W.Howard employs over 165 people across five sites. Each one of our experienced team brings a unique blend of talent, expertise, passion and perspective to the table.
You can find out more about some of our team below…
Jonathan Grant
Group Chief ExecutiveWhat do you do at W.Howard? It depends who you ask… but definitely more on the strategic side these days. When did you join W.Howard? 3rd September 1986 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The people, and working together as a team to achieve the best we can. What […]
Graham Williams
Group Chief Operating OfficerWhat do you do at W.Howard? I work closely with our talented employees to deliver the best results possible and make the business a place in which people want to contribute When did you join W.Howard? 31st March 2003 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? An environment that allows personal […]
Phil Tissington
Managing Director (W.Howard UK)What do you do at W.Howard? I am responsible for the Group Operations, from purchasing of raw material, manufacturing and then warehousing / delivery to our customers. My role also covers QHSE (Quality, H&S and environmental). We are lucky as a business to have a great Operations team. When did you join W.Howard? 2019 […]
Simon Fleet
Group Commercial Director & Managing Director (Powys)What do you do at W.Howard? I am responsible for the Commercial Team at W.Howard & Powys, which includes Sales, Marketing, Estimating and purchasing. When did you join W.Howard? March 2018 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The people, we have a fantastic team here at W.Howard who all work […]
Stuart Murray
Group Finance DirectorWhat do you do at W.Howard? Looking after the Groups finances, making sure we have the funds to operate and invest. When did you join W.Howard? June 2012 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The business is built on solid foundations and supported by an excellent workforce, but is not […]
Paul McKenna
Managing Director - KildareWhat do you do at W.Howard? I am involved in every aspect of the Kildare business from delivering strategic objectives, to the day to day running with the management team, working closely with both customers and suppliers. When did you join W.Howard? 2017 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The […]
Paul Ashurst
Group Financial ControllerWhat do you do at W.Howard? I’m part of the finance team and senior management team overseeing the day to day finance functions of all of W.Howard’s companies. I’m also involved in many continuous projects to evolve and improve our processes and systems. When did you join W.Howard? August 2015 What do you most enjoy […]
Emma Harmer
Group Marketing ManagerWhat do you do at W.Howard? Responsible for developing, implementing and executing the marketing plan and I manage our amazing marketing team! When did you join W.Howard? November 2021 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? A family run company who recognises the importance of the team and nurtures it. The […]
Tony Boon
National Sales ManagerWhat do you do at W.Howard? I currently mange the day-to-day sales for the W.Howard Group, including external and internal sales. When did you join W.Howard? January 2023 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? Working with such a talented team, working closely with our partners, and helping to develop the brand […]
Steve Greenhalgh
Operations ManagerWhat do you do at W.Howard? Ultimately, I’m part of a team that helps the business offer and deliver a quality product & service to our customer base, but behind the scenes I lead a strong operations team committed to developing & performing to the best of their abilities, looking for new opportunities to continually […]
Becci Brandish
HR & Wellbeing Officer UKWhat do you do at W.Howard? I help and assist our UK employees and managers with any issues or concerns they may have. I also support the delivery of HR and related strategies, which includes recruitment, retention, learning and development and health and wellbeing. When did you join W.Howard? November 2014 What do […]
Jake Cintra
National Account ManagerWhat do you do at W.Howard? National Account Manager and product specialist for our Real Wood Veneers range. When did you join W.Howard? 2019 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? Being well respected specialists in our market. Working with great teams across the different sites. Favourite Product and why? […]
Adrian McLean
Internal Sales ManagerWhat do you do at W.Howard? I manage a number of functions across the commercial team. These include order processing, customer service & telesales as well as producing quotes & estimates for made to order items. I am also involved in a number of projects with other senior members of the management team such as […]
Jack Weaver
Regional Account Manager - NorthWhat do you do at W.Howard? Visit all sorts of builders/Timber merchants promoting our products and helping customers with any enquiries or sales. Targeting new business and opening new accounts increasing our customer base. When did you join W.Howard? Dec 2014. What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The friendly, Family […]
Kevin Salter
Regional Account Manager - South WestWhat do you do at W.Howard? Cover the Midlands and South West assisting merchants with enquiries. Promoting the product and company. When did you join W.Howard? July 2023. What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The family ethos runs through the whole company, there is always someone to assist. What […]
Pete Frend
Regional Account Manager South East What do you do at W.Howard? My role is all about connecting with customers, handling enquiries and sales, and promoting our range of products to Timber/Builders merchants and other industrial users. I also target new markets and customers with the aim of increasing our customer base. When did you join W.Howard? July 2023. […]
Stefan Simm (Stef)
CI & Training ChampionWhat do you do at W.Howard? I have the pleasure of working with a great team at Astley site in this new role (Dec 2022 commenced) Whilst in its infancy I now look at establishing new SOP systems for the site and Training staff in all aspects for the machinery / production – whether that […]
Joe Rylance
QHSE Coordinator (UK)What do you do at W.Howard? I work across the sites in the UK ensuring we are working towards a high standard in quality, health & safety and environmental control. I assist the business with ISO accreditations. Always working towards continual improvement. When did you join W.Howard? September 2014 What do you most […]
Robert Moore
Production SupervisorWhat do you do at W.Howard? I am responsible for overseeing production at the Astley site When did you join W.Howard? September 2010 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The people. I have met lifelong friends working for W Howard, and have always had managers that have pushed me and […]
Leon Robeznieks
Site EngineerWhat do you do at W.Howard? I wear various 'hats' and 'multi role'. When did you join W.Howard? I started at Polyco in October 1999 and came under W.Howard when they bought Polyco in 2009. What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? In my 'multi job' role no day is ever […]
Maddy Higginson
Group Assistant Management AccountantWhat do you do at W.Howard? Count beans….. Accounts, tax etc etc When did you join W.Howard? June 2016 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The people, environment and flexibility. What is your Favourite Product and why? White Primed Torus What’s the best advice you’ve ever received? Don’t […]
Emma Bevan
Financial Controller (Powys)What do you do at W.Howard? I I am part of the Finance Team, responsible for the day to day finance function of Polyco in Newtown which includes making payments, budgeting, monthly reporting etc. When did you join W.Howard? July 2023 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The people, the culture […]
Matthew Bellin
Group Data AnalystWhat do you do at W.Howard? I help to maintain and create accurate codes and bills of material for all our product codes on Business Central. I also provide accurate reports for the finance and sales team across all 3 of our group locations When did you join W.Howard? September 2019 What do […]
Georgia Worrall
Group Accounts Assistant/Business SupportWhat do you do at W.Howard? A little bit of everything! From purchase ledger, to bookkeeping for our subsidiary companies, managing our property portfolio and everything in between When did you join W.Howard? October 2015 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? The varied roll and the people who I work […]
Matthew Potts
Marketing AssistantWhat do you do at W.Howard? I am a Marketing Assistant, were I create marketing materials for the W.Howard Group, as well as managing and updating the website and supporting the sales team with POS and product displays. When did you join W.Howard? August 2020. What do you most enjoy about working at […]
Luanne-Mae Dean
Digital Marketing ApprenticeshipWhat do you do at W.Howard? I am a digital marketing apprentice, so I will be supporting the Marketing Department alongside doing my apprenticeship qualification. I am looking forward to getting involved in all the various Marketing Projects with W.Howard. When did you join W.Howard? August 2023. What do you most enjoy about […]
Matt Coen
Sales Support AssistantWhat do you do at W.Howard? So my role is quite varied and no two days are the same, from order processing and supporting the external sales team to liaising with transport to fulfil customers requirements. I am also part of the team that deals with customer queries and enquiries through means of telephone or […]
Lesley Thomason
Sales Support AssistantWhat do you do at W.Howard? As a member of the sales team, part of the role includes order processing, dealing with enquiries & customer service. When did you join W.Howard? I joined in Feb 2023. What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? You are made to feel like you are […]
Chris Blair
Team Leader PM ShiftWhat do you do at W.Howard? I oversee a team of five on line two on the PM shift. I drive output and productivity, including setting and operating machinery. When did you join W.Howard? I originally joined W.Howard in 1999, left in 2009 and then returned in 2012. What do you most enjoy […]
Michelle Bancroft
Office Manager (Powys)What do you do at W.Howard? Manage day to day administrative processes from order placement to dispatch, including planning production and material management. What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? Being part of a proactive team. What is your Favourite Product and why? Any Veneer profile as finished veneered profiles can […]
Kayleigh Hemingway
HR and Admin AssistantWhat do you do at W.Howard? As part of the HR team, I assist in the delivery of HR functions for the W.Howard UK sites - which includes recruitment, retention and reward. When did you join W.Howard? I joined W.Howard in 2019 as a member of the sales team. I started my new role […]
Chloe Obee
Engineering InternWhat do you do at W.Howard? I am working on the scale up of our new production process for recycled MDF fibre insulation. When did you join W.Howard? August 2023 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? I love the varied nature of my role supporting the product R & D […]
Mark Rivers
Factory Floor Supervisor (Powys)What do you do at W.Howard? I deal with production and quality in the factory and deal with any employee issues. When did you join W.Howard? 2001 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? Each day brings something different. What is your Favourite Product and why? All of our veneered […]
Thomas Smith
Line Leader (Powys)What do you do at W.Howard? I run the factory floor smoothly and efficiently and help manage the team. When did you join W.Howard? 2003 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? Managing the team and seeing all the cracks fall into place like a well oiled machine. What’s the […]
Lukasz Grzegorzewski
Team Leader (Powys)What do you do at W.Howard? I run the machinery. When did you join W.Howard? 4th August 2014 What do you most enjoy about working at W.Howard? Setting up the machinery. What is your Favourite Product and why? American Black Walnut Ogee. Interesting fact about me? I enjoy going fishing. […]
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