Ashley brings a wealth of technology- based training expertise, having previously run the training-technology business InfoBasis (sold to Salary.com), and before that as director of global learning services at Microsoft.

Ashley will help to drive Brightwave's future expansion and further enforce the company's growing reputation for delivering high-quality and high-impact eLearning solutions. He will build on the company's leading bespoke eLearning programmes and oversee the growth of the company's new ready-to-use learning and performance services such as LiveTime Learning, the interactive live online training channel, and the Local Government eLearning Service.

"I'm very excited to be joining one of eLearning's most successful companies at such a key time", says Wheaton. "Brightwave has an exceptional reputation for delivering high- quality eLearning, and I believe that with the expertise we have throughout the company, we will be able to raise the bar even higher for the eLearning sector."

Charles Gould, Brightwave's MD adds, "We're delighted that Ashley is joining the Brightwave team to support and oversee our ambitious growth plans. He understands the needs of a fast-growing eLearning agency and also appreciates the challenges facing our clients and their requirement for quality solutions that centre on the learning experience and deliver a genuine return on investment."