Cliff Gurdin
The idea of Eat IT Drink IT grew from Cliff’s love of IT. Having previously worked at senior levels in both the public and private sector varying his career between front line IT support management and technical implementation management roles, he decided that creating and running his own company was the next step.
Edy Staines
Edy is a fully certified electrician who has a specialist interest in IT systems installation and support. Given his expert electrical experience Edy specialises in complex bespoke IT installations as well as managing all the clients in the South East. Edy has project managed some of the largest installations that Eat IT Drink IT has conducted to date.
Anthony Crawford
Anthony brings with him more than 10 years’ experience within the IT industry. He is a perfect fit for our team having previously worked as a bartender and a chef, he brings a real understanding of hospitality to the table. His knowledge of the inner workings of these sectors allows him to resolve issues effectively, developing real working relationships with our customers to better service our ever-growing customer base.
Jack Cooper
Jack has spend the best part of 15 years working in senior management within hospitality maintaining and supervising some of the largest entertainment venues in Liverpool and Manchester. Jack has always taken a keen interest in all things technical and has a wealth of experience installing new systems and delivering customer requirements. Jack takes a lead on all things engineering and assists the support team during any rare downtime.
Michael Riding
Mike joined the team in December 2021 as a technical support engineer. He studied computing at the university of Leeds and is keen on always expanding his knowledge. He has gained many years of experience in the customer service and technical support field.
Liam Kelly
Liam holds a degree in Computer Science and bring extensive experience from the hospitality industry, making him a great fit for the Eat IT Drink IT team. He is part of our EPOS and Support Teams, where he helps our valued customers with dedication and a can-do approach.
Liam Glackin
Liam brings extensive experience from the financial sector, with a background in private banking, customer-facing security solutions, and financial consultancy. At Eat It Drink IT, he works closely with our Cyber Security specialists to design and deliver tailored security solutions for our clients. With a strong commitment to customer care, Liam is dedicated to ensuring the highest level of service and building lasting trust with every client.
Tom Rossington
Tom joined the team in January 2025, bringing over three years of experience in the customer service industry. As an IT Support Technician, he handles the service desk, answering customer calls, logging their requests, and managing support tickets from creation to resolution. His goal is to deliver efficient, friendly, and effective technical assistance to every client he helps.
Oliver Churm
Oliver's career began in retail, where he developed strong communication skills and gained a deep understanding of customer service. This foundation led him to pursue further education, completing A-Levels and an IT apprenticeship, which allowed him to transition into a technical support role.
Today, he works as a qualified support technician, also assisting with engineering solutions in the hospitality industry. His focus is on using technology and service expertise to enhance the customer experience and deliver reliable, high-quality support.
Sam Smith
With over five years of experience in the hospitality industry, I’ve worked across both front-of-house and back-of-house roles, giving me a well-rounded understanding of the sector’s unique challenges and needs.
Currently, I’m a Network Engineer, where I’m involved in a wide range of technical projects — from installing networks at new sites and upgrading existing infrastructures to providing hands-on IT support when needed.
I hold certifications across the core areas we support, including networking, security systems (such as alarms and CCTV), and automation technologies. My goal is to deliver seamless, secure, and efficient tech solutions that help hospitality businesses thrive.
Mitchell Quin
With over 5 years of experience in the technology sector, my journey began in building and testing hardware before joining Eat IT Drink IT as a second line technician. I now lead the Cyber Security division, dedicated to finding innovative solutions that keep our customers as secure as possible.
Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, walking, climbing, hitting the gym, and gaming.