At the core of everything Stephen does is a deep passion for helping companies evolve, adapt, and grow with confidence. Whether guiding energy operators through digital transformation or mentoring the next generation of talent, his focus remains unwavering: creating lasting value through innovation, insight, and integrity. Stephen’s vision for Elite is rooted in progress — not just for clients, but for people. Read more about his journey, and how that passion continues to shape the future of our company.
Our company was founded over 17 years ago when Stephen recognised a recurring issue across major projects: too many failed not because of poor technology or ambition, but due to a lack of experienced-based leadership and genuine subject matter expert involvement. Determined to change that, Stephen created our company — a company built on the principle that successful transformation requires both deep industry knowledge and hands-on guidance. His vision remains at the heart of what we do: helping organisations navigate complexity with confidence, clarity, and a partner who truly understands the terrain.
From the beginning, Elite Energy was designed to do more than just deliver projects — it was built to create high-performing teams capable of driving meaningful change. Stephen’s vision was rooted in the belief that expert leadership and practical experience are critical to success. That same belief powers our commitment to nurturing talent at every level, from seasoned professionals to those just beginning their journey. Our Cadet Programme is a direct extension of that ethos — providing structured learning, real-world exposure, and mentorship to help the next generation thrive.
For Stephen, commitment is placed at the centre of everything we do at Elte Energy.
Not just showing up, but standing beside our clients, owning the outcome, and delivering with integrity. We're only as good as our last client — and Stephen will never forget remind us of that.
So what does the future look like?
It’s not about grand deployments or chasing the next shiny piece of tech. It’s about delivering secure, scalable, and robust solutions that actually work — built with the right technology for the right purpose. It’s about giving our clients the confidence and flexibility to evolve and sustain their organisations on their own terms.
Five years ago, we were talking about cloud and security. Today, we’re asking how cloud technology meets the functional needs of the business. He believes there’s a place for AI — not to replace people, but to accelerate them. No-code, low-code, and citizen development aren’t just buzzwords here — they’re tools that unlock capability across the entire organisation.
And while digital ways of working are here to stay, Stephen has seen first-hand that the most powerful outcomes happen when we work together, with our clients, not just for them. That human connection — collaboration, trust, shared ambition — that’s where we thrive.
