Cllr Jonathan Bishop

Interests

General
Information Technology has formed a big part of my life beyond childhood. I have developed a deep enthusiasm for the Internet and Online Communities, and have excelled in the IT industry developing the Circle of Friends social networking technology and the PARLE e-learning system. Most of my IT systems have been based around database technology, and my passion for using the technology has been influenced by the enthusiasm of my Database Theory lecture Rob Large and my subsequent MSc supervisor Dr. Ray Kingdon.
My successes in the later part of my academic career have been heavily influenced by Dr. Mike Reddy, a lecturer who supervised me throughout my studies into computing at the University of Glamorgan.
Music
I generally listen to anything that catches my ear. I like Gary Newman's 'Cars' as it was released in the year I was born and shows how autistic people can be innovative and become leaders in their fields. I like Chanelle Hayes's 'I Want It' as it shows that even those who are not natural at something can achieve success if they are given the opportunity.
Television
I like watching Formula 1 - I started supporting Lewis Hamilton before the beginning of the 2007 season when I heard his inspirational story of how he wanted to become a Formula 1 driver since a young age and achieved it, making me believe that I can achieve my childhood dream to get a doctorate, which I am now enrolled on.
Books
An number of books have influenced my in my research and development of online communities. Deborah Hix's 1993 book 'Developing User Interfaces' put me on a good footing for developing Web-based system and Jenny Preece's 2000 book 'Online Communities' refined this work to give me a solid platform for developing online communities. If it were not for Amy Jo Kim's book, 'Community Building on the Web' I would not have the technical appreciate of online communities that she gave me through proposing the 'Membership Lifecyle'
Heroes
Real - Keir Hardie. First leader of the Labour Party who as MP spoke out for the mining families of Pontypridd, despite the electoral consequences of doing so.
Imagined - Robin Hood. The binary oppositions of the legend have always appealed to me.

Details

Status: Single
Here for: Networking
Hometown: Pontypridd
Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
Religion: Christian - other
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Children: Love kids, but not for me
Smoke: No
Education: Post grad
Occupation: Company Secretary

Schools

University of Glamorgan
- Pontypridd, United Kingdom
- Graduated: 2007
- Student status: Alumni
- Degree: Master's Degree
- Major: Computing
- Minor: Law
- Clubs: Labour Students, Debating Club, Glam TV
1998 to 2007

Latest Blog Entries

Mar 6, 2007 9:33 PM Welcome to my MySpace Blog

Blurbs

About me:

I was born on the 8th of November 1979 at East Glamorgan Hospital in Llantwit Fardre, Pontypridd and named Jonathan Edward Bishop. My middle name, Edward was taken from my grandfather Edward Bishop, who was part of the mining revolution in industrialised Rhondda, working at many mines in South Wales, including Ty Mawr. Edward Bishop joined Ty Mawr after the end of the Second World War and was there during its merger with Lewis Merthyr Colliery in 1958 before retiring in 1968 after a career in mining spanning five decades. Edward Bishop, or "Grampy Ted" as his grandchildren call him, has served as an inspiration to me demonstrating the importance of a strong work ethic and like his grandfather Ted, I have also found inspiration in my Rhondda-born father, who when faced with adversity that threatened my future on each occasion found a way through for the benefit of the whole family. I feel fortunate, not only to have a mother that takes on many of the adversities that I have faced, but one who has given me a family history of entrepreneurship, gallantry and statesmanship.

Who I'd like to meet:

I am delighted to have been elected as a Labour & Co-operative Town Councillor for Treforest. I have made it my mission to represent my community and change it for the better and gaining public office seems to me the best way to do it. As Treforest's only Labour councillor I will ensure that the village is lifted from the shadows of a community dogged by divisions into one proactive in progress, where Labour and co-operative values of equality, solidarity and respect are embedded into everyday practice. Treforest may have lost its 'voice' when Tom Jones left, but I will speak up for all those in Treforest suffering injustice, whatever their problem and whatever the level of government responsible. I will continue to invest in new systems to improve my communication with voters and better answer their queries.

Friend Space (Top 24)

Comments

BenSem

Jun 21 2009 8:07 PM

Hey hows it going. Hope is well. I was wondering if you would like to have a free album? You can get it at http://www.megaupload.com/?f=3NNQTYF1
I would love to know what you think

Speak soon

Sem
Zephyr

Nov 5 2007 10:36 PM

Hello Jonathan

Just letting you know we have some gigs coming up this weekend

The Reckless Engineer. - Bristol , On Saturday 10th November 2007.

&

The Claude - Cardiff, On Sunday 11th November 2007

It would be great if you came and joined us.

All Myspace Freinds That Turn Up Get A Free Zephyr CD - Just Ask The Singer!!

If you cant make it to these gigs please take a look at our page to see when we are playing at a venue near you.

Look Forward To Seeing You.

Zephyr!!
Zephyr

Aug 24 2007 11:51 AM

Hello Jonathan

Just letting you know we have 2 gigs this weekend.

Gwynfi Athletic Social Club. - Abergwynfi , On Saturday 25th August 2007 (This Saturday)

and

Blackwood Balloon Festival - Blackwood , On Monday 27th August 2007 (This Bank Holiday Monday)

It would be great if you came and joined us.

All Myspace Freinds That Turn Up Get A Free Zephyr CD - Just Ask The Singer!!

If you cant make it to this weeks gigs take a look at our page to see when we are playing at a venue near you.

Look Forward To Seeing You.

Zephyr!!

P.S. Zephyr are looking for a bass player at the moment. If anyone knows someone suitable please let us know.
GaryGary Hills

May 18 2007 10:40 PM

How's that music event coming together? hope things went well in your area during the Welsh Assembly Elections elections.
Kelly- Beside our troopsKelly Jolly

Apr 29 2007 9:30 PM

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Kelly- Beside our troopsKelly Jolly

Apr 21 2007 9:25 PM

One out of 150 children will be born on the spectrum. In addition, there are many foster parents needed in the world so children do not go on and live unloved. Right at this second, a child is hungry, being abused or homeless. We are united in awareness for the children and the disabled! Thanks for all your support! KAJ
PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD. WE ARE ALL VERY GREATFUL!
Peter Hain

Mar 20 2007 9:39 AM

Hi Johnathon,

Thanks for adding me - feel free to message me with any ideas, comments or queries you have. I'd love to hear from you,

Best wishes,

Peter.
Peter Hain

Mar 20 2007 9:39 AM

Hi Johnathon,

Thanks for adding me - feel free to message me with any ideas, comments or queries you have. I'd love to hear from you,

Best wishes,

Peter.