Meet the team
Russwood employs talented teams across our production and office departments at our Newtonmore headquarters, as well as our office in central Glasgow. Put a face to the name with our team gallery below. If you would like to find out a bit more about working at Russwood see our people blogs, current vacancies can be found on our careers page.
Leadership Team
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John Russell
FounderArticles by JohnMe in 3
Imaginative, enthusiastic, pragmatic.
When I’m not at work…
I’m on my bike, ski touring, golfing, reading, planning.
Fun fact
I’m a big fan of Nigel Slater.
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Naomi Russell
Joint Managing DirectorArticles by NaomiMe in 3
Enthusiastic, resourceful, imaginative.
When I’m not at work…
I’m experimenting in the kitchen, renovating or exploring Scotland’s mountains and beaches with my husband and my border terrier, Malcolm.
Favourite holiday destination
Anywhere with snowy alpine slopes and après-ski.
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Michael Russell
Joint Managing DirectorArticles by MichaelWhen I’m not at work…
I’ll be on a golf course, on a shinty pitch, or spending time with Kirsty and Sonny the Beagle.
Favourite food
Anything made by my mum, Isla. She’s a great cook and looks after our staff and visitors – our unofficial ‘Director of Kindness & Hospitality”!
Favourite holiday destination
Visiting the Giant Redwoods in Sequoia National Park was a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
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Claire Howie
DirectorArticles by ClaireWhen I’m not at work…
I love to run. I’m hugely passionate about Parkrun which is a regular fixture in my weekend. I love cooking and catching up with friends. And walking my dog on the beach.
Fun fact
I’ve been on stage with Leo Sayer!
Favourite holiday destination
Portugal.
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Jenny Shepherd
Production ManagerMe in 3
Positive, trustworthy, loyal.
Hidden talent
I like to cartwheel after a few drinks – normally a disaster! Certainly not a talent, but great fun!
Favourite food
Chinese food, Thai food, Indian food, anything with a little kick!
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Gillian Kennedy
HR ManagerWhen I’m not at work…
I’m working at being the best mum I can be to my 3 boys and making the most of our amazing natural surroundings walking our dog Rocky, camping, cycling, hill walking, fishing. I love where we live!
Favourite food
Tatties, I love tatties everyway; mashed, roast, boiled, baked.
Favourite holiday destination
Anywhere in the sunshine where there is no housework to be done 😂
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Thea Jones
Flooring & Interiors Sales ManagerArticles by TheaMe in 3
Sociable, caring and warm-hearted.
When I’m not at work…
Sipping cocktails with pals, spending time with family, keeping active and traveling to new and exciting places!
Favourite food
I could eat Thai food all day every day!
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Morgan Corrieri
Cladding & Decking Sales ManagerArticles by MorganMe in 3
Meticulous, dedicated, vibrant.
When I’m not at work…
I am indulging in a good book, enjoying a mindful yoga practice or embarking on a road trip (usually to a beautiful coastal pocket of Scotland).
Favourite food
Asian inspired cuisine, my current obsession is poke bowls!
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Amy Conboy
Marketing ManagerArticles by AmyMe in 3
Adventurous, social, creative.
When I’m not at work…
I’m cooking a storm up in the kitchen or spending time outdoors.
Favourite food
You can’t beat a Sunday Roast!
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Laura McKinnon
Operations ManagerMe in 3
Collaborative, organised, resilient.
Fun fact
I’ve played the Flute at Disneyland Paris & St Marks Square in Venice.
Favourite holiday destination
Maldives or anywhere with good diving.
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Alaister Jeffrey
Commercial LeadMe in 3
Resilient, dutiful, discrete.
When I’m not at work…
I am likely cheering on my football team.
Fun fact
I have two ears and one mouth and thus listen twice as much as I speak.
Architectural Liaison
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Fraser Hourston
Architectural Liaison TechnicianArticles by FraserMe in 3
Knowledgeable, helpful, friendly.
When I’m not at work…
I’m usually at the gym or home painting miniature models.
Favourite holiday destination
Budapest, they have pizza by the slice shops open 24/7.
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Taylor Butler
Architectural Liaison TechnicianArticles by TaylorMe in 3
Balanced, positive & creative.
When I’m not at work…
You’ll find me tucked away in a cafe with a book, making friends with dogs or wandering through forests.
Hidden talent
I have two super powers: parallel parking and photography.
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Hannah Poyner
Architectural Liaison TechnicianMe in 3
Creative, approachable, enthusiastic.
When I’m not at work…
I’m escaping into a book, enjoying the gym, or having a laugh in a Zumba class.
Favourite holiday destination
Seville, Spain.
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Jodie Wight
Interior Project Liaison TechnicianArticles by JodieMe in 3
Passionate, creative, positive.
When I’m not at work…
I’m singing in a choir or finding new coffee shops to visit.
Favourite holiday destination
The Alps (or anywhere I can ski!)
Sales Team
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Graham Whitfield
Senior Cladding & Decking Sales AdvisorArticles by GrahamWhen I’m not at work…
I enjoy nothing better than battening down the hatches, grabbing some snacks and watching movies with my wife and daughter.
Fun fact
I used to rock a mohawk in my youth.
You may not know
I’m a drummer, but can also play a wide range of other instruments like Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Banjo, Uke and also enjoy singing and music production.
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Craig Campbell
Senior Cladding & Decking Sales AdvisorMe in 3
Thorough, loyal, dedicated.
When I’m not at work…
I am usually in the gym or out with my 2 dogs, I enjoy staying active and being in the great outdoors , but equally happy cozied in with the family enjoying a good movie or game.
Fun fact
I have played an extra in multiple TV series including Outlander & Monarch of the Glen.
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Rich Rose
Sales & Project Development AdvisorWhen I’m not at work…
I’m either out on my bike, in the gym or out exploring the highlands with my girlfriend and sausage dog.
Favourite food
Anything Italian.
Favourite holiday destination
Sri Lanka!
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Molly Welsh
Flooring & Interiors Sales AdvisorArticles by MollyMe in 3
Bubbly, friendly, colourful.
When I’m not at work…
I’m either at home cooking, off pottering round our local lochs and bird-spotting, or I’ve popped home for the weekend to see my family in the central belt.
Fun fact
I broke my nose on the day my cousin was born, totally upstaged him. Sorry Lewis.
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Alecsandra Puflea
Cladding & Decking Sales AdvisorArticles by AlecsandraMe in 3
Kind, generous and driven.
Fun fact
I learnt to whistle recently, and I love to do it when out with the dogs.
Hidden talent
I am a good backgammon player.
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Rory Stalker
Cladding & Decking Sales AdvisorArticles by RoryMe in 3
Bold, adventurous, outgoing.
When I’m not at work…
I’m going on long walks or watching a good movie.
Fun fact
I’ve never been able to touch my toes.
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Caroline Turner
Cladding & Decking Sales AdvisorWhen I’m not at work…
I’m cooking, reading or wild swimming.
Fun fact
I have lived in Portugal, Chile and Mexico and am fluent(ish) in Spanish and Portuguese.
Unusual skill
Extremely good at packing a car (Tetris style) but detest packing a suitcase.
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Paul MacArthur
Cladding & Decking Sales AdvisorMe in 3
Driven, loyal and competitive.
Favourite food
Good pizza, washed down with a hazy IPA
Favourite holiday destination
Charlestown Breachway, Rhode Island, USA.
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Heather McDonald
Sales SupportWhen I’m not at work…
I am going out, sipping cocktails, and enjoying the night with friends, family and good food.
Favourite food
Steak, aged and cooked to medium-rare, with a rich, succulent flavour.
Favourite holiday destination
Lisbon, Portugal
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Chris Wright
Technical Sales for SIHGA® UKWhen I’m not at work…
I’m chasing a toddler, doing DIY or tinkering with a vintage car.
Favourite food
Sunday Roast!
Favourite holiday destination
Anywhere with a ski slope.
Continuous Improvement
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Judy Davis
ISO CoordinatorMe in 3
Organised, dedicated, trustworthy.
When I’m not at work…
I’m busy being a mum to 2 beautiful boys, socialising with friends or online shopping.
Favourite holiday destination
My hometown – Portmahomack or anywhere hot and sunny.
Finance & Administration
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Vicky Dakers
Finance SupervisorMe in 3
Happy, Mum, Granny.
Favourite food
Anything someone else has cooked for me.
Favourite holiday destination
I love travelling so very hard to decide but anywhere near the sea or up in the hills.
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Heather Flatley
Credit ControllerMe in 3
Mother, reserved, independent.
Favourite food
I eat everything apart from Liver!
Favourite holiday destination
Anywhere hot, relaxing and must have a boat trip with BBQ and drinks!
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Annette Harrigan
Finance & Administration AssistantArticles by AnnetteMe in 3
Mum, loyal, introvert.
When I’m not at work…
I’ll be with my boys being roped into gaming or playing football, or tucked up with a good book and a glass of red wine.
Favourite holiday destination
Love weekends away, anywhere with nice walks and good food.
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Kelsey Orr
Haulage & Logistics SupervisorArticles by KelseyMe in 3
Organised, sassy, tenacious.
When I’m not at work…
I’m usually away on day trips, walking my wee cocker spaniel, shopping or bossing my nearest and dearest about!
Favourite holiday destination
You can never go wrong with a Greek holiday!
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Mollie Moneagle
Reception & Administration AssistantMe in 3
Caring, Dependable and Sociable.
Favourite food
I love a good homemade macaroni cheese!
Favourite holiday destination
Rovinj in Croatia, but I would love to go to Greece!
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Ailza Murray
Reception & Administration AssistantMe in 3
Dependable, loyal and trustworthy.
When I’m not at work…
I enjoy walking and I am also a beekeeper and enjoy singing with the Badenoch chorale.
Favourite holiday destination
I enjoy going to Italy for holidays.
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Alice Wootton
Production SupportMe in 3
Lively, curious, enthusiastic.
When I’m not at work…
I’m probably tucked up with my dogs/cooking/at the gym (or making excuses to avoid going). I also do Floristry as a hobby, and have done wedding florals for friends & family.
Favourite holiday destination
The Isle of Coll, such a beautiful little place, and very special since getting engaged there.
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Brianna Blaho
Production SupportMe in 3
Empathetic, kind, considerate.
Fun fact
I have a background in fine jewellery and have helped create engagement rings from start to finish, working closely with clients to bring their dream designs to life. My passion for diamonds, gemstones, and custom design has allowed me to be a part of one of the most meaningful moments in people’s lives – helping them find the perfect ring to symbolize their love story.
Favourite holiday destination
Charlestown, Rhode Island.
Marketing
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Zoë Armstrong
Marketing & Events CoordinatorArticles by ZoëMe in 3
Creative, sociable, driven.
When I’m not at work…
I’m walking my dog, Freddie, going to a gym class, seeing my friends and family or trying new places around the West End of Glasgow, where I live.
Favourite holiday destination
Thailand or Greece – I love the mix of beautiful beaches, vibrant culture and delicious food.
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Connor Silcock
Marketing AssistantArticles by ConnorMe in 3
Energetic, strategic, social.
When I’m not at work…
I’m either running or spending time with family and friends.
Favourite holiday destination
Mexico.
Production
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Paul Watters
Production ForemanMe in 3
Reliable, driven, logical.
When I’m not at work…
I usually have some form of DIY project on the go, or am tending to the small herd of highland ponies.
Favourite holiday destination
West coast of Scotland, west by far is best! despite the weather and midges.
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Blair MacKintosh
Production SupervisorMe in 3
Laid-back, kind, hypochondriac.
When I’m not at work…
I love spending time with my wife and 4 kids. I also enjoy pumping iron in the gym.
Fun fact
I was part of a very successful Newtonmore First Shinty Team in the early 2010’s and have won multiple trophies.
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George Ellis
Production SupervisorMe in 3
Practical, creative, reliable.
When I’m not at work…
I’m being a dad to my three kids or I’m in my workshop.
You may not know
I enjoy Olympic weightlifting and knife making.
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Derek Chisholm
Production SupervisorMe in 3
Determined, stubborn and grumpy.
When I’m not at work…
I’m golfing.
Favourite holiday destination
Turkey.
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Kenneth Harrigan
Production SupervisorMe in 3
Stubborn, helpful, resourceful.
When I’m not at work…
I’m out riding my motorbike.
Favourite food
French Fancies, with a bottle of Rose.
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John MacRae
DriverMe in 3
Very good natured.
Hidden talent
John claims he has none, but 30+ years of expertly delivering to all corners Scotland tells us otherwise!
Favourite holiday destination
Maldives.
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Andy Parker
Production Operative & Internal Logistics LeadMe in 3
Dedicated, meticulous, helpful.
When I’m not at work…
You’ll likely find me cleaning my Audi S3, riding my bike, or spending time with my partner Anne, our dogs Millie and Frankie, and the extended family.
Fun fact
I’m an on-call firefighter with over 23 years of service, and I’m known for being meticulous about keeping the fire station (and my car) spotless!
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Dougie Edwards
Production OperativeMe in 3
Tall, quiet and hairy.
Fun fact
I play Bass guitar and have played alongside Richard Ashcroft, Beverly Knight and the Wombats.
Favourite food
Chinese. Prawn toast, shredded chilli chicken and prawn crackers. Bosh.
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Jamesie Ross
Production OperativeMe in 3
Hard working, fun and loving.
When I’m not at work…
I’m walking my dog.
Fun fact
I can drink a yard of ale in 9 seconds.
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Raf Tomaszewski
Production Operative -
Andy Cruickshanks
Production OperativeMe in 3
Family, gardening, walking.
When I’m not at work…
I’m with my family.
Favourite holiday destination
Scotland.
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Nick Mitchell
Production OperativeMe in 3
Practical, problem solver.
When I’m not at work…
You’ll find me fishing or making my own resin tables and fishing lures.
Favourite holiday destination
I enjoy camping and caravanning holidays in Scotland with my wife, Shona.
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Michael Dawson
Production OperativeMe in 3
Witty, hard-working and loyal.
When I’m not at work…
I enjoy spending time with my friends, family and my nieces.
Hidden talent
I have a good memory and acting skills which are useful when I do performances with the Newtonmore and Badenoch Drama Club.
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Scott Haig
Production OperativeMe in 3
Careful, concise, considerate.
Favourite food
Seafood.
Favourite holiday destination
Canada.
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Neil Gibson
Production OperativeWhen I’m not at work…
I’m training the dogs.
Hidden talent
I can play the banjo.
Favourite food
Beans on toast.
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Martin Gregor
Production Operative -
Andrew Rowe
Production OperativeMe in 3
Philomath, creative, enthusiastic.
When I’m not at work…
I’m exploring nature or crafting at home be it knitting, crocheting, wood working and drawing, or learning something new.
Fun fact
I got tattooed at the same time as Adam Ant in the chair next to me.
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William Murning
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Kenny Campbell
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John Palombo
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Gregg Chisholm
Production OperativeMe in 3
Punctual, hard worker, kind.
When I’m not at work…
I like to go fishing.
Favourite holiday destination
Budapest!
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Abi Craven
Production OperativeMe in 3
Creative, fun, reliable.
Favourite food
Spag bol.
Favourite holiday destination
Crete, Greece.
Research & Development
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Gareth Davies
Head of Technical, R&DArticles by GarethMe in 3
Curious, creative and loyal.
When I’m not at work…
Spending time with my kids, or making / fixing things.
Fun fact
My first job was cleaning the Harry Potter steam train. I’m also a fire dancer.
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Ross McCormack
Cladding System Development TechnicianArticles by RossMe in 3
Understanding, analytical, driven.
When I’m not at work…
I’ll be spending time with my girlfriend, playing video games, cooking or playing / painting Warhammer.
Fun fact
My great grandmother was Annie Lennox’s Godmother.
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David Ross
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Scott McNeill
Technical and R&D SupportArticles by ScottWhen I’m not at work…
I’m out walking my dog.
Favourite food
A nice simple spaghetti.
Favourite holiday destination
Bosnia & Herzegovina.