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Management Board

Ross Arnold
Ross Arnold
Chief Executive Officer

In 2005 I founded Stickleback, growing the business substantially over the last 20 years; moving to larger premises 3 times. Age 8 I remember working in my grandfather’s fishmongers in London and have been around seafood for more than 40 years. I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together with my amazing team.

Richard Hilson
Richard Hilson
Chief Operating Officer

Richard has been working in the seafood industry for nearly 20 years including a stint trading at London’s Billingsgate Fish Market. Completely passionate about building long lasting, equitable relationships with our customers & suppliers as well as getting the best from a team of colleagues that numbers nearly 100 now. Over the last 10 years at Stickleback Richard has excelled into leading the Commercial Team & deputising for the Managing Director, contributing to our remarkable journey which has seen our turnover triple during this period.

 

Bob Emmott
Bob Emmott
Chairman

Bob has 60 years of experiences in the food industry. Held Chairmanship of 7 companies of which 6 are in the food production industry. As Morrisons Trading Director was the first to introduce fish counters into supermarkets.

Rachel Burbidge
Rachel Burbidge
Compliance & Estates Manager

Rachel joined Stickleback in 2017 as part of the Production Management Team. A long career working in and out of the fishing, wholesale and retail world of fish has culminated in a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Harry Lumsdon
Harry Lumsdon
Commercial Manager

After a 10 year career in high-end kitchens in and around London, Harry decided to hang up his whites and join Stickleback as an Account Manager. After excelling in the company he worked his way up to become the Sales Manager. Harry has built a team of passionate and knowledgeable people who will ensure all customers get the very best service from Stickleback.

Craig Stanbury
Craig Stanbury
Financial Controller

Craig manages all aspects of our financial processes, systems and developments, is responsible for Credit Control and is enjoying the growth journey having previously worked internationally.

Eliza Ball
Eliza Ball
Procurement Manager

Eliza Ball is our Procurement Manager. Eliza joined Stickleback in 2022 from a national food retailer. Eliza oversees all the fresh and frozen procurement at Stickleback, building stronger market leading partnerships with suppliers and working with our customers to bring exciting new products to market.

Account Management Team

Kaylee Graves
Kaylee Graves
Key Account Manager
Milena Faria
Milena Faria
Key Account Manager
Caroline Gardner
Caroline Gardner
Key Account Manager

Business Development Team

Theo Spear
Theo Spear
Business Development Manager

Theo joined us after years of working as a head chef, he managed kitchens in and around London for some of the biggest names in the industry. This experience makes him the perfect partner to help with your fish supply.

Theo is out and about visiting customers 5 days a week, contact him to book an appointment.

Justin Evans
Justin Evans
Business Development Manager

Justin joined Stickleback over 5 years ago. A career working in Business Development and Account Management means Justin’s customers receive the very best service. A great ability to align the customer and Stickleback to ensure every detail is covered during the onboarding process.

Justin is out and about visiting customers 5 days a week, contact him to book an appointment.

Chris Blackham
Chris Blackham
Business Development Manager

Chris joined Stickleback after a successful career in property. Starting at Stickleback as an Account Manager, Chris developed a deep understanding of his customers needs and how Stickleback can help. Chris will ensure you get the best possible service and quality.

Chris is out and about visiting customers 5 days a week, contact him to book an appointment.

Sales Support Team

Louise Judson
Louise Judson
Sales Admin Supervisor
Victoria Lamb
Victoria Lamb
Sales Support Administrator