Our dedicated team of 26 currently consists of the following 14 office staff, as well as our warehouse manager, three stores-men, a warehouse assistant, six assemblers, and one support staff. Our team is constantly growing as our business evolves and we’re always on the lookout for new talent to join our small, multi-skilled, and close knit platoon. Every member of our team is important, but as a customer you’re most likely to speak to the following people.
Our Team
John Teasdale ~ CEO
John has worked for the company since 1988 and became Managing Director when his father Brian S Teasdale retired in 2002. John oversaw a major rebrand of the company and has been the cornerstone of our strong and sustained growth, enabling BST to move to our modern premises in 2009 and continuing the expansion of the business and our range of high-quality detectable products.
Fun fact: Having worked for the company for three decades, John still does not know the location of the company kettle.
Carol Thomas ~ Operations Director
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Carol works closely with the MD to determine the strategic direction of the company. She is responsible for recruitment, health and safety, systems and procedures, ensuring quality of service and continuous improvement.
Fun fact: Carol once accidentally trapped her thumb in the boot of her car (which locks automatically) leaving her stranded in the car park.
Kylie Teasdale ~ Finance Manager
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Kylie monitors the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and many other transactions. She is responsible for the financial health of the company.
Fun fact: Kylie believes the only liquids in the world are coffee and wine.
Annicka Webb ~ Marketing Manager
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Annicka is our in house graphic design, printing and marketing expert. Annicka manages our ecommerce website, email marketing, social media pages, magazine advertising, brochure and exhibition designs. She is also involved in bespoke projects for customers such as our Detectapen® printing service, bespoke tag, tape and sticker printing, as well as vacuum depanner belting for bakery clients.
Fun fact: If Annicka can’t go for a run, she becomes wildly jealous of every runner she see's.
Katie Fedun ~ Business Development Manager
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Katie implements sales strategies and oversees the sales department. She is available to contact for general discussions, marketing materials, and any guidance you may require.
Fun fact: Katie’s hard work is 100% fuelled by the consumption of chocolate, for best results it must be a Wispa.
Oliver Breedon ~ Product & Supply Chain Manager
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Ollie is a key part of our Product Development Team, involved in the provision of bespoke solutions for our clients to solve specific on-site problems. He is responsible for driving the discovery of new product opportunities and improving existing designs through research of new technology, legislation, and market demand as well as looking after a number of key supplier accounts.
Fun fact: Ollie is very tenacious, even in leisure. He has had the same rugby injury, not once not twice but three times already and he hasn’t given in yet!.
Josh Webb ~ Operations Manager
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Josh oversees the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, with responsibility for health and safety, stock management, and the coordination of our warehouse and assembly teams. He ensures everything runs smoothly, maintaining efficient processes, safe working practices, and reliable order fulfilment across the operation.
Fun fact: Josh is one of our longest standing employees after being here for 16 years. That’s nearly half his life!
Megan Phillips ~ Business Development Executive
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Megan looks after our existing customers while also sourcing new business opportunities. Known for her bright, friendly approach and eagerness to help, she works closely with customers to understand their needs, identify opportunities, and ensure they receive the right solutions and support. With a proactive and approachable style, Megan plays a key role in growing accounts, developing new business, and representing BST with enthusiasm and care.
Fun fact: Megan looks like she's in her 20s, is actually in her 30s, but acts like she's in her 90s.
Ella Walton ~ Business Development Executive
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Ella supports both new and existing customers and helping maintain strong, long-term relationships. With a calm, considered style and a subtle entrepreneurial streak, she contributes to business growth while ensuring customers feel supported and understood.
Fun fact: Ella is a creature of habit. Every Wednesday for the last 9 years, she has gone to Bingo, and she has had a pan au chocolate every day at 11am since 2019…
Michelle Johnson ~ Sales Administrator
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Michelle is one of our longest serving members of staff and enjoys great working relationships with many of our top customers. Michelle is responsible for processing sales orders from our global client base. Her vast experience helps ensure that orders progress smoothly and customers are always kept up to date.
Fun fact: You know when Michelle has arrived at BST as you can always hear her infectious laugh from the car park!
Ginette Hatton ~ Procurement Officer
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Ginette began working at BST in 2018, originally as part of the operations team. Since then, she has developed into the role of Procurement Officer. Ginette’s responsibilities include monitoring and maintaining stock levels, handling purchasing, and dealing with product issues.
Fun fact: Ginette’s dream is to swim with dolphins, she even has one tattooed on her arm!
Leigh Fletcher ~ Product Development Co-ordinator
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Leigh originally worked in our DetectaPen® Assembly Team before progressing to sales administration and then into the Product Development Team. She now develops and co-ordinates bespoke solutions for our clients to solve specific on-site problems including, but not limited to, Depanner Belts, Printed Pens, and Printed Loop Tags. Leigh is also involved in the research, testing, and development of new products and provides a professional and friendly service for all product related enquiries.
Fun fact: With two kids under 5, the office feels like a second home to Leigh – just with taller kids and more caffeine, but probably the same amount of crying.
Becky Thomas ~ Marketing Content Executive
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Rebecca joined the Marketing Team in 2020 after previously providing cover in the Accounts department. Rebecca plans, writes, and uploads social media posts and constructs editorial texts for publications. She is also the Management Representative for our ISO 9001 Quality Management System ensuring all procedures are current, correct, and fully documented.
Fun fact: Rebecca is so focused, she won’t let anything distrac --- oh look! Puppies!
Carla Jones ~ Junior Graphic Designer
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Carla is responsible for creating and editing visual content across the business, producing engaging images and videos designed to educate, inform, and entertain our audience across multiple platforms.
Fun fact: Carla wears a size 2½ shoe, which is typically worn by 7-8year old girls
Nina Ivanova ~ Trade Compliance & Accounts Administrator
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Nina is our Import and Export Coordinator; she is responsible for monitoring import and export shipments and maintains all associated information on our systems. She collects and files shipment declarations and documentations as well as managing any customs disputes by communicating with customers and couriers.
Fun fact: As a first-time dog owner, Nina’s world suddenly revolves around a pint-sized ruler with a wagging tail and a habit for treating shoelaces like spaghetti.