About Us
Offering everything IT as a service to help you do business, better.
At NBConsult, we come to work each day because we're passionate about all things IT. Yes, we're a bunch of tech junkies who love giving our customers the support and guidance they need to get the job done. From moving workloads to the cloud and managing digital infrastructures to integrating on-premises technology with the latest innovations, we're in the business of handling all your IT needs so you don't have to.
We have well over a decade worth of experience helping businesses successfully use technology to meet their strategic requirements. As an international IT consulting group, our clients range from oil companies to asset management groups in countries spanning from Hong Kong and Australia to South Africa, the UK and the US.
To get in touch with us, call 021 914 2348 or email sales@nbconsult.co.za.
NBConsult | Nicolas Blank
An architect, author and speaker focused on all things cloud, Nicolas is NBConsult’s Founder and Group CEO. Involved both locally and internationally with Office 365 and Azure cloud communities, he consults to customers on cloud-based and on-premise Exchange.
Nicolas is the co-author of a 2013 Microsoft Exchange Server field guide and has been a Microsoft MVP for Microsoft Exchange since March 2007. He is also a lover of red wine, a travelling foodie and is passionate about CrossFit, but not necessarily in that order.
NBConsult | Timothy Stockhall
As the Group COO for NBConsult, Timothy has his hands firmly on the managerial reigns of the company. Timothy is in charge of all things business across the group. He has brought his strategic planning skills, his strong entrepreneurial mindset and his wealth of experience (gained while working for many years across different industries) to the NBConsult team.
A serious foodie, he loves nothing more than firing up the NBConsult braai to cook excellent steaks for the team. He is also a F1 nut, and a proud husband and father.
NBConsult | Timothy Stockhall
As the Group COO for NBConsult, Timothy has his hands firmly on the managerial reigns of the company. Timothy is in charge of all things business across the group. He has brought his strategic planning skills, his strong entrepreneurial mindset and his wealth of experience (gained while working for many years across different industries) to the NBConsult team.
A serious foodie, he loves nothing more than firing up the NBConsult braai to cook excellent steaks for the team. He is also a F1 nut, and a proud husband and father.
NBConsult | Wietsche Fourie
NBConsult’s Group CFO, Wietsche Fourie, is in charge of managing the taxman’s expectations and the group’s growth. As part of the NBConsult team since June 2015, he handles the finances for the various businesses that fall under the NBConsult brand.
As an ordained minister, husband and father he is also an avid sports fan and describes himself as the singing accountant.
Lava Lamp Lab | Gary Irwin
Gary has more than 20 years of experience working in ICT services and business. As the CEO of Lava Lamp - a Software Development and Solutions company that is part of the NBConsult Group – his focus is around offering software development and technology services to businesses in various industries ranging from retail and telecoms to tourism and fintech. Lava Lamp uses some of the most updated and newest technologies.
A lover of the outdoors, he enjoys mountain biking and kite boarding, especially if he can incorporate some sort of technology into it.
Lava Lamp Lab | Gary Irwin
Gary has more than 20 years of experience working in ICT services and business. As the CEO of Lava Lamp - a Software Development and Solutions company that is part of the NBConsult Group – his focus is around offering software development and technology services to businesses in various industries ranging from retail and telecoms to tourism and fintech. Lava Lamp uses some of the most updated and newest technologies.
A lover of the outdoors, he enjoys mountain biking and kite boarding, especially if he can incorporate some sort of technology into it.
NBConsult | Chris Stickells
With BSC Sport Science degree, Chris has applied his knowledge in coaching and managing teams to managing people and projects in the IT world. This versatility has set him up as the project manager for NBConsult.
He is Prince2 practitioner certified, a member of PMI (Project Management Institute) and fulfils a sales and licensing role at the company. Chris is passionate about all things tech. When he is not in front of his PC you can find him in the CrossFit box or out for a run.
NBConsult | Pierre Devereux
An MSP Manager at NBConsult, Pierre also handles the more technical side of things from patching and anti-virus to risk assurance and so much more. Pierre has an IT career that spans more than 20 years and has worked with multiple server and cloud technologies.
He is currently expanding his knowledge base and deepening his understanding of all things cloud tech. When Pierre isn’t behind his desk, he is tagging along for the ride while his sons teach him the art of Minecraft.
Designer Needed | Peet van Niekerk
Peet started Designer Needed in 2015 and joined the NBConsult team in 2018. Since his inception to the team, he has perfected the NBConsult branding! Apart from growing the teams brands he has also broken into the Global Market! So, if you feel your Social Media Design needs a boost He’s “the MAN”.
Inspired by challenging the status quo, when he isn’t drawing or collecting comic books, he’s absorbing all things pop culture and using these inspirations to impress clients.
NBConsult | Brian Reid
With nearly 30 years’ experience working with Microsoft and related technologies, it’s safe to say that Brian Reid is an industry veteran. The UK director of NB Consult, he specialises in helping his clients migrate to, and get the best from, Microsoft 365, including Azure Active Directory, mobility and device management, security and collaboration technologies.
This Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Master, and father of three helps customers to design and integrate their Microsoft 365 cloud with their current and new business processes.
NBConsult | Brian Reid
With nearly 30 years’ experience working with Microsoft and related technologies, it’s safe to say that Brian Reid is an industry veteran. The UK director of NB Consult, he specialises in helping his clients migrate to, and get the best from, Microsoft 365, including Azure Active Directory, mobility and device management, security and collaboration technologies.
This Microsoft MVP, Microsoft Certified Master, and father of three helps customers to design and integrate their Microsoft 365 cloud with their current and new business processes.