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Mark Thompson

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Managing Partner at Ryder Architecture
📍 Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Mark Thompson is the Managing Director of Ryder Architecture, where he is responsible for the firms strategic development. He started at British Shipbuilders before joining Ryder in 1988 and was named North East England Business Executive of the Year in 2018. He is an Honorary Fellow of the RIBA.

Outside of work, Mark chairs the blood cancer charity Bright Red, a cause he became passionate about after his wifes battle with Hodgkins lymphoma. He is a sports fan, particularly enjoying rugby, and is a supporter of Seghill RFC and Newcastle United. He is also a fair-weather cyclist and skier.

An interesting fact: Marks first experience at Ryder Architecture was as a window cleaner for the firms office in the summer of 1988 before he was hired.

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Experience
44 Years
Current Role
Managing Partner
Location
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Business Growth
He is proud of developing Ryder from a local practice of 14 people into a successful international business by focusing on a clear strategic 'Blueprint' and doing good work for clients.
Community Engagement
Chairs the blood cancer charity Bright Red and is active on several regional boards, including the North East England Combined Authority and the CBI North East Regional Council.
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Career

Work history

5-1997
Managing Partner
Ryder Architecture
11-1988 - 4-1997
Ryder Nicklin Partnership
9-1982 - 11-1988
British Shipbuilders
In the press

Media appearances

Episode 1 – Mark Thompson (Ryder Architecture): Tough Love. Featured in HWCA (Housing & Workplace Community Association)
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Reflecting on 35 Years with Mark Thompson. Featured in Ryder Architecture – News
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Education
1985 - 1989
Engineering and construction
Newcastle Poly
1979 - 1982
Although my Dad (RIP) often reminded me I should have worked harder - friends for life
George Stephenson High
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