Team UK

Deb Howse: Director

Deb has been with Papini for over 11 years and became a director in March 2010.  She oversees the smooth operation of the sales process and is exceptional in ensuring that the office runs efficiently and effectively.  Deb knows all of our customers by name.

Faye Reid: Sales

Faye is instrumental in processing orders and ensuring that customers are guided through the sales process smoothly.  She is happy to assist with product information and stock/order related queries.  Faye is conscientious and provides a very high level of customer care.

Claire Hughes: Purchase Manager

Claire manages the purchasing of stock and bespoke orders, and monitors shipping and delivery dates.  She liaises with the designers and our factory to ensure our garments are produced to the highest standards, and that they arrive on time.

Design

Jemisha Mistry: Senior Designer

Jemisha oversees all aspects of the design department. She studied BA(Hons) Fashion Design (IND) at Leeds University.  Jemisha manages the teams workload whether it is designing garments, marketing, graphic work or quality control.  Jemisha has been instrumental in the development of Papini Studio for both Papini and our customers.

Ellie Milsom: Designer

Ellie is the newest member of our design team and she works alongside Jemisha.  She has a BA(Hons) degree in Fashion from Surrey Institute of Art and Design.  She has experience in retail and has completed placements in buying departments at high street brands.

Ping Crawford: Photography & Design

Ping is our creative photographer and has a degree in Photography from the University of Harbin.  She is excellent knowledge of Photoshop and works closely with Jemisha & Ellie to create designs for our customers.  Ping was born in China and helps maintain good relationships with our Chinese manufacturers. The high quality of work that Ping has produced through her photography has greatly encouraged Jemisha to move forward with Papini Studio.

Jemisha and Ellie liaise with the customer from the initial concept through to the finished and delivered product. Along with Ping, they are in constant contact with our Chinese factory keeping close attention to detail through the stages of development and manufacturing for both stock and bespoke orders.

Richard Murray: Logistics/Warehouse Manager

Richard is instrumental in ensuring the smooth running of our warehouse.  He manages logistics for all our deliveries from China.  He oversees that all orders received are dispatched to our customer on the same day.  

Tommy Mason: Warehouse Supervisor

Tommy has been with Papini for over 12 years. He oversees the picking and packing of orders and keeps the warehouse organised and tidy.

Ian Teasdale: Accountant 

For over 12 years Ian has managed Papini’s accounts and the running of the finance department from day to day.  He keeps a tight rein on the book-keeping and advises on many financial issues.