About Us
About River Technologies
Connecting Lancashire businesses through innovative telecommunications solutions since 2020
Our story
River Technologies was founded in 2020 by Jay Dobson, an experienced telecommunications professional with a lifelong passion for keeping businesses connected. The company name references the River Ribble, symbolising how we connect people and businesses through communication technology.
Born from the sale of Lake Technologies, where Jay developed his expertise over years of industry experience, River Technologies emerged with a clear mission: to provide Lancashire businesses with telecommunications solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with personal, attentive service.
Based in Leyland, Lancashire, we're proud to serve businesses across the region and beyond. Our customer-centric, tech-savvy approach emphasises clarity over industry jargon, tailored solutions aligned with your business goals, and exceptional customer support for businesses at any growth stage.
Our core values
Stewardship
Responsible management of customer products and services, treating your business communications with the care they deserve.
Integrity
Honest dealings and strong moral principles in all business operations. We believe in transparency and building lasting relationships.
Continuous Improvement
Commitment to learning and growth. Without continual progress and improvement, words like achievement and success have no meaning.
Enthusiasm
Passionate engagement that creates positive energy and elevates the quality of our work and service to your business.
Meet our team
The people behind our mission to keep your business connected.
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Jay Dobson
Managing Director
Founder with lifelong telecoms experience, previously trained at Lake Technologies. Jay established River Technologies in 2020, named after the River Ribble to symbolise connecting people and businesses through communication technology.
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Paul Dolan
Operations Director
30+ year industry veteran who joined in 2024 after pursuing farming interests. Paul brings decades of operational excellence and strategic insight to the River Technologies team.
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Phil Kushner
Technical Director
Specialised troubleshooter with 10+ years experience. Also a musician with creative problem-solving approach that brings innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
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Alex Dolan
Apprentice Network Engineer
Recent graduate excelling in Level 4 Network Engineering apprenticeship. Alex represents the future of River Technologies with fresh perspectives and cutting-edge technical knowledge.
What Our Customers Say
“River is run by a team of dedicated specialists who know communications inside out. The founder was brought up from a young age working in his family's Telecom business, so their knowledge is exceptional.”
Alastair
Lancashire Business
“From the initial meeting with Jay to the present day, River Technologies have been there every step of the way to provide us with the best phone system for our business.”
Susan
Lancashire Business
“The service from Jay has been second to none. He is knowledgeable, down to earth and patient — and when we moved to new office premises, he made the whole experience seamless.”
Vicki
Lancashire Business
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