Tim served as a British Army officer over two periods from 1995 to 2011, initially in the Royal Corps of Signals and subsequently in the Educational and Training Services Branch of the Adjutant General’s Corps. He has excellent technical and academic credentials and a wealth of experience in learning and training development. Over the last ten years, Tim analysed, designed and validated the UAE Joint Close Air Support training solution which was recognised as global best practice by the Joint Fires Support Executive Steering Committee.