We are an award-winning, premium quality, full service,
UK manufacturer
of external joinery
products
with industry-leading guarantees. Designing, manufacturing and installing windows, doors, and garden rooms for new build, renovation and heritage projects.
Chris Madge
Non-Executive Chairman
Serial entepreneur, chartered accountant and co-founder of the business, Chris is here to check and challenge Board room decisions and make sure the business continues to be strong and stable.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Seeing people grow within the organisation. We still have staff who joined us 20 years ago and while we’ve all developed during that time, we still recognise the value of working together.
Fun Fact
Since I became a non exec, I’ve taken on a full time role restoring the Derby canal..
Andrew Madge
Managing Director
A background in management and organisation consulting in the U.S.A. has provided an excellent foundation for running a challenging and growing business. Process driven with a head for numbers, he has a spreadsheet for everything.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
The sense of accomplishment from seeing our products revitalise old and tired buildings.
Fun Fact
Has a degree in Prosthetics, but no we don't make wooden legs...
Darren Young
Production Director
25-years in timber windows, doors and conservatories; working for some of the largest and most innovative businesses in the industry. A natural problem solver and people-person, he is never happier than when he's working through a technical challenge with an oversized cup of coffee.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Working within a leadership team who have real vision for the industry and ambitious business targets.
Fun Fact
Always gets Tuna sandwiches when he is in trouble at home.
Joe Grimley
Sales Director
Worked in the industry for several years, gaining experience along the way, meeting some great people and working with some great brands to deliver a fantastic customer experience.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
The Gowercroft team, from the first enquiry right the way through production to installing the finished product the whole team works as one to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
Fun Fact
Loves to run and have completed several 10k’s. He's just working his way up to a half marathon…maybe
David Brown
Special Projects Director
Founding director, hands on experience of all elements from sales, drawing, machine shop, assembly, paint shop, fit up and site installation. The fountain of knowledge on all things Gowercroft.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Helping people to ensure that the right products are chosen and the practical problem-solving that is required to deal with site conditions.
Fun Fact
Agricultural in background - sometimes shows through in his communication!!!
Harry Dixon
Finance Director
Worked as a commercial accountant across the construction, facilities managed and IT industries, bringing a variety of experience and knowledge.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
The constant innovation across the business, the challenges they bring and how they’re solved.
Fun Fact
Occasionally competing in bouldering competitions, still trying - placed under 40 (out of 50).
Kenlee Harris
Sales Office Manager
Joined Gowercroft as Sales Administrator and have worked my way up to Sales Office Manager - organises the sales team and prepare 1000's of quotes !
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
There is never a spare minute in the day, always busy and extremely challenging!
Fun Fact
Owns two pets, one that weighs 4.8kg and another extremely large animal that weighs 550kg!
Alex Briddon
Sales Manager
Started at Gowercroft in 2013 as a Business and Administration apprentice, and has since worked his way up to Area Sales Manager covering the Midlands and beyond.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Meeting customers and helping them realise their vision.
Fun Fact
In 2019 he ticked something off his bucket list, completing a 5 day trek to Machu Picchu in Peru.
Peter Buckley
Partnerships Manager
Over 20 years’ experience of partnership revenue growth. Working with independent SME’s and Global brands, throughout the UK & Europe. Innovation & quality customer service, has led to many successful partnerships. These are still going strong, years after their inception.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
It's great to have a quality product and service to offer to my customers. When you get those right, my job becomes a lot easier.
Fun Fact
After watching the BBC’s “ A Question of Sport” for over 40 Years. I eventually answered every question correctly, when watching a 2019 episode for both Mat Dawson & Phil Tufnell’s teams.
Gary Chatwood
Technical Manager
Since leaving school, many moons ago, he has always worked in a management position striving to embrace new technology, materials and manufacturing techniques to produce high quality performance timber products.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Everybody is rowing in the same direction.
Fun Fact
He has have a bowl of marbles on standby ready for when he starts to lose his.
Greg Kasowicz
Production Scheduler
Started as an apprentice in sales & marketing in 2015. With time he has gained more understanding of Gowercroft's products and processes which allowed him to take on tasks related to the production side of the business. It became clear that he was more suited to this kind of role, and took the position of Production Coordinator.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
New challenge every day! We have a very motivated and hardworking team who never rests on their laurels, it’s great to see the progress we’ve made over the last couple of years – and it’s clear that this won't stop. It’s a joy to be a part of this team.
Fun Fact
He's never had beans on toast!
Sue Wicks
Finance Manager
Over 40 years in Finance, HR and Health & Safety; from manufacturing to management consultancy, community centre to the care industry, one man bands to the UK branch of a multinational corporation.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
I love the variety involved in my role; I never know what any day might bring.
Fun Fact
Walks 1,000 miles every year including ascending the equivalent of at least one "Everest", just because she can.
Emily Dinnigan
Accounts Clerk
Worked in accounts for the last 6 years in various industries from nurseries to clothing manufacturers.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
There is always a friendly face around to greet you with a smile!
Fun Fact
I've played the drums since I was 12!
Jim Harrison
Service Technician
10 years in the joinery trade and 7 years as a paint sprayer
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Working within a great team to achieve a high end product.
Fun Fact
Gowercroft go karting winner 🏆 and once starred on Junior Big Break.
Katy Marsden
Purchasing Administrator and Servicing Coordinator
Background in Accounts and Admin, Joined Gowercroft in July 2020 as the Production Administrator and quickly took on the job of coordinating our servicing team.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
We all work together as one big team and everyone is willing to help out! And I can honestly say that it's one of the friendliest places I've ever worked in.
Fun Fact
Singer and Guitarist in Country Rock Band
The Rogue Embers
*Yeeehaw*
Dan Kendrick
Installation Manager
A long career in the home improvement industry in a variety of different roles and businesses. This varied experience gives Mick the ability to solve all manner of problems that might occur with a smile.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
The range and opportunity to work with so many different customers and working with those customers to ensure that they are absolutely delighted with the finished product.
Fun Fact
There's a running joke between the installers that Mick is so dedicated to customer service that he mows the customers' lawn before heading home for the day.
Thomas Severn
Purchasing Coordinator
Joined Gowercroft as a business administration apprentice during the height of the pandemic. Quickly took on the responsibility and is now in charge of all purchasing elements of the business.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Learning new things every day and being supported by such a knowledgeable and diverse team of people.
Fun Fact
Huge Liverpool FC fan
Raymond Campbell
Service Technician
After 27 years of employment with one company that went into liquidation, took on a new challenge with Gowercroft in February 2017.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
My current role takes me all over the the country.
Fun Fact
1983 comprehensive school Under 14s arm wrestling champion
Amy Swift
Production Administrator
I have been in administration for over 9 years, after completing a level 2 apprenticeship in business and administration with my local council.
What I like most about working at Gowercroft...
Everyone is so lovely, we all pull together as a team to make sure things run smoothly.
Fun Fact
My daughter is obsessed with her hair bows, so I decided to set up my own little business making and selling childrens' hair accessories.
