Michael Fry
Michael Fry is the Managing Director of MKC Training, taking up the role in September 2024 to drive strategic direction, operational performance and organisational growth across the business. He has specialist knowledge of defence capability and critical technologies gained through a distinguished military and commercial aviation career.
Prior to joining MKC Training, Michael held a variety of senior leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer/Deputy CEO of Skytrans Airlines, Chief Commercial Officer of PNG Air and Commercial Director of CHC Helicopters Group. Before this, he served for 23 years in the RAF, including many years as an Aircrew Officer.
Peter Cox
Peter Cox became Commercial & Business Services Director in 2010. Peter oversees the company’s data and defence IT strategy and 5-year business plan. Previously, Peter was Commercial Manager, Commercial Director and Interim Managing Director at MKC Training, introducing Business Development and Project Management teams.
Prior to this, Peter was CFO of Optical Manufacturing and Managing Director of Engineering Manufacturing. He holds a BA Hons from Southampton University.
William Mitchell
William Mitchell became MKC Training’s Sector Director for Defence in 2024 and is responsible for developing long-term sustainable strategies while overseeing performance, strategy and growth. Leading on innovative training delivery and support solutions for the Defence sector, William has implemented critical changes to training delivery.
Previously, William held a number of roles including Head of Services at Babcock Defence and has a BSc in Geography from Southampton University.
Richard Ingram
Richard Ingram became Head of Training Support & Development in 2024, overseeing training transformation from design and quality assurance to learning support. Richard leads on embedding cultures across teams, highlighting employee recognition and engagement.
Previously, Richard was Head of Teaching & Quality Improvement (2021-2024). From 2006-2011, Richard was Quality Manager in the Royal Engineers CPD Team and holds a BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology from the University of Bath.
Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson joined MKC Training as Growth Director in March 2025. He is responsible for supporting the organisation’s future-focused strategy and evolving training offering, driving the development of innovative technologies, partnerships, and capabilities across the defence sector and adjacent sectors.
Previously, Michael worked in U.S. IT and technology companies for 25 years and spent 13 years in the Royal Air Force. He holds an MBA and MSc Management & Leadership degree from Western Governors University (USA).
