Leaders of the Future are a group of individuals from Manufacturers, Wholesalers and Dealers who all want to have an impact on the industry. Their aim is to empower future leaders to believe they can achieve anything they set out to, and provide the support along the way.
Their mission statement is ‘Leading, Guiding, Connecting, Shaping’.
They are striving to bring together individuals from all channels in the industry to form a dynamic network who can share ideas, facilitate connections and learn from one another.
They want to ensure that the industry attracts the best talent and that talent is able to flourish. Leaders of the Future provides induction training to new entrants to the industry and also runs events to allow individuals to form strong networks within our industry.
Current Committee Members
Jack Massey
I’ve worked within our industry for 12 years in various roles within Customer Service, Retail, Wholesale and Reseller channels. In my position as Membership Advisor at BOSS, my objective is to promote connection within our industry through our members, the supply chain and wider industry.
Rachael Lewis
I currently look after all pricing, bids and tenders, sales support and implementation of new customers. I enjoy working collaboratively to drive optimum stakeholder satisfaction and make a positive impact for our customers and the company.
Alex Stone
I've been in the industry 6 and a half years transitioning through marketing jobs through to business development and strategic planning.
Scott Castle
I have worked in the business supplies industry for nine years as part of the EVO Group and have recently been promoted to Group Head of Campaign Marketing. Within this role I liaise with all suppliers regarding their marketing activities across VOW Wholesale, Banner and Staples.co.uk, putting together strategic marketing campaigns to drive growth.
James Day
My role involves managing the Account Management, New Business, E-Commerce and Marketing teams, as well as directly managing some of our key customers myself.
Hannah Elverson
I have been in the industry since 2016 and currently work as an Implementation Project Manager, coordinating a seamless and holistic onboarding experience for OT Group's new business customers.
Kristian Danielson
I have worked in a wide range of sectors selling vastly different products. Starting at McCain 8 years ago I sold chips to large chain restaurants before moving on to sell hair products, honey and now stationery at BIC ltd. During my career I've managed a number of key customers such as The Factory Shop, Morrisons, and Holland and Barret. I now manages all dealer and wholesale accounts for BIC as well as some key online customers.
Elissa Macinnes
As both a creative and curious National Account Manager, I'm passionate about collaborating in true partnerships with our customers, driving ethical efficiencies that support their people and their sustainable journey. As innovation ambassador, I'm excited to support our customers, suppliers and people to achieve their full potential and ask- why not?
Amy Remmer
I am currently an Account Director at Vow wholesale. My role consists of Managing key accounts, supporting Growth and development through strategic planning and collaborative working, maximising all available assets available at VOW. I have been in the industry 10 years in various roles within Wholesale, The dealer community and contract stationers. I am very passionate about the industry and have worked continually to grow my skillset and develop into the role I hold today.
Jason Jones
I’m currently the national account manager for office supplies for Nestle Professional. Currently, I look after several wholesalers and dealer groups within the channel. Making sure we have aligned strategy and winning sales and business plans
Emily Jones
As Head of Retail Sales my responsibilities cover account management; managing customers such as Amazon, Argos and Tesco, managing the retail team and overseeing and being responsible for the whole retail business for Fellowes UK.