Simon Speers – Managing Director
“I started with the company on 2nd April 2002 – refused to start of 1st for obvious reasons. I loved the company so much I bought it as they say – the best parts of my role here at bottlegreen are watching and listening to our team of people simply making a positive difference to the business, through their commitment to helping the company satisfy our consumers. Worst part of the role is attending meetings!” Simon
Nick Clay - Finance Director
“I’ve been working for Bottlegreen Drinks Co. since 2004 and my varied roll of Finance, HR, IT and Logistics keeps me very busy. The rapid growth of bottlegreen over the last couple of years has led to a lot of challenges and opportunities which keep the job both exciting and fulfilling.” Nick
Paul Martin - Operations Director
“I started with the company in 1990. My apprenticeship was as a Marine Engineer in the Merchant Navy, followed by a degree in Mechanical Engineering and then 5 years as Head of Mathematics in a local Secondary School.
In the beginning years of bottlegreen it was ‘all hands on’ so all four of us were involved in all aspects of production, purchasing, sales and distribution. As the company grew, I was responsible for the production and plant changes that enable us now to produce in excess of 12 million bottles per year. My role now as Operations Director is to oversee all aspects of the site, plant and production to ensure that we can meet new sales demands.
The best bits about the job are being part of the massive changes that have happened at bottlegreen and seeing the company grow.” Paul
Nigel Osborne– Strategic Planning Director
“I have a history of working with growing and innovative businesses and joined the bottlegreen team in 2007. What’s great about the business is the passion everyone here has for producing great tasting drinks and the satisfaction the we all get as each new customer discovers our products.” Nigel
Laura Wynn - Sales Support Executive & Personal Assistant to the Company Directors
“Well I started at bottlegreen in the summer of 2006 and I have the pleasure of looking after our sales team when they are out on the road. Even though I have been here a short time compared to a lot of people here I feel part of the furniture and thoroughly enjoy all the comings and goings during a week’s work, and will often be found tottering through the office in my high heels!” Laura
Daniel Duprat – Business Development Manager for the South East
“Bonjour! I am a French guy from Lyon who started to work for Bottlegreen Drinks Co. in 2006 to develop the sales in South East England. As bottlegreen are as passionate about their drinks as the French are about their wines there is no question why I decided to join the team! Au revoir!!” Daniel
Giuliano Mai – Sales Controller
“I joined Bottlegreen Drinks Co. in Jan 2006. I look after a number of the major retailers making sure our loyal and growing army of ‘fans’ can always find their bottlegreen ‘fix’! I love my job… Bottlegreen is a great place to work and the best thing is being part of a winning team and working with such a great bunch of friendly and talented people. When I am not thinking about cordial I like to relax by indulging my passion for food & wine or, if the weather is nice with my feet up in the garden a cold beer in hand strumming away on my guitar and annoying the neighbours!” Jools
Steve Harrison - National Sales Manager
“As National Sales Manager for Foodservice and Independents I am responsible for a team of 5 looking after the whole of the foodservice, on-trade and symbol groups, I started working for Bottlegreen Drinks Co. in 2005, previously in my varied career I have travelled all over China and the Far East trading in many products and have also run my own hotel. I live in the Cotswolds, am married to Christine and have 2 children Jessica & Thom.” Steve
Colin Earby – Business Development Manager for the South West
“Started in Jan 2006 as the Business Development Manager for the South West, West Midlands and Wales. I have 9 years experience in both the alcoholic and soft drinks market. I’m a family man with 2 beautiful children Brooke & Piper. My favourite thing about working at Bottlegreen Drinks Co. is meeting new people on a daily basis - and I enjoy playing golf and football on my days off.” Colin
Simon Hall – Key Account Development Manager - Foodservice
“I joined the sales team in June 07 to help grow & develop the Foodservice Nationals. I’ve worked in the Catering Industry since 1984, first as a Chef in the RAF, and then I directed my food knowledge into sales, working for various food & beverage manufacturers.
My first impressions of Bottlegreen Drinks Co, were that I’ve joined a friendly ‘family like’ company that looks after their people and has a great attitude to work and the products we produce. I’ve been buying bottlegreen pressés and cordials for a few years, so jumped at the chance to work for the company! I can now keep my wife in supply of her favourite, Ginger & Lemongrass.” Simon
Graham Morris - Factory Manager
“I joined the company in 1995 as a line supervisor and am now Production Manager. I took three months off to do voluntary work in Namibia in 2004. I live in Stroud and am married with a small son and a large dog.” Graham
Mike Kilminster - Assistant Product Manager
“I am part of a 3 man team that makes the drinks here at Bottlegreen. I like the variety of my work and get great satisfaction from seeing the finished product on the shop shelves knowing that I helped to get them there!” Mike
Ed Wright - Product Manager.
“I make drinks, complete batch quality assurance (including lab analysis), stock control, new product development and general mixing room management.
Outside bottlegreen I work in a pub, play rugby, and like hunting! I like natural light, doughnuts and wine. I dislike The Guardian!” Ed
Tom Dart – Warehouse Operative
“I joined Bottlegreen Drinks Co. in 1998. I work on the bottling line, and am a keen fan of Gloucester Rugby Club and Gloucestershire Cricket Club.” Tom
Lucy Wiltshire – Brands Marketing Executive
“I started working for Bottlegreen Drinks Co. at the end of 2006 and love my role as Brands Marketing Executive. There is a real vibe and atmosphere in the office and factory which makes it a great place to work! Plus I found out Big Al in the factory is my cousin by marriage (small world … big family!). We get lovely hand written letters and cards from our customers and I even get accosted on trains by people telling me how much they love our drinks! I know they are good but I can honestly say I have never worked for a company that sparks such a passionate reaction from their customers which makes my job easy! Everyone loves marketing a great product don’t they?!” Lucy
Paula Mitchell – Logistics Administrator
“I haven’t been with Bottlegreen Drinks Co. very long, but I really like my position and all of my colleagues. My main jobs include: taking the orders and processing them, dealing with any delivery problems and some of the invoicing. I previously worked and lived in Somerset, but I am glad that I moved to Gloucestershire, I am really enjoying it here!” Paula
Katie Davis – Sales Operations Manager
“I have been with the company since 1999. I originally started work on the production line as a summer job while studying at college, I then progressed to Logistics Administrator, then Logistics Manager and now onto my current role as Sales Operations Manager. I enjoy gardening, camping, walks with my dog and spending time with my family and friends.” Katie (or Kakey as we like to call her!)
Peter O’Flaherty - Technical Manager
“I started in May 2000 as Quality Assurance Manager and was tasked with obtaining Laboratory Accreditation for the on site Lab. I then went on to work on the quality side of things, from testing raw materials and finished drinks to keeping the supermarkets and wholesalers happy.
Over the years I have worked closely with the rest of the team, to continually improve the Quality Management System and Factory standards. I was made Technical Manager this summer and now the main role is being responsible for the technical area of the company.
Likes: Dedicated staff and good quality drinks you can believe in, also copious amounts of cakes in the Kitchen when it’s someone’s birthday” Pete
Beverleigh Roberts – Quality Systems Manager
“I trained as a Food Technologist and have been in the food industry for 13 years and started at Bottlegreen Drinks Co. in 2001. Initially I was employed in the mixing room making the drinks, starting up in the early mornings as well as cleaning down at night.
A year later, I moved out of production and put all my food experience to good use to develop the technical side of the business and a new quality management system. I was promoted earlier this year to Quality Systems Manager and I am now responsible for all the documentation, records and procedures within the quality management system. The favourite thing about my job is customer satisfaction. I deal with complaints and being in direct contact with customers has its rewards. Customers appreciate being in contact with the supplier and the good service we provide.” Bev
Lee Barr - Accounts Assistant
“Hi, my name is Lee and I work in the accounts department dealing mainly with the purchase ledger. I started working for the company in November 2007 and I am still enjoying my time here. From my first day here everyone has been very friendly and I’ve found it easy to settle in. When not at work, I enjoy seeing my friends, going down the gym, playing different sports, the pub, music, playing cards and having the odd flutter at the races. ” Lee
Selina Cook – Assistant Bottling Hall Supervisor
“I started work for Bottlegreen Drinks Co. in 1999. After leaving school I was on the packing line for 5 years and I am now an Assistant Supervisor.” Selina
Michelle Wildin – Accounts Assistant
“I am an accounts assistant and have been working for Bottlegreen Drinks Company since 2005. My main duties are Sales Ledger, Reporting and Payroll – I am everybody’s favourite person on payday!
I don’t really have a favourite thing about working here, but if I had to choose one then it would be the people. We are a little Bottlegreen family! Bottlegreen is a great place to work, and it’s even better when it’s someone’s birthday and they have to bring in the cakes! Doughnuts, chocolate éclairs, brownies…the list goes on!I live in the Forest of Dean, so I have quite a long journey to work each day, but it’s worth the trek!! It gives me plenty of time to listen to music and the journey home helps me wind down after a busy day. ” Michelle
Alan Grant (Large and in charge!) – Bottling Hall Manager
“Hello people I’m another person who started life as an elderflower picker. I was then asked to work on the packing line for 1 day and that was 15 years ago and they still can’t get rid of me!! I’ve been Bottling Hall Manager for about the last 10 years so as you can imagine I have seen lots of changers from bottling 4000 bottles a week to now doing 10,000 bottles an hour. When I do get a day off I enjoy a round of golf with my near single handicap, so if anyone wants to invite me to any golf days please feel free to do so!!”
Big Al
Zuzana Hlocky – Production Operative
“In May 2004 I came to the UK from Slovakia. After a few weeks I started to work as a packer for Bottlegreen Drinks Co. From my first days at Bottlegreen I couldn’t imagine staying here very long, but then I met great people and I liked my job! After more than 3 years working here I still feel great and I enjoy everyday here working as a Production Operative.
In my free time I like to go walking, hiking and spending time with nature. In winter time I like snowboarding and cross country skiing. I love travelling and exploring new countries and culture. And that’s it!” Zuzana
Matt Shipton - Production Supervisor
“I have worked at Bottlegreen since 2004 and really enjoy my role within the team. On a day to day basis my responsibilities are based on keeping the bottling machines running and ensuring that the high standards of quality and integrity are maintained in an efficient and effective way. When not in the company of several hundred thousand bottles I do my best to annoy my wife as much as I can. I can usually be found driving my 100 year old steam roller as far and wide as possible. I also run a music web site, record label and a band, but the least said about that the better! ” Matt
Andrew Cooney - Director of Sales
“I joined Bottlegreen in 2009 after working in the beer industry for many years. There are a lot of similarities, particularly with the passion about the product from all of those involved in the making and promoting of it. The great thing about working in sales at Bottlegreen is the great atmosphere and the huge level of interest from the different customers who love our products and the stylish bottles.” Andrew
Holly Williams - Post Room Assistant
“Hi I’m Holly, I am the Post Room Assistant here at Bottlegreen. On a daily basis I send out all of the samples to prospective and existing customers and also any requests that the sales team give me. There are many other tasks that I do here including pallets for the shows, contacting existing customers and also working away at the exhibitions from time to time. When I’m not here I am at home with my two wonderful daughters Grace and Sienna and love spending time teaching them new things and watching them develop their own little personalities. Being a working Mum is great! I get the best of both worlds!” Holly