Find out more about the CorkSol team who make everything we do possible
Joff Ward
Managing Director
Joff has a background in international sales and founded CorkSol UK in 2013 after visiting a modular housing scheme in the Netherlands and he immediately recognised CorkSol SprayCork was fit for the UK market. Responsible for all employees from their recruitment to their health and safety and the day to day completion of their work.
His role in the business is to manage the:
- Research and development
- Supply chain
- Finance
Jamie Orr
Commercial Director
Jamie has over 14 years experience in plastering and rendering, and understands the technical requirements for the application of sprayed cork coatings. He has been at the forefront of setting up the Approved Applicator Training Programme, delivering the course, and is the driving force behind the promotion of the course, and the CorkSol SprayCork material.
His role in the business is to:
- Develop sales of Approved Applicator Schemes
- Manage a strong community of Approved Applicators
- Work with the marketing teams to build awareness of CorkSol and the Approved Applicator Scheme
Richard Leach
Chairman
Richard has been Managing Director of a specialist fit-out company for over 20 years. Now branching out and helping CorkSol UK drive growth and plan for a successful future.
His role in the business is to:
- Support behind the scenes with strategy and growth plans
- Chair the key meetings and develop the top team
- Ensure we get the big decisions right and that the company moves at pace
Pam Bales
Internal Sales Manager
Pam has 40 years’ experience in Customer Service & Sales in various industries. “In all those years, I haven’t dealt with a product which inspires me as much as SprayCork does. I’m very passionate about its sustainability and benefits.”
Her role in the business is:
- Proactive recruitment of Approved Applicators and CPD course delegates
- Customer Service
- General office admin
Chanté Cayenne-Cox
Project Manager
Chanté is responsible for Direct Sales and customer interaction, as well as providing support and guidance to both customers and Approved Applicators.
Her role in the business is to:
- Provide administrative support
- Handle and redirect incoming calls
- Manage customer referrals and liaise with the Approved Applicator network
Chris Heaton
Marketing Manager
Chris has a background in marketing, with a number of years spent in the construction sector. He is focused on promoting the environmental benefits of cork as a building material to help make the built environment more sustainable.
His role in the business is to:
- Develop the marketing strategy
- Raise awareness of the brand in the market
- Continually develop a suitable UK product portfolio
Daniel Smith
Operations Assistant
Daniel has experience working in warehouses and operation lines. He handles the warehouse shipping side of the company, as well as creating the different colours that SprayCork uses.
His role in the business is to:
- Handle outgoing and incoming deliveries
- Create the colour pigments for SprayCork
