Company

Learn about the company's mission, guiding principles, and leadership spearheaded by a team of experts.

Who we are?

Big Energy Group Limited is a privately held, British-owned energy brokerage delivering energy procurement and advisory services to businesses. We offer industry-leading expertise within the energy space to help our clients to make decisions about their energy, with confidence.

Businesses choose to work with us because of our deep industry knowledge and our hands-on, pragmatic delivery approach. They seek our help in tackling their biggest challenges – navigating market volatility, developing procurement strategies, or help embedding their net zero plans.

Our clients run factories, build skylines, recycle waste and cure diseases. And we work alongside them the entire way – translating unique energy requirements into industry-leading outcomes that deliver sustainable value.

OUR RESULTS

We solve problems.
We focus on growth.
We deliver results.

Energy cost saved for clients

£21m+

Energy under management 

1TWh+

Number of clients served

400+

Client retention rate

97%

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OUR PURPOSE

It’s a powerful statement, reflecting our commitment to identifying new opportunities in energy that create value in business.

OUR VALUES

Our values are all about who we are, what we want to achieve, and the way we do it. They’re at the heart of our business, and are characteristics that have inspired trust and loyalty in our clients.

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We do what we promise

Our work is more than a job, it’s something we believe in. That’s why everyone here is dedicated to pushing our mission forward every single day.

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We do the right thing

We earn trust through our commitment to the highest ethical standards. When something doesn’t feel right, we speak up and act. 

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We thrive on change

Together with our clients, we lead change and solve problems. Because the next thing we do should always be better than the last thing we did. 

UK leadership team

At Big Energy Group, we have a forward-thinking team, grounded in strong energy pedigree. Our team bring a diversity of professional expertise and a shared commitment to promoting high standards of behaviour, ethics & competence across both the business and wider industry.

Chey
Garland CBE

Chief Executive Officer

Chey Garland CBE is CEO of Big Energy Group. As CEO, Chey is responsible for the long-term vision and direction of the company, working to align resources, talent and operations to serve clients and drive growth. Under her leadership, the company has enjoyed sustained growth and profitability and is well positioned to become one of the UK’s most trusted energy brokers.

As a renowned entrepreneur, Chey has over 40 years’ experience of successfully building businesses and has enjoyed high-profile success at a regional and national level. Her experience spans many sectors, where she has worked with leading brands to pioneer innovative customer service and process management solutions.

In 2001 Chey was named Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year, with later success following in 2005 when she won Veuve Clicquot’s Businesswoman of the Year award.  In the 2007 Queen’s Birthday Honours List Chey was awarded a CBE for Services to Business in the North East of in England.

Callum Swain

Commercial Director

Callum Swain was appointed Commercial Director in March 2024 and is responsible for the execution of Big Energy Group’s five-year strategic plan. In his role Callum oversees the commercial performance of the company, driving key growth initiatives and developing new revenue streams that support wider business objectives.

Prior to joining Big Energy Group, Callum held roles at Toyota (GB) PLC, Lexus UK, Northumbria University and Magnetic North Group. During his career, Callum has established a successful track record of developing go-to-market strategies that support long-term brand, acquisition and retention objectives.

Callum holds a degree in BA (Hons) Corporate Management from Northumbria University and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Callum has also lectured in Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Strategy and has published in leading academic journals including the Journal of Applied Research in Higher Education.

Shane Lightfoot

Client Services Director

Shane Lightfoot was named Big Energy Group’s Client Services Director in March 2024. In this capacity, Shane is responsible for enhancing the client experience through driving the delivery of the company’s coverage and capabilities to clients. Shane is a member of Big Energy Group’s Executive Management Team, which he joined in 2024.

Prior to his current role, Shane served as Head of Client Services at Magnetic North Group where he led the company’s Account Management function. Shane has also held positions with EDF Energy and Npower, where he managed domestic customer service teams and oversaw executive complaints departments.

Shane is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and regularly visits Big Energy Group’s client base across the UK. As Big Energy Group continues to grow, Shane is committed to making Big Energy Group the preeminent energy brokerage for I&C businesses with complex energy needs.

Adam Pearson

Account Director

Adam Pearson joined Big Energy Group in 2023 as an Account Director. In this role, Adam oversees the day-to-day running of client accounts and utilises his experience to support clients with their purchasing decisions, helping them navigate the energy market. Adam’s expertise lies in negotiating contract terms with our supplier panel, ensuring our customers find the best solutions possible.

Boasting extensive industry experience, over the last two decades Adam has worked extensively across the energy industry, holding positions with Npower, E.ON and Magnetic North Group. During his career, Adam has developed a strong command of the UK energy market and enjoys facilitating informed client procurement decisions.

As Big Energy Group continues to grow Adam is focused on driving strategic partnerships and market opportunities for business growth and expansion. Since joining Big Energy Group, Adam acts as a Guru for the Music Venue Trust (MVT), where he helps grass roots music venues reduce their energy expenditure to safeguard their role in the community.

Join us

Whether you’re in your early career or have a wealth of experience to build on, we offer a range of opportunities for those who want to make an impact, at work and beyond. 

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