The Houlden Team
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Finance Director
Joe Walsh
Laings
Rowan House
70 Buchanan Street
Glasgow, G1 3JE
T: 0141 221 0121
OPERATIONS TEAM
Chief Operations Officer
Denise McLaughlin
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Denise oversees Houlden’s operations and works with the CEO to implement strategic initiatives set by the Board of Directors, supporting the entire Houlden team, board, and CEO to ensure the smooth execution of strategies.
She manages the Operations department and delivery of two annual Houlden events with an aim to continuously exceed Members and Supplier Partners’ expectations.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9039
Membership Executive
Leeanne Rawson
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leeanne leads the strategic development of the Jewellers of Excellence Academy to achieve continual engagement of our membership. She provides guidance on the sourcing and appointment of Houlden Advantage Service providers, ensuring that she has a firm understanding of Members’ requirements.
Leeanne working closely with the CEO, also manages and maintains Member relationships.
Leeanne is part of the Houlden Executive team.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9036
Marketing & Communications Executive
Kat Campbell
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kat is responsible for the overall marketing and communication strategy of Houlden and oversees the communication channels in line with our brand identity.
She promotes the Houlden ethos and accomplishments internally via our company communication channels, and via our app, web, email, print, social media and externally via trade and industry publications.
Kat is part of the Houlden Executive team.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9031
Marketing & Communications Officer
Louise Cullen
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Louise ensures all content on the app, social media and website, in addition to articles and emails, reflect the vision and values of Houlden and are in line with the Houlden brand strategy.
She is responsible for improving and sustaining engagement levels across Houlden platforms and for producing collateral for the two Houlden events.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9035
Supply Chain Manager
Joanna Brown
RESPONSIBILITIES:
***Joanna is currently on maternity leave.*** Joanna is the key contact for our Supplier Partners and collaborates with them to ensure they meet supply chain standards determined by Houlden.
She evaluates operational performance and ensures mutually beneficial relationships are maintained. She also supports the planning and execution of the two annual Houlden events and is involved with developing the app and website to support Houlden Supplier Partners.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9030
Operations Administrator
Anna Bavington
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Anna is responsible for the maintenance of the Houlden CRM system, app and website.
She also manages the distribution of digital communications and provides vital administrative support across all Houlden departments.
Direct Dial:0141 404 6967
Operations & Events Administrator
Mhairi Davidson
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Mhairi is covering Joanna Brown’s maternity leave and is supporting the Operations team in delivering exceptional events.
She is also the key contact for our Preferred Suppliers and Advantage Services Suppliers as well as helping the team keep all of our systems and processes up to date.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9030
FINANCE TEAM
Finance Manager
Sharon Kemp
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sharon is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the finance function so the team can provide a first-class service to Members and Supplier Partners.
She is also responsible for managing the financial strategy and production of all required financial information for the CEO, Finance Director, and Board of Directors.
Sharon is part of the Houlden Executive team.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9038
Bookkeeper
Nicola Devlin
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Nicola supports the Finance Manager to ensure the Finance department meets the expected level of efficiency, accuracy, and deadlines to guarantee all Houlden service standards are met and maintained.
She also devises management accounts and prepares reports and information in accordance with the Houlden month end procedure.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9034
Senior Accounts Assistant
Linzi Swift
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Linzi assists with aspects of the finance function by operating and monitoring Members and Supplier Partners’ accounts.
She ensures the safe receipt and handling of monies, prepares reports and deals with finance related queries.
Direct Dial:0141 471 7389
Operations & Finance Officer
Annette Rowan
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Annette is responsible for managing importation, hallmarking and stock requirements for Houlden as well as resolving finance queries for both Members and Supplier Partners.
She is also involved with the planning and administration of the two annual Houlden events and developing relationships with our valued Supplier Partners.
Direct Dial:0141 223 9037
Accounts Assistant
Susan Doyle
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Susan maintains an efficient and accurate finance function by assisting the Finance team with accounting duties which include processing invoices, credit notes, payments, and statement reconciliations.
She is also responsible for preparing information in accordance with the Houlden month end procedure.
Direct Dial:0141 471 7378