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This list showcases the top United Kingdom based Director operating in the Textiles space. If you think a Director is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on editor@beststartup.co.uk.
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Companies House UK, Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Stuart Morgan
Chief Legal & Risk Officer, Group Company Secretary and Director of Sustainability & Communications of Coats plc
Stuart joined Coats in 2014 and is responsible for legal and compliance, governance, risk management and company secretarial matters. He was previously General Counsel, Global Retail and Wealth with Lloyds Banking Group where he led international teams and provided legal and regulatory advice, risk management guidance and strategic support. Prior to working at Lloyds Banking Group Stuart was Executive Director, Law and Compliance at Morgan Stanley and before that was a solicitor and mediator at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP.
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About Coats plc: The world’s leading industrial thread manufacturer and a major player in the Americas textile crafts market.
Emma Brannan
Managing Director of Jojo Maman Bebe
Emma Brannan is a marketing director at JoJo Maman Bebe. She is a former marketing manager at Grolier UK.
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About Jojo Maman Bebe: Jojo Maman Bebe is an independent multi-channel retailer of maternity wear, babywear, and nursery products.
George McNeil
Managing Director for Retail Division of Johnstons of Elgin
George McNeil is the managing director for retail division at Johnstons of Elgin.
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About Johnstons of Elgin: Johnstons of Elgin manufactures cashmere cloth, knitwear, and accessories.
Peter Rudd
Operations & Technical Director of Fast React Systems
Peter’s previous position as a consultant specialising in production management meant he was the ideal person to head up operations as part of the buyout of Fast React in 1999. He brought a wealth of experience to the role of Operations Director using his first-hand knowledge of the challenges facing the apparel, textile and footwear industries. He has always been very focused on identifying, designing and delivering effective solutions which apply the principles of best practice for the industry. Peter is ultimately responsible for the implementation of all Fast React solutions. This encompasses the initial training for customers as well as the ongoing support.
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About Fast React Systems: Coats Digital is leading the digital transformation of the fashion supply chain
Harry Mustoe-Playfair
Director and Owner of Prinfab
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About Prinfab: Prinfab is online retailer offering custom fabric printing
Ben Hargreaves
Sales and Marketing Director of Composites Evolution
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About Composites Evolution: Composites Evolution is a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of prepregs for producing lightweight structures from composite materials.
Simon Calvert
Trading Director of Bonmarche
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About Bonmarche: Bon Marche is a nationwide retailer specializing in value-for-money clothing for women aged 45 and over.
Julie Marshall
Director of Buying of Blue Max Banner
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About Blue Max Banner: Blue Max Banner is the independent supplier of schoolwear, leisurewear, sportswear and workwear in the UK.
