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Chief Executive
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Forbes Design Associates
Forbes has a long history with the Chamber, he joined as a member in 2009, later becoming a Director and then President. Forbes is also a graphic designer and has run his own business, Forbes Design Associates since 1998. Forbes is based locally and is a former Kingston Grammar School pupil. Forbes took up the role of Chief Executive in April 2019.
Contact:
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www.forbesdesign.co.uk
LeBoo Media
Martin is co-owner, managing director and content director of LeBoo Media Ltd, a Kingston-based consultancy which has been in operation since 2014. He offers copywriting and content management services to businesses and agencies in the borough and beyond. He brings a wealth of experience gained on the sports desks of various national newspaper titles and in the betting industry. He became a member of the Chamber in 2017 and joined the board in 2018. Martin has lived in Kingston since 2002, is a father of two, enjoys watching virtually all sports and is a Chelsea season-ticket holder.
Time & Leisure
Mike is Commercial Director at marketing agency and publishers Time & Leisure, and has spent over 25 years in sales and marketing. Time & Leisure promote businesses through a portfolio of print and digital magazines, offer design, content and event support through their Creative Agency and increase website conversions for businesses through their Inbound Digital Marketing Services. Mike has been a member of the Chamber for over 10 years and became a director in 2020. He lives in the borough, is a father of 4, loves music, arts and watching rugby.
CEM Bookkeeping & Consultancy
Clare is the Owner and Director of CEM Bookkeeping & Consultancy Ltd, which she set up in 2014 to support small businesses with the day to day financial running of their businesses. Clare works with a number of different industries and supports businesses to be tax compliant, while also providing them with a snapshot of the financials of their business on a monthly basis. Her aim is to take away the financial hassle and worry for her clients. Prior to setting up CEM Clare originally trained in the Hospitality industry and went on to work in the finance departments of a number of restaurants in London, before then spending 13 years teaching finance to Hospitality Degree students.
Contact:
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www.cembusiness.co.uk
Rowena qualified as a Chartered Accountant with KPMG in London and has extensive financial experience of both private and public sectors, including SMEs. As a self-employed accountant, she clearly understands the importance of networking and good business advice for small businesses and the many home workers. She joined the Board to help support the valuable work that Kingston’s Chamber does in supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs. Rowena is a Councillor with Kingston Council and is passionate about helping improve Kingston where she has lived for over 20 years.
Contact:
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Amanda worked in the design & advertising production industry for nearly 20 years and transitioned to academia firstly at Brunel then Kingston University in 2018 to manage the HackCentre and run hackathons (challenge-based problem-solving workshops) across the university. Amanda also works with start-ups and established businesses linking them to students and the rich KU academic community for mutually beneficial projects. Her transition into her new role as Business Development Manager will help support businesses with innovation and growth opportunities.
Chris was formerly Managing Partner at Holland Hahn & Wills, a firm he co-founded in 1990. He enjoys mentoring and currently undertakes this at Kingston University where he is a keen advocate of the benefit of learning to speak in public. Chris has two grown-up children and a long-suffering wife who steadfastly refuses to appreciate the pleasure of driving around in a 1937 Morgan car. An inveterate tinkerer and restorer of his motor car, Chris believes that the Ladybird Book of the Shed is one of the great works of contemporary literature. He is also a keen concert goer. Having joined the Chamber in 2015, Chris took up his position as Chamber director in 2018.
Contact:
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My BluPrint Ltd
Mark is a Director of My Bluprint Ltd, a commercial printer in Chessington. His firm provides quality print and design services to a broad cross section of business customers. He is supported by a team of quality-focused professionals. A graduate with over 25 years experience across Corporate and SME businesses, Mark brings this experience to his role as a Chamber Director. Mark became a Chamber member in 2014 and joined the Board in 2018.
Contact:
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www.mybluprint.uk
IQ in IT
Rick is a Managing Director at IQ in IT – a leading IT Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) with offices in Kingston upon Thames, Croydon, and Northumberland. He works tirelessly across various departments, ensuring that the team consistently deliver the highest quality service to their clients. Always proactive, he actively seeks out new methods to enhance operations and implement efficient systems throughout the business. Additionally, Rick brings his passion for plants and nature to the team, serving as the resident “green thumb“.
Contact:
[email protected]
www.iqin.it
Visiting Angels / North Surrey
Chris is the owner / Director at Visiting Angels North Surrey, a Multi Award Winning, Premium Quality Home Care company, whilst also working in the Recruitment Team at BHAFC.
Contact:
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www.visiting-angels.co.uk/northsurrey/
Holland Hahn & Wills
Katie Lovatt joined Holland Hahn & Wills as Head of Marketing and Operations in 2018. Born locally, Katie achieved her Masters (MA) in French and German at The University of Edinburgh. She lived in Paris and Germany before moving back to the area. Katie holds an Advanced Certificate in Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, as well as a Financial Planning Certificate from the Chartered Insurance Institute. Katie has produced and organised conferences ranging from 15 to 300 people in various European locations. She also has experience in various HR functions, from interviewing to running training seminars.
Contact:
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https://www.hhw-uk.com/
Peter is a very experienced Managing Director with 30+ years experience with full P&L responsibility for running both B2B distribution and manufacturing entities/SMEs for large multinational corporations delivering business development and continuous growth. Peter has extensive international experience in fast changing multicultural environments including acquisitions, mergers and disposals. Peter’s ability to build successful teams through his people development skills particularly coaching and mentoring led, in 2009 to establishing his own business services consultancy.
South Thames Colleges Group
Suna is the Director of Marketing and Partnerships at South Thames Colleges Group where she leads on student recruitment, admissions and partnerships for several Further Education Colleges. Having worked in marketing for over 25 years for both private and public training providers, she has extensive experience of market research, strategy and marketing promotions.
Contact:
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www.stcg.ac.uk/south-thames-college
Orr Litchfield
Patrick has over 25 years experience of a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters dealing with most levels of the business community at a national and international level from the inventor and entrepreneur to large private companies and listed companies. His work ranges from the provision of legal advice in relation to the establishment of new businesses, the creation of joint ventures, partnerships and similar business entities, to the preparation of agency, distribution and other types of commercial contracts and legal advice in relation to the acquisition or sale of companies and businesses
Contact:
[email protected]
www.orrlitchfield.com
HR Dept
Sandra Porter is a HR expert having spent her career in both director level roles in large corporate companies and more recently running her own HR consultancy, supporting businesses across the Borough.
DoubleTree by Hilton, Kingston
Daniel has a full and elaborate knowledge of hotels, tourism and daily hotel operations. He has experience and extensive knowledge of all departments, and knowledge on most common, departmental operating systems.
He has contributed to many events held at DoubleTree by Hilton for the Chamber and other businesses from Kingston.
Contact:
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www.hilton.com/en/hotels/lonktdi-doubletree-london-kingston-upon-thames
The Wych Elm
Co-owner of Kingston’s Wych Elm pub since 2014, along with her husband Michael Pearson they have transformed the small, back-street pub into a multi award-winning destination venue. Charlotte’s background of 30+ years as a graphic designer specialising in new product development, packaging, branding and marketing helped pave the way for her side-step into the hospitality industry.
Contact:
[email protected]
https://thewych.co.uk/
Mercatus Consulting
Paul Shaw is a business consultant dedicated to helping small and medium sized businesses achieve their vision. He has 30 years’ experience in leadership roles in the hospitality, entertainment and leisure sectors.
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