirsty is our Client Relationship Manager. Having been a valued member of our team since 2019, we rely on her for her keen eye for detail and organisational skills. Her role involves account management, invoicing and leading our client relations team.
Always one to keep busy, outside of work, Kirsty enjoys rock climbing and cross-fit – and has also recently become a Scout Leader. She is also raising two young children!
Lyndsey Stevenson
Customer Relations Advisor
Lyndsey is a Customer Relations Advisor, and she’s been with us since July 2021. Lyndsey comes with a wealth of experience having once been a Fleet Manager maintaining 160 vehicles! Her role consists of dealing with client enquiries, hosting online demonstrations of our services, leading training sessions with clients and guiding them through their trial periods. Her favourite part of the role is getting to work with such a great team and welcoming new clients on board.
In her spare time, Lyndsey looks after her daughter and enjoys making memories with her family. She also enjoys keeping fit by walking and swimming!
Sally Simpson
Customer Relations Advisor
Sally’s role involves managing incoming calls and emails, onboarding new clients and hosting online demonstrations and training sessions. Having worked in highways industry for 15 years and 12 years as a Transport Administrator, Sally loves sharing her expertise with others and working as part of our team.
At home, Sally loves getting her dog out for walks and enjoys spending valuable time with her friends and family.