About Us
Talking Tables Ltd. was established by Clare Harris in 1999, just in time for the 2000 Millennium celebrations. A year later, Mark McCormack joined the company. We started with only 8 products. Today our current line is 350 and growing. You will find our products in retailers such as John Lewis, Heals, Harrods, Selfridges and Liberty as well as independent shops nationwide.
Talking Tables is unique in that it designs all its own products. We take fun seriously: adding style and wit to life's celebrations. We are a highly creative team who all enjoy a bit of bash. We specialise in new product ideas to add fun and style to gatherings.
The company name came about because Clare wanted our products to get the table talking. She also wants it to be laughing and merry with everyone participating equally. She wants whoever happens to be at your house today – from Grandma to a passing friend – to feel relaxed and part of the lively ensemble. The goal is for our products to help to make your gatherings with friends the most enjoyable and the most memorable.
The team has grown from just two, to now include:
DIRECTORS:
Clare Harris: covering in particular Sales & Product Development
Mark McCormack: covering in particular Finance, Distribution & Technical
CUSTOMER SUPPORT:
Alice Jackson: Customer Services Manager
Kelly Baker: Receptionist & Customer Support (including support for website public orders)
Sophia Allcott: Customer Support & Major Account Customer Support
Paul Evans: Customer Support & Major Account Customer Support
May Wong: Major Account Customer Support
Helen Hornsby: Marketing, Website and PR
SALES:
Rachel Stables: Account Manager and Sales
Lucy Earing: Account Manager and Sales
Tom Grimer: Account Manager & Sales
Penny Andrews: Account Manager and Sales
Sophie Chantler: Account Manager and Sales (also covers NE, NW and East Anglia)
Kerrie-Ann Sleep: International Account Manager and International Development
We are also very well supported by a number of regional sales agents (see “area of website”) who have worked with us and our regional customers over many years.
SUPPLY CHAIN:
Jocelyn Mullaney: Production & Project Management Leader
Bernadette Gallon: Purchasing & Procurement Leader
Ian Ray: Inventory and Shipping
PRODUCT DEVELOPERS:
Sacha Dew: Product Developer
Ali Snell: Product Developer
Katie Diacon: Product Developer
Amy McSorley: Product Developer
Ambreen Nawaz: Games Developer
Clyde Simpson: Technical Product Specialist
DESIGN:
Kate Almond: Designer and Design Studio Co-ordinator
Nicola Yau: Artworker
Angelica Dinsart: Art working & Mock-up Artist
We also use several talented freelance designers some of whom have loyally supported us over many years. We always welcome fresh talent too!
ACCOUNTS & FINANCE
Deena Padhiar: Accounts Leader
Anda Vilima: Accounts
The vision of Talking Tables is to provide stylish and co-ordinated accessories for your party or occasion. We have based the company on providing fun and different ways for people to celebrate and entertain.
Thank you for your interest and support.
The Talking Tables team