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Our Team of Experts

Meet the team who can solve your problems, improve your process and increase your profits. Each one of our team is an expert in their field and we collaborate with the world's leading consultancies, research establishments and universities to deliver outstanding innovations for our customers.

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Mark Baldwin MBA

Managing Director

Mark has a wealth of experience in developing and growing multinational businesses and enjoys the challenge of growing Birch Chemicals globally.

Guilty pleasure

Curries, Whisky, Cognac and Apres Ski drinks

Hobbies

Golf, Competitive Squash and walking (between holes)

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Steve Foster

Commercial Director/Deputy Managing Director

30 years’ experience with the Singleton Birch Group. International product and market development expert with a deep technical understanding. Mentor to some of the UK's most promising talent.

Guilty pleasure

Loud music

Hobbies

Riding motorcycles, live music and supporting Liverpool FC

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Tim Prestwood

Operations Manager

Experienced in operations and process improvement. Using a spectrum of techniques to continuously improve products and production processes.

Guilty pleasure

Hob Nob biscuits

Hobbies

Walking and climbing

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Kieran Hiles

Production Manager

Highly experienced development and coaching professional with a passion strengthening team-work and collaboration. Kieran’s planning and organisational skills ensure our production facilities are always running efficiently.

Guilty pleasure

Movies and Marvel/DC Comics. Food challenges inspired by man vs food

Hobbies

Football specifically, supporting Liverpool FC, Boxing, UFC and XBOX.

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Alexa Embleton

Finance

Chartered Accountant with 20+ years’ experience. Leading our investment in world beating technologies.

Guilty pleasure

Shopping and chocolate

Hobbies

DIY and furniture restoration

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Dave Whittaker

Commercial Manager

Dave has 18 years' experience in sales roles and loves helping customers overcome challenges.

Guilty pleasure

Property podcasts, Amaretto and custard cream biscuits

Hobbies

Golf and Leeds United

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Kelian Lamy

Commercial Manager - Speciality Chemicals

With four years of experience in the industry under his belt, Kelian brings his materials science and relationship building skills to bear for Birch. Along with excellent customer service focus and project planning abilities, Kelian has top coffee-making skills!

Guilty pleasure

Indian food, coffee and red wine

Hobbies

Surfing and running, music (eg. Red Hot Chili Peppers) and watching films (eg. Interstellar)

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Nicola O'Brien

Customer Sales Agent

Customer experience champion. The link between Sales and our customers for first class service with a smile.

Guilty pleasure

Really cheesy music and Harry Potter

Hobbies

Walking, gin and supporting Arsenal FC

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Lisa Baughan

Customer Sales Agent

With thirty years of experience in sales and customer service, I strive to keep customers happy in a positive environment.

Guilty pleasure

Going to gigs and drinking BrewDog

Hobbies

Rock Music and Scunthorpe United

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Bernadette Carr

Purchasing Agent

40+ years of experience in sales, purchasing, production and logistics. Keeps Birch Chemicals competitive, with expert knowledge of the industry.

Guilty pleasure

Cheese and crackers, with a glass of vintage port

Hobbies

Northern soul

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Charlie Bradley

Sales & Marketing Assistant

Experience working in both production and logistics environments. Integrating all aspects of the business to provide seamless service.

Guilty pleasure

Liverpool FC

Hobbies

Playing football

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Cheryl Raynor

Customer Services

Logistics and supply. Keeping customers happy for 10+ years. Committed to delivering exceptional service across the world.

Guilty pleasure

Prosecco

Hobbies

Cycling and keep fit

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