Guest Authors
Guest Authors
We are proud and delighted to introduce our special guest authors, all of whom are highly respected experts in their respective fields of expertise.
Jason Clarke
Jason Clarke is a highly experienced paving and groundwork specialist, proudly continuing a family trade spanning over 95 years. With over 40 years in the industry, Jason remains as passionate and driven as he was when he set out to make paving not just functional but visually striking.
Jason’s career has been marked by exceptional support from clients, suppliers, and manufacturers, including Marshalls Paving, a market leader that recognized his talent in 2002. This partnership led to numerous regional and national awards, the design and construction of a show garden at the RHS Tatton Flower Show (earning a Silver Gilt medal), and features in leading garden and home publications. Jason’s proudest achievement is his longstanding collaboration with Marshalls, with over 20 years of brochure appearances, 11 front covers, and roles in two television commercials filmed at Pinewood Studios.
Inspired by the master artisans and unforgettable characters he encounters daily, Jason continues to push boundaries in his field. He attributes much of his success to his grandfather, John Gilbert, and uncle, Pat Gilbert—two legendary pavers who set the standard for excellence. Jason also cherishes the lifelong friendships he’s made through the NSC community.
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Jamie Gledhill
Jamie Gledhill, Engineering Technical Manager at Brett Landscaping, has 15 years of expertise in commercial paving, specialising in permeable paving and specialist kerbs. He collaborates with designers, councils, and housebuilders to enhance public spaces with sustainable, high-quality paving solutions. As a member of the Interpave Technical Committee, Jamie focuses on sustainable urban development, efficient water management, and flood risk reduction. Respected for his technical knowledge and innovation, he plays a key role in ensuring public spaces are safe, durable, and accessible.
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Brad O'Leary
Heritage Builder, leading expert on the use of lime in the construction industry, with twenty-five years of experience.
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Harvey Keates
Director of Core Landscape Supplies, leading supplies of all thing soil stabilisation and associated works.
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Neil Parslow
As the UK’s leading landscape lighting designer, Neil has over 20 years of experience in this intricate art form. He has successfully undertaken projects of various scales, both within the UK and internationally. Throughout his career, Neil has received extensive training and collaborated with renowned lighting designers from the United States. He regularly contributes to trade magazines focusing on landscape lighting. His expertise encompasses both designing and specifying installation requirements. Additionally, Neil holds certifications as a qualified tree climber (NPTC CS38 Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue) and is an NVQ3 Electrician to BS7671. He is also a member of The Professional Garden Consultants Association – MPGCA.
Neil is the founder and lead designer at Light Visuals Ltd, a London-based manufacturer of high-quality, modular landscape garden and architectural lighting products, holding numerous UK and worldwide first innovations. Light Visuals takes pride in being a part of the Circular Economy and is dedicated to manufacturing its products in Britain while prioritising environmental considerations.
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Nelson Birch
With over 45 years of experience, Nelson is one of Britain’s leading experts in resin bound and tarmac surfaces.
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Bo Cook
Bo Cook MSGD MAPL MSc FdA
Bo is a highly experienced designer, specialising in landscaping projects, working with the existing site, and using reclaimed and recycled hard landscaping materials where possible. Very well respected by professional landscapers and designers. Liaison Designer for The Association of Professional Landscapers.
Selection of the right material for the project is paramount, having regard to use and location, including honouring local building styles. www.bocook.co.uk
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Cleo Clanning
Cleo Canning is owner of The Paving Experts, a family run landscaping & construction materials merchants, based in Staffordshire. With over 25 years of expertise in the trade, she started learning early on from her grandad, a brickie & landscaper. Cleo gained specialist knowledge working for & alongside some of the most well-known names in our industry, Instarmac Group, Tarmac TopPave, Instarmac, GCM, EH Smith, A W Lumb, Marshalls & Aggregate Industries.
Respected for her knowledge & technical insight, particularly around specialist landscaping materials, she’s passionate about her business & customers. Got a question about Flowpoint?! She’s the woman to ask!
Looking to be a guest author?
Are you a knowledgeable professional in the paving industry? We encourage you to share your expertise with our audience. Please get in touch to discuss the possibility of contributing your work to our magazine.
