Our Team

Richard Wear
Richard WearFounder and Principal Consultant
Having worked in the industry for 16 years as an employer and manager of a dedicated team, Richard knows the difficulties of hiring key specialist staff and has tried most methods available over the years. The lessons learnt from this experience are the inspiration for interfacio and the principles of the service that we offer.

Richard has worked in the professional audio industry since graduating from Warwick University, England in 1986 with a BSc Hons in Engineering Science. As a school music scholar with a strong interest in recording, Richard’s career took its own natural course. Initially working in direct sales of high-tech recording equipment supplying the UK music, recording and TV sectors, Richard moved on to work for the Japanese manufacturer Fostex where he became sales and marketing manager for the company’s range of professional audio products. There he spearheaded the development of a number of ground-breaking digital audio products designed for the film and post-production markets. During this time Richard worked on numerous product development and marketing assignments in Europe, Asia, the USA and the UK.

In 1995 Richard was appointed by Celestion International Ltd as Marketing Director, where he gained valuable experience in the world of MI product manufacturing and global distribution. After establishing a Professional business unit and formulating a targeted product development and international marketing program, Richard was appointed Director & General Manager of the Celestion Professional Products Division in 1996. Responsible for world-wide sales, marketing, distribution and development activity, this gave Richard a unique insight into the diverse business challenges and methodologies needed by a specialist global technology brand business.

In addition to working with distributors and customers in all parts of the world, Richard has a particularly well developed experience of the US market place and has managed directly a US sales and marketing function from 1995-97. He has continued to be actively involved in sales, marketing and distribution activity in the USA since that time.

David Jackson
David JacksonRecruitment Consultant, Lighting and Entertainment
David brings a lifelong experience and passion for the lighting and entertainment technology industry with a natural flair and interest in people to his role with Interfacio. 25 years of sales and management experience in Pro Audio and Lighting, including time working with Richard at Celestion back in 2000. His most recent role in the industry was as International Sales Director at MGC Lighting Group, exporting to more than 90 countries globally. David’s main areas of market knowledge and expertise include broadcast, stage and entertainment technology and his business management experience spans Europe, Africa, Middle East and APAC with a particular focus on South East Asia.

When time permits, David enjoys travelling, in this photo David is in Santorini where he was island hopping around Greece. David loves live music and even volunteers at festivals. He also likes being on the other side of the camera as an occasional film extra, so keep an eye out for him on the big screen!

Ani Simon-Hart
Ani Simon-HartRecruitment Consultant, Research and Development Engineering
Ani joined Interfacio in 2024 as an R&D Engineering Recruitment Consultant, with 17+ years in the tech industry, beginning in Software Development and progressing through Project Management, People Operations, and Talent Acquisition.

Ani has a degree in Software Engineering, bringing deep technical expertise and industry insight. Her professional experience spans UK, European, US, and African markets, also fuelling her passion for travel and culture. As an avid DJ and self-confessed ‘techie’, she enjoys exploring the latest innovations in audio technology.

Patrícia Dias
Patrícia DiasRecruitment Operations Manager
Patrícia joined our team bringing a wealth of Recruitment and HR knowledge with her. She is Portuguese and has been living and working in the UK since 2020.

Patrícia started her professional career as a Social Worker and found her passion for people within recruitment. She has been building her career in global recruitment within the construction industry over the last 5 years and has an in-depth understanding of every facet of the role.

Patrícia has a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management from Lisbon School of Economics and Management which has given her a sophisticated understanding of the structural importance that people play in successful organisations.

Her passion for people, gaining a deep understanding of their skills, experience and expectations is something that challenges and motivates her every day. With a true interest in human behavior, she is fascinated by what people are able to say without words.

Connor Booth
Connor BoothSenior Recruitment Sourcer and Coordinator
A relatively recent arrival to the UK, Connor completed his bachelor’s in media production in 2020 before spending 18 months as a runner on Avatar: The Way of Water at the tail end of its production, gaining huge insight into the intricate processes of a world class production, and particularly this movie’s unique post-production techniques.

After finding his feet in London, Connor is excited to begin his new chapter in the AV industry, bridging his enjoyment connecting with people and his passion of film, video & post-production and all things music and audio. Drawing from his experience working alongside some of the industry’s leaders in their craft and with cutting edge technology, Connor is looking forward to helping develop the careers of professionals working in, or looking to get into, these sectors.

Outside of work Connor enjoys pursuing his hobbies of photography and videography, making music with his friends, and travelling to new places.

Girija Negi
Girija NegiRecruitment Sourcer and Coordinator
Girija previously worked in recruitment within the finance and non-profit sectors and holds a Masters in International Human Resource Management from Queen Mary University of London and a CIPD Level 7. Girija is passionate about developing her career in Human Resources, she is motivated by creating positive candidate experiences and building genuine connections. She enjoys exploring how psychology shapes human interaction and the workplace. Outside of work, she has a strong sporting background in boxing, enjoys writing, visiting museums, and discovering new places and cultures.
Davide Zuccotti
Davide ZuccottiSourcer
A passionate musician, Davide graduated from SAE in Audio Engineering, and in 2008 he started working as a live sound engineer in his hometown: fashionable Milan. He quickly rose through the ranks of the local music community and soon became a resident engineer at famed local venues, including the prestigious La Scala theater.
This exposed him to international productions and further progressed his career in Europe, specializing in contemporary music and modern theater productions.

In 2016, Davide began working in the position of Education and Application support manager at d&b audiotechnik’s headquarters in southern Germany, a position he continued to work in for five years. He now works with Interfacio as a talent sourcer, conducting market mapping and research as part of our recruitment operations team.

“Helping people progress through their careers gives me the same excitement that working with the Rolling Stones does! Well… kinda. :-D”

Chelsea Read
Chelsea ReadOffice and Finance Manager
Chelsea is new to the audio and media technology industry after returning to work from maternity leave. She has a varied career background and has extensive knowledge in managing a small business as well as recruitment and management. Chelsea has over 10 years of experience directly line managing both large and small teams of employees and shares her wealth in knowledge in HR procedures.

Chelsea is responsible for all financial and admin aspects here at Interfacio and ensures the business is managed effectively and aids its development and growth. She loves interacting with people on a day to day basis and brings positive energy to the team and office.

Alongside Interfacio Chelsea also has a small business venture baking delicious brownies for events and selling them online.