Name: Travis Kennard
Job Title: Lead Consultant
Start Date with Avanti: June 2016
How long have you been in the Recruitment Industry: Over 10 years
Career Path to date: At Avanti, I started as a Senior Consultant and then moved up to Principal, before sidestepping to a Team Lead role in 2020. Previously I have experience in both internal and agency recruitment.
Awards Received: Top biller 2019 & 2021. Record year. Record month.
Favourite Lunch Club Restaurant: Orwells (Try the lamb!)
Holiday Incentives Attended: Barcelona, Ibiza, Portugal, Monaco and Mexico (my favourite so far!)
What attracted you to join Avanti: The friendly and low-pressure culture, and the continual support from management.
Favourite Avanti moment to date: The opportunity to go to Monaco was incredible – something I will never forget!
Proudest achievement to date: Achieving a record month for the business.
How would you describe the culture at Avanti: Nurturing, collaborative & rewarding.
Why would you recommend a career at Avanti: You will be provided continual support and the opportunity to shape your career how you want it.
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Travis Kennard
Name: Travis Kennard
Job Title: Lead Consultant
Start Date with Avanti: June 2016
How long have you been in the Recruitment Industry: Over 10 years
Career Path to date: At Avanti, I started as a Senior Consultant and then moved up to Principal, before sidestepping to a Team Lead role in 2020. Previously I have experience in both internal and agency recruitment.
Awards Received: Top biller 2019 & 2021. Record year. Record month.
Favourite Lunch Club Restaurant: Orwells (Try the lamb!)
Holiday Incentives Attended: Barcelona, Ibiza, Portugal, Monaco and Mexico (my favourite so far!)
What attracted you to join Avanti: The friendly and low-pressure culture, and the continual support from management.
Favourite Avanti moment to date: The opportunity to go to Monaco was incredible – something I will never forget!
Proudest achievement to date: Achieving a record month for the business.
How would you describe the culture at Avanti: Nurturing, collaborative & rewarding.
Why would you recommend a career at Avanti: You will be provided continual support and the opportunity to shape your career how you want it.
Mike Walton
Name: Mike Walton
Job Title: Principal Consultant
Start Date with Avanti: August 2016
How long have you been in the Recruitment Industry: 17 years
Career Path to date: Joined as a Senior Consultant. Promoted to Principal Consultant
Awards Received: Monthly Top Biller & MVP Several Times. Top Biller 2018. Top Biller 2020
Favourite Lunch Club Restaurant: Orwells, Hand and Flowers and the French Horn
Holiday Incentives Attended: Barcelona, Marbella x2, Malta, Dubai, Ibiza, Monaco
What attracted you to join Avanti: I was approached by the MD and the opportunity looked interesting.
Favourite Avanti moment to date: The holidays are incredible and lunch clubs are always great – its so great to be recognised for just doing your job well. I’ve been here for over 6 years so too many favourite moments to list here.
Proudest achievement to date: Invoicing £1M and buying my first house. Also being top biller in 2020 during a global pandemic.
How would you describe the culture at Avanti: The best. I’ve been in the industry a long time and seen many things. Avanti have just got it right – I have found a career for life here.
Why would you recommend a career at Avanti: I’m not a fan of the term “work hard, play hard”, but it’s hard not to use it when it comes to Avanti. You can earn really good money and have a successful and meaningful career here whilst having a great time along the way. I’d recommend Avanti to anyone who is interested in having a go at IT Recruitment. The training and investment in every individual is amazing. The people here are brilliant, there is so much knowledge and success I feel very lucky to work here.
Name: Mike Walton
Job Title: Principal Consultant
Start Date with Avanti: August 2016
How long have you been in the Recruitment Industry: 17 years
Career Path to date: Joined as a Senior Consultant. Promoted to Principal Consultant
Awards Received: Monthly Top Biller & MVP Several Times. Top Biller 2018. Top Biller 2020
Favourite Lunch Club Restaurant: Orwells, Hand and Flowers and the French Horn
Holiday Incentives Attended: Barcelona, Marbella x2, Malta, Dubai, Ibiza, Monaco
What attracted you to join Avanti: I was approached by the MD and the opportunity looked interesting.
Favourite Avanti moment to date: The holidays are incredible and lunch clubs are always great – its so great to be recognised for just doing your job well. I’ve been here for over 6 years so too many favourite moments to list here.
Proudest achievement to date: Invoicing £1M and buying my first house. Also being top biller in 2020 during a global pandemic.
How would you describe the culture at Avanti: The best. I’ve been in the industry a long time and seen many things. Avanti have just got it right – I have found a career for life here.
Why would you recommend a career at Avanti: I’m not a fan of the term “work hard, play hard”, but it’s hard not to use it when it comes to Avanti. You can earn really good money and have a successful and meaningful career here whilst having a great time along the way. I’d recommend Avanti to anyone who is interested in having a go at IT Recruitment. The training and investment in every individual is amazing. The people here are brilliant, there is so much knowledge and success I feel very lucky to work here.
Ashley Payne
Name: Ashley Payne
Job Title: Lead Consultant
Start Date with Avanti: August 2021
How long have you been in the Recruitment Industry: Over 3 years
Career Path to date: Trainee - Consultant - Senior Consultant - Team Lead
Favourite Lunch Club Restaurant: Orwells
Holiday Incentives Attended: Portugal, Jamaica, Croatia
What attracted you to join Avanti: After progressing through the retail industry, I decided it would be good to take what I’d learnt and my skills to a different sector. After a message from Avanti and a chat with the Director around his progression coming from the same industry and his success, I was inspired.
Favourite Avanti moment to date: German Beerhause after lunch club. We had a great afternoon with all of the team
Proudest achievement to date: Promotion to Senior Consultant
How would you describe the culture at Avanti: The culture at Avanti is great. I’ve never worked in an environment where everyone supports each other to achieve to their goals. You would happily go for a drink with every single one of your colleagues
Why would you recommend a career at Avanti: The team: Everyone is so friendly and helpful and will give up their time to help you get up to speed. The rewards for doing a good job and earning potential are life changing. I’m glad I took the plunge and would happily recommend Avanti to anyone.
Name: Ashley Payne
Job Title: Lead Consultant
Start Date with Avanti: August 2021
How long have you been in the Recruitment Industry: Over 3 years
Career Path to date: Trainee - Consultant - Senior Consultant - Team Lead
Favourite Lunch Club Restaurant: Orwells
Holiday Incentives Attended: Portugal, Jamaica, Croatia
What attracted you to join Avanti: After progressing through the retail industry, I decided it would be good to take what I’d learnt and my skills to a different sector. After a message from Avanti and a chat with the Director around his progression coming from the same industry and his success, I was inspired.
Favourite Avanti moment to date: German Beerhause after lunch club. We had a great afternoon with all of the team
Proudest achievement to date: Promotion to Senior Consultant
How would you describe the culture at Avanti: The culture at Avanti is great. I’ve never worked in an environment where everyone supports each other to achieve to their goals. You would happily go for a drink with every single one of your colleagues
Why would you recommend a career at Avanti: The team: Everyone is so friendly and helpful and will give up their time to help you get up to speed. The rewards for doing a good job and earning potential are life changing. I’m glad I took the plunge and would happily recommend Avanti to anyone.