Andrew Mackin
UK Country Manager
I am a photographer; a gardening fan; a nature lover
What inspires you in life?
A lot of things, they evolve throughout my life. For a very long time it was sport, particularly bodybuilding and aerobics. Now it’s above all my family, I have three beautiful children and 6 grandchildren.
How many years in NAV?
Since 2004… I’ve seen all the versions since v4.00, right up to the move to the Cloud.
What was your dream job as a child ?
When I was a child, I don’t know why, I dreamed of being a doctor because computers didn’t exist. Now I’d choose a profession that combines my passions: nature, animals and photography. Maybe something in marine biology.
Dream holiday destination?
That’s easy for me to answer: I’ve got four! I’ve already done the first two, the Dominican Republic and Cape Verde. I’ve yet to see Hawaii and Bali. I’ve travelled a lot for my job, particularly to New Zealand, Australia and South Africa. They’re magnificent countries, but going there for work changes the way you see them…
Why work at DBE?
I already knew the founders years before DBE was created and I really liked their analysis and their vision of the business… I like the family aspect and the challenge of course!
What are your hobbies?
Computers, of course, but cooking, gardening and photography in particular. Gardening allows me to disconnect completely, I forget everything. I try to see the 4 corners of the world and capture them in photographs. I love wild nature.
What does DBE mean to you?
It’s a company with great potential. But as well as being very serious, it’s a company with a pleasant, family atmosphere…
A penguin with a sombrero enters the room, and what does he say?
Hi, where’s the plane?
