Meet the Trimcraft Team

The Trimcraft Team

We're a friendly bunch!

There's loads of people involved here at Trimcraft. From designers, to manufacturers, directors to assistants - there are loads of people who ensure that the site keeps ticking and the great crafting products are always available in your local stores at the best of prices!

We're proud to present our wonderful range of products in stores throughout the country. You'll be led by an experienced Trimcraft Demonstrator who'll show you hints, tips and best practices to get the most out of your projects.

You can always find out more about the demonstrators by clicking on their image to check out their profile. To make things nice and easy, once you've found a demonstration you'd like to visit you can see full directions on how to find the location.

Don't forget to head over to forums to discuss demonstrations and your experiences!

Vince Fakey - Managing Director

Vince has managed Trimcraft through its evolution into a leading Papercraft Distributor. With 35 years in Wholesale Distribution his experience is key to our future development. He's also quite a nice guy!

Satyen Fakey - Head of Business Development

Satyen has big ideas for Dovecraft. Always reaching for the sky, he has catapulted the brand to new heights providing innovative designs for you each season. He managed Dovecraft through a major re-brand and helped forge a three-year licensing deal with Laura Ashley. In his spare time Sat enjoys travelling and partying and being (in his own words) "off the chain!"

Anthony Perry - Financial Director

Anthony has a wealth of experience in finance and helping fast growing businesses achieve their goals. He is not your typical accountant though as he believes his sense of humour is devilishly witty (whether it is or not is another matter!)

Andrew Storey - Sales Director

Andrew has helped drive sales up dramatically in the last few years, and has played a huge part in making Trimcraft what it is today. On his Birthday the team at Trimcraft filled his car with hundreds of multicoloured balls.

Dean Masters - National Accounts Manager

Dean is the nicest guy alive. However he does have an obsession with shoes...with more pairs than the average woman it is really quite shocking!

Gemma Thompson - National Account Coordinator

Gemma works alongside Dean Masters, in sales. Originally from Teesside, Gemma only recently joined the company this year but has made a huge difference.

Jackie Madgwick - Direct Sales

Jackie can see the funny side in everything. She has been working at Trimcraft for an amazing twenty-five years.

Amo Chohan - Web Developer

It is Amo you have to thank for this great website! Amo has many many admirers of his nice hair. What do you think?

Leigh Bourne - Lead Graphic Designer

Leigh designs many of the Dovecraft embellishments and marketing materials. Have you seen the Summer Fantasy Range? Well, Leigh has the same dragon tattooed onto his chest!

Nicola Fickling - Marketing Executive

Nic co-ordinates with the major consumer magazines to ensure that you hear about all our fantastic products and also event manages the Trade Shows for Trimcraft. Nic would love to hear any new ideas or questions you have, just find her profile on the site and she will contact you as soon as possible.

Amy Missingham - Graphic Designer

Amy also designs many of the Dovecraft products with Leigh. Amy is from Portugal and admits to having eaten pig ears!

Michelle Saxon - Head Demonstrator

Michelle works as a craft demonstrator and teacher/trainer for Trimcraft. Michelle has made two Craft DVDs showcasing her projects and ideas and has also recently developed her own range of jewellery kits. She loves to contribute back to society and runs Art and Craft Therapy Sessions at local residential homes and provides a confidence building craft course for Stoke on Trent City Council's 'Connect Project'.

Sue Burrows - Demonstrator

Sue first started crafting when her nephews were little, and now they are 23. At the weekend she visits craft shows and shops. When she is not getting crafty she enjoys walks in the countryside and a spot of gardening.