Andy has worked in the UK fireworks industry since 1993. A genuine passion for quality fireworks since his school years led to him being appointed as a firework safety adviser to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), a role he undertook until he joined Star Fireworks in 2002. Since joining Star Fireworks, the company has seen rapid growth into new sectors such as TV and concerts. Andy takes an active role in representing the UK firework display industry at home and overseas. He became Chairman of the British Pyrotechnists Association in 2008 and has since sat on many government committees considering amendments to fireworks legislation. Andy was granted professional membership of the Institute of Explosives Engineers with a specialist area of fireworks in July 2012. Andy is an expert on firework performance and pyrotechnic design, and his displays have won a number of major competitions. He visits Chinese firework factories on a regular basis to help ensure quality, safety and effects. Andy has been responsible for numerous major displays since he joined the company. Andy has a keen interest in event and project management, an activity he has been committed to since 1994. In addition to his work with Star Fireworks, he undertakes consultancy work for a broad portfolio of UK clients in the specialist area of Control of Major Accidents Hazards Regulations, explosive storage, transport and legal compliance. He has also acted an expert witness in fireworks and explosives cases in criminal and civil cases, including the Crown Prosecution Service Special Crime and Counter Terorrism Division.