Our People

Jo Gidley, Head of The Production House

Jo started her career in the direct marketing industry in 1991 at Saga Group's MetroMail, one of the country's largest mailing houses. As Client Services Manager her team was responsible for a number of high profile accounts including Grattan and Next. In 1998 she was promoted to manage the Saga Group's 40-strong design studio, responsible for the production of all Saga's promotional literature, from holiday brochures to direct marketing.

Jo joined The Production House in 2002, and after successfully managing a variety of business critical projects was appointed Operations Director in 2004. In January 2007 she was promoted to Head of The Production House, taking on additional responsibility for Account Management and New Business.

Jo is a hands-on, results-driven leader. Her focus is on continuing to ensure The Production House delivers above and beyond our clients' expectations.

Liz Stigant, Business Development Director

Liz works closely with new and existing clients to provide mailing and fulfilment solutions. With 15 years' experience gained client-side as well as working as a supplier, Liz also heads up our relationships with agencies and provides consultancy to sister companies within the RAPP Group.

Liz has been with The Production House for ten years, and over that time has account managed some of our most high-profile client accounts, including Diageo and Orange. In 2006 she became Business Development Director, managing client relationships from first point of contact through to the bedding in of initial projects. People enjoy working with Liz for her boundless knowledge and irrepressible enthusiasm.

Claire Rogerson, Marketing Manager

Claire is responsible for marketing and communications, and providing input into strategic direction. She’s also responsible for responding to new business pitches and managing lead generation.

With a background in the DM industry spanning 15 years, Claire has worked in account management, CRM and planning roles across a broad range of sectors, including charities. Prior to that, she survived a "character-forming" stint selling advertising in the newspaper industry. Claire joined The Production House in 2002 as an Account Director on Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life where she was responsible for management of the database and fulfilment operation.

John Abbott, Business Development Director

Packing 30 years in the Direct Marketing industry, John is something of a heavyweight in terms of his knowledge and experience. A recent addition to the The Production House team, John brings with him a background in traditional litho print combined with hands-on experience of some of the most cutting edge digital technology around. Previous clients include Powergen, T-Mobile, Sony, Renault and Vodaphone, as well as print management companies such as Williams Lea and Charterhouse.

John’s ‘can do’ attitude is reflected in his passion for delivering the best possible solution to clients, resulting in small but significant movements of heaven and earth from time to time.

Paul Bryant, Client Services Director

Paul joined The Production House in December 2007. His role is to ensure that we provide clients with the best in services and communication. An experienced project manager with 13 years’ experience in the digital print industry, he’s responsible for operational and campaign efficiency and client relationships. He’s constantly on the look out for innovative solutions that can add real value for our clients.

Paul manages our Account Management team - a dedicated, professional and enthusiastic bunch with over 60 years' experience in the DM industry between them. He has also been responsible for implementation and management of some of the most complex and innovative variable data print applications for clients in the BPO, Travel and Financial sectors.

Our approach is honest, straightforward and energetic.

Enthusiastic but meticulous, we plan, manage and navigate the clearest course, and report back with issues, resolutions, and results.

We like clear and direct communication. It works.

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