Our People
We know that people are the beating heart of any organisation. It’s certainly the case for us. Here are the people that make Gillespie Manners
Leadership Team
Andrew Manners
Managing Director
Andrew Manners
Managing Director
Email: andrew.manners@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 152 ext 202
Andrew is founding Director of Gillespie Manners. He sits on our board of Directors and heads our leadership team.
From an executive search perspective Andrew has successfully completed assignments up to and including CEO level and throughout the C level for clients in the technology industry, in particular the Supply Chain and Retail technology markets. Andrew has delivered executive search projects for clients all over the world, working with some of the world’s largest organisations and some of the world’s most innovative and dynamic software organisations.
Alex Gillespie
Director
Alex Gillespie
Director
Email: alex.gillespie@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01234 567890
Alex is founding Director of Gillespie Manners. He has 20 years’ executive search experience under his belt and now leads our Business Development function globally. Alex continues to deliver strategic C level executive, board advisory and general management search. With technology, consulting, and end user clients ranging from VC backed start up’s through to FTSE 100/Fortune 500 companies.
Alex is an enthusiastic runner having taken part in Marathons in London, San Francisco and Kenya to name a few.
Claire Smart
Director – Operations
Claire Routley
Director – Operations
Email: claire.routley@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 161 ext 211
Claire, a law graduate (LLB), has over 10 years of International Executive Search experience placing senior executives within the technology market. Claire previously led the Retail Software business unit at Gillespie Manners, focused on retail and CPG industry verticals from a commercial growth perspective. In her newly appointed role of Director of Operations, Claire drives efficiencies in operating procedures and processes and oversees the implementation of strategic initiatives.
Executive Search Managers
Wayne Passmore
Manager – Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology
Wayne Passmore
Manager – Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology
Email: wayne.passmore@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 861 026 ext 219
Wayne has 15+ years of recruitment experience and now leads our Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology function.
Having delivered a number of projects for clients within Europe, North America and Asia, Wayne brings a wealth of knowledge within these markets. Wayne manages the delivery of searches across; Advisory Boards, C-Level, Senior Management, Sales, Professional Services, Product Management and Marketing. He’s worked with a variety of clients from start-ups, medium sized organisations through to global leaders in these markets.
Prior to working within the recruitment industry Wayne worked in the London Property and Real Estate market.
Thomas Lang
Manager – Retail Technology
Thomas Lang
Manager – Retail Hardware
Email: thomas.lang@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 070 ext 230
Thomas joined Gillespie Manners in January 2017 as a Graduate Researcher, moving into the Retail Practice in July of that year. Thomas has since progressed through the company to the level of Consultant, Senior Consultant, and is now the Manager of the Retail Technology team. Thomas oversees a team of consultants and has a focus on new business development within the retail, hospitality, banking and gaming sectors within payment & financial technology.
Thomas has developed a successful track record in supporting clients ranging from niche technology start-ups through to major industry players, delivering on projects throughout North America, EMEA & APAC across roles within sales, marketing, product & project management, professional services, operations, development roles & Senior Leadership including C-Level Executives.
Prior to moving into Executive Search, Thomas attended the University of St Mark & John in his home county of Devon where he graduated with a First Class Honors Degree in Sports Coaching & Physical Education.
Daria Oborina
Manager – Supply Chain and Manufacturing
Daria Oborina
Manager – RFID/IoT and Supply Chain
Email: daria.oberina@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 164 ext 214
Daria leads the Gillespie Manners RFID/IoT/Robotics Practice. Daria is a specialist in global RFID/IoT and a member of RAIN RFID Alliance Group. She has placed mid to senior level specialists in sales, business development, technical delivery and development, marketing, HR and advisory boards across major players within RFID and also smaller to medium size companies. Daria has counselled on advisory board selection and also with vendors, manufacturers and system integrators selection with end-users and potential partnerships within RFID/IoT/Robotics eco-system.
With strong project management and consultancy experience Daria has managed multiple EU and UNIDO funded projects prior to going into the sales environment. She has over 6 years of recruiting experience across a broad range of mid to senior level positions for leading digital agencies, investment banks, multinational consultancies, consumer goods and electronics companies and various niche RFID/IoT technology players.
Daria is a graduate of North-East Normal University in China where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Mandarin Chinese and History.
Cella Porter
Manager – Research
Cella Porter
Manager – Research
Email: cella.porter@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 861 024 ext 229
Cella leads the Research function at Gillespie Manners and is responsible for the comprehensive training of new Researchers, facilitating their rapid technical and personal development, promoting our company culture and ensuring this is embedded in their everyday activities and behaviour.
Since joining the company in 2017 as a Researcher, Cella made the quick progression through to Research Manager in 2019. Originally from Indonesia, Cella has a deep understanding of Southeast Asia and has undertaken a number of C-level searches in that region.
Cella is a graduate of the University of Westminster, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Management. She is fluent in both English and Indonesian, and in addition to the UK has lived, and studied in Indonesia and Thailand. Besides recruitment she has experience in the Luxury Goods Retail business and Travel & Tourism.
Senior Executive Search Consultants
Agata Baranowska
Senior Customer Success Manager – Retail Software
Agata Baranowska
Senior Customer Success Manager – Retail Software
Email: agata.baranowska@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 165 ext 215
With 10 years’ of experience in the employment and recruitment sector, Agata brings a wealth of knowledge to the mid to senior and C-level Executive Search projects she delivers across the UK, US, EMEA and APAC.
Having joined Gillespie Manners in 2016, Agata has risen to the level of Senior Consultant, specialising in the retail software industry.
Andra Stanca
Senior Consultant
– Retail Hardware
Andra Stanca
Senior Consultant – Retail Hardware
Email: andra.stanca@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 074 ext 251
Andra has worked in technology recruitment for 4 years, supporting both hardware and software clients, specifically within the retail sector. She has successfully delivered many mid to senior level hires, including C-levels executives across the UK, US and EMEA.
Simon Knott
Senior Consultant
– Retail Hardware
Simon Knott
Senior Consultant – Retail Hardware
Email: simon.knott@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 971 820 ext 252
Simon joined Gillespie Manners in January 2022. With varied experience across a range of recruitment specialisms and client-facing roles, Simon brings a wealth of expertise to the team. Simon now provides Executive Search services to leading global retail technology organisations.
Jade Turner
Senior Consultant – Supply Chain & Logistics
Jade Turner
Consultant – Supply Chain & Logistics
Email: jade.turner@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 158 ext 208
With over 4 years’ hands on industry experience, Jade oversees the Telematics & Fleet Transportation specialism within the Supply Chain and Manufacturing team at Gillespie Manners.
Jade has worked a broad range of mid to senior and C-level Executive Searches, with over 20 roles successfully closed across the UK, US, EMEA and APAC.
Conor Bates
Senior Consultant – Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology
Conor Bates
Senior Consultant – Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology
Email: conor.bates@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 163 ext 213
With over 4 years’ experience in Executive Search and resourcing, Conor is a Senior Consultant within the Robotics team, having progressed through Gillespie Manners starting from within the research division.
Conor has a successful track record in delivering Mid-level to senior leadership roles within the Robotics and Automation space globally, from market-leading OEM’s/integrators to smaller funded start-ups.
David McLaughlin
Principle Consultant - Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology
David McLaughlin
Principle Consultant – Retail, Robotics & Supply Chain Technology
Email: david.mclaughlin@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 078 ext 227
With 15 years’ commercial experience, David joined Gillespie Manners in 2021, bringing a wealth of valuable client management experience.
David has since delivered a broad range of mid to senior and C-level Executive Search assignments across the UK, US, EMEA and APAC.
Callum Moriarty
Senior Consultant – Robotics & Automation
Callum Moriarty
Senior Consultant - Robotics & Automation
Email: callum.moriarty@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 861 027 ext 225
Callum began his Executive Search journey in May 2021, when he joined the Gillespie Manners team. He’s since been able to draw upon his background in sales, and client-facing roles, to deliver exceptional service to both clients and candidates in mission critical staffing projects. Callum has supported on a range of projects for senior and c-level roles in multiple sectors. He now specialises in robotics and automation assignments.
Andrei Vasile
Senior Consultant – Supply Chain & Logistics
Andrei Vasile
Consultant - Supply Chain & Logistics
Email: andrei.vasile@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01234 567890
Originally from Romania, Andrei began his journey with
Executive Search in April 2021 when he joined Gillespie Manners as a
Researcher. In his time at the company, he’s excelled rapidly thanks to his
hard work and determination. He’s helped to deliver mission-critical staffing
projects for global clients across a variety of technology sectors. As a
consultant, he now specialises in the delivery of supply chain and logistics
roles. Before Executive Search he spent 1 year in healthcare recruitment.
Executive Search Consultants
Jennifer Seress
Customer Success Manager – Retail Software
Jennifer Seress
Consultant – Retail Software
Email: jennifer.seress@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 280 159 ext 209
Jennifer joined Gillespie Manners in early 2020. Having progressed rapidly, working across multiple markets, she now specialises in the retail software industry. She has a strong track record of recruiting globally for mid to senior level candidates across the US, EMEA and APAC regions.
Jennifer has worked on Executive Search projects for companies like RELEX solutions, Zebra Technologies, Mad Mobile and more.
Kate Drajneanu
Consultant – Supply Chain & Logistics
Kate Drajneanu
Consultant – Supply Chain & Logistics
Email: kate.drajneanu@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 073 ext 216
With over 7 years in the logistics and supply chain space, Kate has been successfully delivering on projects with unique challenges.
Since joining the Supply Chain & Manufacturing Software Team, Kate has completed over 20 projects across the US, UK & EMEA, with a broad range of roles within sales, presales, professional services and C-level departments. Kate is currently undertaking projects across a range of supply chain technology solutions such as WMS, OMS, TMS, Customs, RFID, Robotics and EDI.
Ghazala Khalid
Consultant – Retail Hardware
Ghazala Khalid
Consultant – Retail Hardware
Email: ghazala.khalid@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 289 157 ext 207
Ghazala joined Gillespie Manners in 2019, and in her time with the business, she’s experienced multiple markets and progressed to the level of Consultant, specialising in the retail hardware industry.
Ghazala has developed a successful track record in supporting clients ranging from niche technology start-ups through to major industry players, delivering on projects throughout North America, EMEA & APAC.
Jack price
Consultant – Robotics & Automation
Jack Price
Consultant - Robotics & Automation
Email: jack.price@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 079 ext 236
Jack joined the Gillespie Manners team in August 2021. With a background in client facing roles and recruitment, Jack was able to utilise his people skills to successfully deliver a broad range of Executive Search projects for senior technology positions. Jack’s hard work and determination has seen him excel at Gillespie Manners. He now specialises in robotics and automation assignments for senior and niche roles. Jack holds a bachelors degree in History.
Barney Dean
Retail Technology - Consultant
Jack Price
Consultant - Robotics & Automation
Email: jack.price@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 079 ext 236
Jack joined the Gillespie Manners team in August 2021. With a background in client facing roles and recruitment, Jack was able to utilise his people skills to successfully deliver a broad range of Executive Search projects for senior technology positions. Jack’s hard work and determination has seen him excel at Gillespie Manners. He now specialises in robotics and automation assignments for senior and niche roles. Jack holds a bachelors degree in History.
Ellie Smith
Customer Success Manager - Robotics & Automation
Research Team
Suny Munn
Saskia Andrews
Aimee Musgrove
Benjamin Cutler
Hannah Nicholson
Brandon Holden
Andy Pearce
James Greenwood
Business Services
Paula Cockram
Office Manager & PA to MD
Paula Cockram
Office Manager & PA to MD
Email: paula.cockram@gillespiemanners.com
Phone: 01442 200 075 ext 240
Paula joined Gillespie Manners Search & Selection in 2013 and is responsible for the invoicing and the day to day admin function of Gillespie Manners. She is also responsible for the upkeep of the accounting and HR systems, company policies and procedures as well as assisting the sector heads when required.
Caroline Woodhouse
Office Administrator
Caroline Woodhouse
Office Administrator
Email: caroline.woodhouse@gillespiemanners.com
Caroline joined Gillespie Manners in 2022 and is responsible for a range of administrative duties around the office.
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Zanaba Poland
Marketing Manager
Zanaba Poland
Marketing Manager
Email: zanaba.poland@gillespiemanners.com
Zanaba heads the marketing function at Gillespie Manners. Having graduated with a first-class honours degree in marketing and advertising, Zanaba has provided marketing support to companies and clients in fintech, automotive, personal finance and customer engagement markets. Zanaba champions the Gillespie Manners brand and oversees the firm’s global marketing strategy and day-to-day marketing operations.