A team you can trust
Working with Mast People Support means you work with a team who have been hand picked for their professionalism, attention to detail and empathy.
OUR FOUNDER
Mast People Support was set up in 2020 by our founder and CEO Kate. Kate is a former Detective Sergeant from the Metropolitan Police who went on to lead the investigations function at a FTSE 100 luxury brand.
She is CIPD accredited and is in a fairly unique position when it comes to the support she can offer to organisations. She has a broad wealth of experience in law enforcement, retail, manufacturing, supply chain, corporate, not-for-profit and construction environments.
Kate is an accredited member of HR Independents and previously served as the Director of Training at the Association of Corporate Investigators.
We're not just investigators
We're the strategic minds, problem-solvers, and passionate professionals you can rely on
DIRECTOR
Ian joined Mast People Support in 2025 to lead on mediation as well as conduct investigations and deliver training. ​
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A former detective, Ian has extensive experience in investigations, having worked both in law enforcement and in-house for global brands. He has developed and implemented strategic approaches to investigations, ensuring proportionality, efficiency, and compliance with best practices.
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Ian has a background in cyber and forensic investigations and is an e-discovery subject matter expert (prior to his policing career he also designed audit management software) so he is uniquely equipped to provide guidance to organisations navigating complex digital and forensic challenges.
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In addition to his investigative work, Ian is a mediator, helping organisations resolve disputes with a fair and pragmatic approach. His ability to manage conflict and facilitate constructive dialogue makes him a valuable resource for organisations looking to strengthen their mediation processes
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OUR ASSOCIATES
At Mast People Support, our strength lies in the collective expertise of our associates. We have hand-picked a team of experts - who each one bring something unique. They will always take a hands-on, client-centric approach and live and breath our values!
Will Richards
Investigations Specialist
Will is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to investigations and business ethics. His consideration of the legal, cultural, geographical and risk landscapes ensures the best approach is always taken.
Perry Benton
Investigations Specialist
Perry is an investigator by profession and a people person by nature. He is an experienced and brilliant trainer and an interviewing subject matter expert - getting the best out of people is always his priorty.
Alice Bromwich
HR Specialist
Alice is passionate about HR. She brings commercial focus and acumen. Her ethos revolves around listening, recognising the unique factors and personalities in each issue, and ultimately delivering first-class, positive solutions.
Hannah Grinsted
HR Specialist
Hannah has a huge amount of experience in employee relations and pays keen attention to impact, learnings and culture. She enjoys helping teams navigate the uncomfortable and tricky people situations.