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OUR PEOPLE

Meet the team behind our FF&E Consultancy, Educational Design, and other services

With staff and offices in England, Scotland, and Wales, we support projects across the UK with a strong local presence. We recognise that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work—local knowledge is key to successful delivery. By employing local project management and installation teams, we also contribute directly to the Scottish and Welsh economies.

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Senior Management

Daryl Stanley

Daryl Stanley

Managing Director

With over 20 years of experience at Pinnacle, Daryl has built deep expertise across fit-out, furniture, and design. As Managing Director, he shapes the company's strategic direction drawing on a career that spans sales, marketing, and operations. His end-to-end understanding of how great spaces come together, from concept to completion, gives him a distinct perspective on what clients truly need. Paired with sharp negotiation and business planning skills, that knowledge keeps Pinnacle competitive and well-positioned in a demanding market.

Bill Stanley

Bill Stanley

Preconstruction Director

Starting out in sales nearly 18 years ago, Bill has grown into one of Pinnacle Furniture's most experienced and trusted leaders. As Preconstruction Director, he oversees estimation, risk management, and client engagement from design through to construction handover, managing a multidisciplinary team of estimators, planners, and engineers. His long tenure at Pinnacle reflects both strong technical capability and a consistent ability to build high-performing teams and lasting client relationships.

Mark Allen

Mark Allen

Operations Director

A background in teaching and engineering feeds directly into how Mark leads as Pinnacle's Operations Director. He oversees construction and engineering projects, ensuring high standards in quality, safety, and cost efficiency. His expertise includes stakeholder management, budget control, tendering, and compliance. Mark's ability to cut through complexity while keeping people and processes aligned is what defines his leadership at every level.

Truan Stanley

Truan Stanley

Director

Truan's journey at Pinnacle, from Project Manager through Business Development and Head of Growth to Director, reflects both strong operational instincts and a genuine appetite for complex challenges. Over seven years he has shaped commercial strategy, expanded market reach, and delivered cross-functional projects. His hands-on, client-facing leadership style has been a constant throughout, earning him a reputation for getting things done without losing sight of the bigger picture.

Andrew Ball

Andrew Ball

Project Director

Andrew Ball is an experienced Project Director with a strong background in project consultancy and FF&E solutions. He combines commercial acumen with hands-on project knowledge, enabling him to understand client objectives and deliver tailored solutions that add value at every stage. With a proven track record in building long-term client relationships, Andrew excels in driving business growth while ensuring projects are delivered with quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction in mind.

Steve Fisher

Steve Fisher

Head of Finance

Steve is an ACCA-qualified accountant since 2008. He brings extensive commercial and financial expertise built across decades of experience in sectors including food and drink, property, manufacturing, and financial services. His broad background underpins a practical, grounded approach that goes beyond the numbers. Steve has led complex transactions such as acquisitions, asset sales, business disposals, and pre-pack administrations, providing clear, composed financial leadership at pivotal moments.

Claire Patey

Claire Patey

Head of Marketing

Since joining Pinnacle in 2022, Claire has led the company's marketing function with a commercially grounded, insight-led approach. Drawing on over 15 years across brand management, product management, and sales marketing, she brings both creative thinking and rigorous execution to every strategy she develops. Her international background informs a broad, considered perspective on brand, and her collaborative style has made a consistently strong impact across the wider business.

Victoria Turier-Duerden

Victoria Turier-Duerden

Head of Design

Victoria is Head of Design at Pinnacle, with over 12 years of experience in architectural design, project management, and FF&E within the education sector. She has a strong understanding of the full construction lifecycle, having delivered projects in live school environments. Victoria has led the growth of Pinnacle’s design function, embedding Revit and BIM standards and achieving BIM Level 2 certification. She is passionate about creating high-quality, functional learning environments that support long-term educational outcomes.

Our Team

Taryn Kallie
Taryn Kallie

Senior Interior Designer

Taryn Kallie

Senior Interior Designer

Taryn loves exploring new places, staying active with pilates, and heading out on long country walks. When she’s not travelling or finding a new trail, she’s enjoying time with friends and family.

Mike Scott
Mike Scott

Senior Design Consultant

Mike Scott

Senior Design Consultant

Our Project Consultant, Mike, is a world record-breaking champion of Flag Football as well as leading exceptional school refurbishments.

Matt Hoy
Matt Hoy

Senior Design Consultant

Matt Hoy

Senior Design Consultant

Our Senior Design Consultant, Matt, is a keen mountain biker and manager of downhill mountain bike races.

Kathryn Baker
Kathryn Baker

Lead FFE Designer

Kathryn Baker

Lead FFE Designer

Kathryn, loves life drawing, upcycling furniture, crochet...basically anything creative...perfect for a Lead FFE Designer When she’s not making, she’s baking gluten free treats or searching for sea glass treasures on Brighton beach.

Yasmin Durrant
Yasmin Durrant

Interior Designer

Yasmin Durrant

Interior Designer

If Yasmin’s not running or practicing aerial acrobatics, she’s busy mastering calisthenics or sketching whatever inspires her in nature.

Libby Appleton
Libby Appleton

Lead FFE Designer

Libby Appleton

Lead FFE Designer

Libby is one of our lead FF&E designers with a sharp eye for detail! When she’s not crafting pixel-perfect work, you’ll find her curled up with a good book or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. Her weekends? Usually spent knee-deep in home renovations and DIY adventures. She's as handy with a hammer as she is with a design brief!

Sheldon Gurr
Sheldon Gurr

Client Relations Manager

Sheldon Gurr

Client Relations Manager

Scoring wins both in and out of the office, Sheldon’s skills in football help kick off new opportunities for the Business Development Team. You could say he is very goal orientated.

Fraser Thomson
Fraser Thomson

Client Relations Manager

Fraser Thomson

Client Relations Manager

Fraser's original brand of easy going nature inter-mixed with witty quips has had such a positive influence on the office, he can always brighten up your day. Very handy in the Business Development team.

Tim Ross
Tim Ross

Client Relations Manager

Tim Ross

Client Relations Manager

Most winter Saturdays, you’ll find Tim cutting and kiln-drying logs for a small community venture he’s set up at church — a project the young lads love getting involved in.

Matthew Henderson
Matthew Henderson

Project Manager

Matthew Henderson

Project Manager

Our Project Manager, Matthew, likes to coach his son’s rugby club, defend his STRAVA KOM, and drink whisky, although he hasn’t managed all three at once yet.

Jodie Lindley
Jodie Lindley

Project Manager

Jodie Lindley

Project Manager

Project Manager, Jodie, loves spending her spare time taking her dog on long walks and playing netball.

Colin Dymond
Colin Dymond

Project Manager

Colin Dymond

Project Manager

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Evie Jenkins
Evie Jenkins

Project Support

Evie Jenkins

Project Support

Evie, our Project Support is a passionate individual who loves reading fiction books, staying active with gym classes, and enjoys peaceful walks with her dog. Her diverse interests reflect a vibrant personality and dedication to well-being.

Ella Bone
Ella Bone

Project Support

Ella Bone

Project Support

Ella, our Project Support, keeps things organised and moving smoothly across every stage of a project. Outside of work, she enjoys unwinding with a good book or heading out for a run to clear her mind.

Aidan Hewison
Aidan Hewison

Bid Manager

Aidan Hewison

Bid Manager

As well as having a passion for playing the piano, Bid Manager, Aidan, supports the Sales Team to help them secure future projects.

Barclay Thomson
Barclay Thomson

Business Development Executive

Barclay Thomson

Business Development Executive

Barclay, our Business Development Executive, brings energy and enthusiasm to every client relationship. When he’s off the clock, you’ll find him tuning into his favourite tracks or hitting the squash court for a game or two.

Brian Mcseveney
Brian Mcseveney

FFE Designer

Brian Mcseveney

FFE Designer

Brian enjoys spending his spare time taking his dogs on long walks and looking after his classic car, which he'sproudly owned for over 20 years.

Carly Hewison
Carly Hewison

Project Coordinator

Carly Hewison

Project Coordinator

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Cheyenne Thomson
Cheyenne Thomson

Office Manager

Cheyenne Thomson

Office Manager

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Ellie Hughes
Ellie Hughes

Digital Lead

Ellie Hughes

Digital Lead

Digital Lead, Ellie has always been interested in Interior Design, even before she knew what it was! As a child she was constantly rearranging the furniture in her bedroom. Thankfully her parents didn't mind!

Emma Wynter
Emma Wynter

Accounts Payable Administrator

Emma Wynter

Accounts Payable Administrator

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Fran Fraser
Fran Fraser

Technical Design Manager

Fran Fraser

Technical Design Manager

Our car-boot fanatic Fran loves discovering and upcycling vintage furniture, inspired by her passion for all things design!

Jason Plant
Jason Plant

Estimating Manager

Jason Plant

Estimating Manager

When not in the office, you can normally find Jason, our Estimating Manager, tucked away with his family camping.

Keith Winson
Keith Winson

Warehouse Manager

Keith Winson

Warehouse Manager

A devoted Brighton & Hove Albion fan and vinyl enthusiast, Keith also loves getting outdoors with his drone or taking his BMW E63 650i V8 for a weekend spin. He especially enjoys visits to Bidford-on-Avon to see his grandchildren, Zachary and Sienna.

Kelvin Siow
Kelvin Siow

Project Coordinator

Kelvin Siow

Project Coordinator

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Lorena White
Lorena White

Lead FFE Designer

Lorena White

Lead FFE Designer

Lorena is a sourdough baker, avid reader, and nature enthusiast who finds joy in crafting cozy things through knitting and crochet. Her curiosity and creativity shine through everything she does, whether she's trying a new recipe or designing innovative school spaces.

Marcus Wheeler
Marcus Wheeler

Product Manager

Marcus Wheeler

Product Manager

Product Manager, Marcus, always goes the extra mile. Ever the perfectionist, he has a love of latte art work and technical drawings!

Maria Harris
Maria Harris

Commercial Manager

Maria Harris

Commercial Manager

Maria, our Commerical Manager will always go the extra mile. A favourite type of holiday is touring around Europe on motorbike.

Melissa Aitken
Melissa Aitken

Design Consultant

Melissa Aitken

Design Consultant

Mel is an FF&E Design Consultant by day, dog mum by night. Her adorable Collie x Westie, Arlo, keeps her on the go!

Michael Hetherington
Michael Hetherington

Pre-Contracts Manager

Michael Hetherington

Pre-Contracts Manager

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Natalie Sealy
Natalie Sealy

Lead FFE Designer

Natalie Sealy

Lead FFE Designer

From dog walks and discovering new places to hunting down great cafés, Natalie enjoys being out and about. In quieter moments, she likes drawing and sewing.

Roger Thomson
Roger Thomson

Project Consultant

Roger Thomson

Project Consultant

Our Project Consultant, Roger, has amassed a wealth of fit-out and furniture knowledge over the years. He is super-friendly and passionate about EVERYTHING – work, home and in between.

Rona Hutchins
Rona Hutchins

BD Coordinator

Rona Hutchins

BD Coordinator

Whether she’s baking, swimming lengths, or listening to music, Rona brings enthusiasm to it all.

Rowan White
Rowan White

Project Manager

Rowan White

Project Manager

Rowan is always exploring the latest in IT and electronics, and when he’s not testing new tech, he’s cheering on his favourite teams as an avid rugby union fan.

Russell Gould
Russell Gould

Supply Chain Manager

Russell Gould

Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager, Russell, has recently received his long service award having been with us for over 30 years. We don't know where we would be without him.

Siena Ridewood
Siena Ridewood

Project Support

Siena Ridewood

Project Support

Not only is Siena well-versed for her role as Operation Support but she is also a seasoned cook.

Simon Green
Simon Green

Warehouse Assistant

Simon Green

Warehouse Assistant

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Ethan Goldberg-Hansen
Ethan Goldberg-Hansen

Business Development Executive

Ethan Goldberg-Hansen

Business Development Executive

Ethan’s a big Arsenal fan, a movie-night regular, and a foodie always hunting down new recipes and restaurants. When he’s not in the kitchen or cheering at the TV, he’s hanging out with friends and family.

Sam Boyce
Sam Boyce

Business Development Executive

Sam Boyce

Business Development Executive

Sam’s a keen grower with an allotment full of veggies, a proud house-plant keeper, and a Bake Off-loving baker. She also spends time kayaking and paddleboarding with her family along the River Adur.

Ami Jassal
Ami Jassal

Marketing Executive

Ami Jassal

Marketing Executive

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Gemma Bricknell
Gemma Bricknell

Sales Admin

Gemma Bricknell

Sales Admin

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Clementine Gilbert
Clementine Gilbert

Business Development Executive

Clementine Gilbert

Business Development Executive

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Max Woodhead
Max Woodhead

Marketing Programme Manager

Max Woodhead

Marketing Programme Manager

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Our Offices

location_on Gatwick
Pinnacle, Enterprise House, Tinsley Lane North, Manor Royal, Gatwick, West Sussex, RH10 9TP
location_on Aberdeen
Pinnacle, HQ International Airport, Howe Moss Dr, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0GL
location_on Cardiff
Pinnacle, Brunel House, 2 Fitzalan Road, Cardiff, CF24 0HA
location_on Manchester
Pinnacle, Peter House, Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 5AN