After gaining his degree in business studies, Ian spent some time travelling and working in the States. He joined the company in 1983 and brought with him a wealth of additional print and direct mail solutions. He is continually pushing the company's expansion plans forward and always knows that he has the full backing of his management team and staff. In his spare time Ian is a keen golfer and also an avid watcher of any sport that involves a ball.
ian.cooper@patonbrown.com
When Paton Brown reaches 50 years in business next year, Tom will have been with the business for half of those years. During that time he has gained expertise in all the various printing processes and is always on hand to offer expert advice. Tom runs the Print Hub in work and out of work runs various races, including the Manchester Marathon, in very credible times. He also is a regular competitor in the Manchester to Blackpool cycle race. tom.serridge@patonbrown.com
Debbie joined Paton Brown six years ago bringing with her a wealth of technical 'know how'. She spent 2 years in the design studio running the digital press before moving over to join the sales team. Whilst Debbie deals with a wide variety of clients including The Trafford Centre and Human Appeal, the in-depth knowledge that she has gained in the digital print side of the business means that she also specialises in working with clients requiring personalised digital print material. debbie.strong@patonbrown.com
Kelly has been with Paton Brown for a year now and specialises in project managing Council work. Kelly is responsible for coordinating the electoral work that we complete each year for a number of Councils across the region. As part of this role Kelly is continually tendering for additional government print contracts and has recently won a 4 year contract with Trafford Council to supply & deliver their full range of election stationary. Since graduating from MMU with a BA Hons in Marketing Kelly has worked in various marketing and product management roles in the print industry. kelly.mallon@patonbrown.com
Amanda has been with Paton Brown for a year now and brings with her over 15 years experience within the Print and Direct Mail industry. Working for some of the largest print groups in the UK she focuses on larger volume continuous stationery projects from fellow printers and agencies. As a member of the Paton Brown Postal Vote Solutions Team, Amanda is co-responsible for the project management and co-ordination of the Local and General election mailings. Amanda is also charged with advising clients on the Royal Mail Sustainable Mail and PAS2020.
amanda.long@patonbrown.com
Jenny is the jewel in the crown of Paton Brown. She is the friendly voice at the end of the phone and the person who makes everyone feel welcome as soon as they enter our reception area. Plus, just as importantly, she always provides the drinks and the chocolate biscuits together with her friendly banter. Visitors sometimes forget our names but since Jenny joined us nearly 7 years ago they always seem to remember her name.
jenny.peak@patonbrown.com
Natalie joined Paton Brown almost a year ago and from day one she fitted in so well that we all felt as if we had known her for years. She deals with all the daily purchase and sales transactions in our busy Accounts Department and also assists in personnel related issues. She is kept almost as busy at home keeping her lively three year old son happy.
natalie.gallacher@patonbrown.com
Finance Director
Joined the company in 1994 on a Youth Opportunity Programme and was subsequently promoted. Qualified as an accountant in 1995, and became a Fellow of the ACCA five years later. He lives in Altrincham with his wife Sarah, and daughters Josephine and Bridie. His main hobby is watching football and he has supported the best team in Manchester since birth. His oldest daughter, who is only 3, is already becoming an avid fan without any persuasion from her Dad. duncan.etheridge@patonbrown.com
Marketing & Communications Manager
Margaret joined Paton Brown over 7 years ago after a long association with the company as a client. Years of experience as the Advertising Manager for Norweb Utilities and later as Marketing & Communications Manager for the Co-operative Retail Society have taught her that we should never forget that the purpose of marketing is ultimately to sell, She firmly believes that companies should be looking to marketing to help them to survive in this current climate. Margaret's interests include family, friends, football, food, films.
margaret.o'neill@patonbrown.com
Sales and Client Service Manager
Claire has worked for Paton Brown for 6 years and in her current Sales Manager role for the past 4 years. Claire manages the project management team and continually drives sales through controlling some of the company's key accounts such as British Gas. Away from work Claire has a passion for photography and cooking and is exceptionally good at both. claire.gilbert@patonbrown.com
Lesley has been with Paton Brown for six years, focusing on and managing clients within the leisure industry. Working alongside companies whose business depends on catchy and creative marketing campaigns Lesley has the understanding and experience to guide them with their strategies. Lesley also has ample experience in co-ordinating door-drops and again can confidently advise her clients on these. Some of Lesley's accounts include Caerphilly Garden Centre, Manchester City Council and Keep Britain Tidy. lesley.durber@patonbrown.com
Brenda has been with Paton Brown for 22 years and appears to have enjoyed every minute of them. Whatever our clients want to dispatch by mail or courier Brenda has the solution on how it should be done in the quickest and most cost effective way. She liaises closely with Royal Mail and other postal distributors to ensure the smooth progress of all our work. When she is not working overtime at the weekend to get all the 'rush' jobs out Brenda loves nothing more than to take her nephews and nieces (famous five at the moment with another arriving shortly) out on special trips to the seaside or other fun places. Picnics are also included by popular demand.
brenda.freeburn@patonbrown.com
Peter is very aptly named as he has the patience of a saint when dealing with any of the very wide spectrum of IT matters that come under his remit. In addition to all his obvious technical talents, Peter has a degree in Russian, speaks fluent Hungarian and is an accomplished dancer. He is also our quality control and environmental expert, in fact he is an expert in any numbers pre-fixed with the letters ISO. He is another of our long serving members of staff with over 22 years service.
peter.arundale@patonbrown.com
