Stuart Dunne, MD

Stuart Dunne was injured in 1985 following a road traffic accident, rendering him paralysed at C6/7. Stuart pursued sport during this rehabilitation, and this is where he realised there were many incredible products available; but not in the UK.

Cyclone Mobility started in 1989.  Stuart is Cyclone’s driving force and pushes his team, continuously to achieve its ultimate goal. To become the nations rehabilitation and mobility solutions centre for excellence.

Stuart, who is married and has two boys, has dedicated his working life to helping people with paralysis. Stuart sources cutting edge products from around the globe, that improve the lives of people with SCI’s. Stuart is a keen advocate of all Cyclone products. The very products that vastly improve his quality of life and in-turn, the lives of his family.

Carl Hird, Commercial Director

Carl Hird was involved in a road traffic accident in 2001 that left him paralysed at T4. During his rehabilitation, Carl took to wheelchair tennis, and along with our Mobility Advisor, Mark Eccleston, took part in 2005 Cliff Richards Tennis Classic.

He joined Cyclone Mobility in 2005. In 2015, Carl helped the development of the new Head Office over in the North West, where he is now Cyclone’s Commercial Director.

When not working Carl spends his time with his family and enjoys watching football as an avid Liverpool supporter.

Mark Eccleston – Mobility Adviser

Mark Eccleston suffered a spinal Cord Injury at C6/7. Whilst in Southport’s Spinal Unit, he started playing Table Tennis and entered the National Wheelchair Games, Mark went on to win the Gold medal. Mark then played Wheelchair Rugby and was Captain of the Southport team at the National Championship. In 1992, he was selected to represent GB and became captain.

Mark retired from Rugby after the 1996 Paralympics and turned his attention to Wheelchair Tennis, where he went on to win 7 National titles. Mark became the first British tennis player to achieve World Number 1. He was also a member of the first GB team to win the World Team Cup and went on to compete in the 2004 Paralympics, achieving a silver medal.

Mark Eccleston became a Mobility Adviser for Cyclone Mobility in 2014, but has been part of Cyclone through sponsorship during his sports career by Stuart Dunne and the team at Cyclone.

When Mark isn’t at work, he enjoys watching sport including Liverpool Football Club and St. Helens Rugby League, and venturing out on his Batec Quad Hybrid.

Chris Chegwin – Mobility Adviser

Chris Chegwin was injured as a teenager which left him Paraplegic T10 since Friday 13th May 1977. In the ’80s, Chris started an engineering company and built it up to nearly 2 million turnover and at it’s max had 46 employees. He was one of the early pioneers, and in 1988 was awarded his pilots licence and since has flown many types of fixed and flex wing aircraft.

He became a check pilot in 2012 and has built 4 aircraft and restored 1. His current project is a 1,500 hr aerobatic build. Chris runs an airfield with 14 aircraft from gyros to gliders in his spare time.

Chris has worked for Cyclone for 15 years and we estimate has travelled nearly 3/4 of a million miles to help improve the lives of our post injury customers.

Richie Powell – Mobility Adviser

Richie Powell was a keen Rugby Player, Gymnast and Cricketer. From being very young, he represented his school and County. At the age of 18, Richie suffered a SCI at T4/5/6 after a motorbike accident, but hasn’t let that stop him. During rehabilitation at Rookwood Hospital, Richie met John Harris who encouraged him to get involved in Wheelchair Racing. Since then he has competed at the Paralympics, Commonwealth Games and World Championships.

He is also the Wales team captain in Coarse Fishing (competing in two world cups).

Richie is a music enthusiast and is the guitarist and singer in the band, Hammer Head.

Mike Kerr – Mobility Adviser

Mike suffered a Spinal Cord Injury at level C6/7 after diving into a swimming pool at the age of 17.

Since his accident, Mike went on to play competitive Wheelchair rugby, where he become Team GB’s captain at the Paralympics.

In his spare time, he enjoys rowing, watching sports (in particular football), and he’s also a car enthusiast.

Mike joined Cyclone very recently at their Mobility Adviser for Scotland.

Alex Toon – FES Adviser

Alex Toon achieved a level 2 NVQ in Carpentry and Joinery in 2011 and put his skills to the test when he went to work on barn conversions. In 2013, Alex started working for a maintenance company, specialising in repairing tall buildings.

In February 2014, Alex suffered a SCI at T10/11 in a downhill Mountain Biking accident, but that hasn’t stopped him living life to the full. He flew to Florida, USA, to take part in Project Walk Orlando and after three months of intense, unforgettable recovery, he returned home and carried on his fitness regime. Alex became a regular user of Cyclone’s FES solutions. In 2015, he joined Cyclone as an FES Advisor, and continues to help customers achieve their full potential.

Alex’s passion is cars, with a particular focus on classic Mini’s. His spare time is spent in his garage, fixing up his own 1989 Mini Mayfair.

Karen Dunne – Sales Administrator

Karen was a wheelchair rugby official in the 90’s and has been around people with wheelchairs for over 20 years. She has a knowledge of disability and empathises with the needs of people with limited mobility.

Karen works full-time at Cyclone Mobility and is the mother of two young boys. She is dedicated to helping Cyclone customers get the most out of their Cyclone experience.

Karen’s hobby is running and has competed in the Great North run 7 times.

Cat Szabo – Trainee Management Accountant

Cat Szabo graduated with a BA Honours Degree in Journalism from Leeds Becket University. After completing her Professional Diploma in Accounting, Cat joined Cyclone Mobility in their Accounts Dept. Cat continues her studies and is currently pursuing a qualification with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Away from work and her studies, Cat loves a Gin and Tonic with friends, cuddling her two cats Brucey and Lil and training to complete another Tough Mudder!

Andrea has a background in mobility and independent living and works full-time at Cyclone Mobility. She is dedicated to helping Cyclone customers get the most out of their Cyclone experience.

As a mother of two young men and four cats, Andrea is often found in the kitchen at home baking or cooking.  Andrea is passionate about the welfare of animals and follows a vegan lifestyle. In her spare time, she enjoys attending UK festivals serving healthy plant-based food to hungry revellers.

Russell has been involved in marketing for over 25 years. He has worked in many different companies and spent over 10 years self-employed, helping organisations with all aspects of their marketing requirements.

Previously working in the IT industry he was attracted to Cyclone by the opportunity of working in both the B2C and B2B sectors and helping the company grow at an exciting time in its development.

Away from work he is married with two grown-up children, who now cause much more grief than when they were younger!

After graduating as a physiotherapist, Paul specialised in neurological rehabilitation. He has gained five years experience working in a range of private and charitable rehabilitation centres.

Paul began his role as Clinical Support Officer at Cyclone in April 2018. He has an interest in the rapidly emerging field of rehabilitative technologies, and wants to empower individuals to manage their neurological condition.

Andrew graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a BA Honours Degree in Business Management. Upon completing his degree, he joined Cyclone’s Marketing Dept.

Away from work he enjoys watching football and is an avid Liverpool FC fan. Andrew is also a photography enthusiast and enjoys running

Cathrine is an HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a strong professional history working in the NHS, social care and the private sector as a practitioner, manager and clinical commissioner.

Cathrine has clinical skills and knowledge within the field of physical health; orthopaedics, rheumatology, neuro-rehabilitation and long-term conditions, focussing on enabling individuals to achieve their maximum potential and improve quality of life. In addition, Cathrine has managed occupational therapy teams, providing strong leadership and promoted high standards of professional practice to ensure the delivery of high quality customer focussed services.

In 2013 Cathrine started her own company Equip for Life Ltd, providing clinical and management consultancy for individuals and organisations and has successfully completed many contracts within the public and private sector.

Cathrine is currently working with Cyclone as a consultant to lead on the development of Occupational Therapy services and products to enable individuals to achieve their optimum level of independence.