Fells Logo Our Team Home Our Team Management Team Steve Moody Managing Director Joined Fells in 1992 as General Sales Manager and was appointed to the Board in 1998. Previously held senior sales positions with Seagram. His earlier career was with the 3M company. We welcome your feedback on this web site or any other aspect of Fells business. Ed Thornton Development Director Joined Fells in 1989 and was appointed to the Board in 1998. A member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Responsible for Fells Gift Pack operation. Alastair Bennett Commercial Director Alastair’s interest in wine started with a summer job in a wine shop after finishing his ‘A’ Levels. He continued his introduction to wine throughout University with part-time work in Victoria Wine and Thresher. After completing his Economics degree he went traveling and while in New Zealand secured employment with Montana Wines for that year’s harvest in their Gisborne winery. When back in the UK Alastair started his career proper with Corney & Barrow before moving to Allied Domecq Wines to take on a regional sales role. With the takeover of Allied by Pernod an opportunity at Moet Hennessy presented itself where he worked in the National Accounts Team. From here he moved to Fells and has been with the company since 2008 working with all the major national retailers in the off-trade team. Alastair holds the WSET Diploma Level 4. Richard Brockett National Accounts Director Richard has over 15 years of commercial experience within UK FMGC sector, having previously held senior positions at Noble Foods and Dorset Cereals before moving into the wine industry in 2013 with Freixenet. Much of Richard’s focus whilst working for these companies has been with the Multiple Grocers, Convenience, Online and Discounters, where he has developed an in-depth knowledge of these sectors. He now leads these sectors for Fells. Richard, who has WSET Level 2 and Level 3, has a love of travel which has taken him to wineries & vineyards all over the world. Nick Gurney Finance and Administration Director Nick is a qualified accountant who worked in the profession for nine years before moving into commerce, gaining experience in manufacturing and retail. He joined Fells in 2007 from an import and distribution company where he had held the post of Financial Director. Mark Symonds Communications Director – Marketing BA Hons Economics – joined Fells in 1998 – previously held Marketing roles with Pernod Ricard, Allied Breweries and Kimberley Clark. Louise Rimes Finance Manager BSc Hons Maths and Accounting & Finance, Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. Joined Fells in 1998 – previously held senior finance roles in retail. Sales Team Marketing Team Finance Team Customer Services and Logistics Team Gifting Team Find out the latest from Fells If you would like to receive updates from Fells, including details of upcoming events and new wine releases, simply sign up below*. Please DON’T FORGET to press ‘confirm’ when you receive our confirmation email to complete your subscription. * Please note: This newsletter is only available to bone fide Trade customers within the UK Retail and Wine Trade You can unsubscribe at any time with one click and we will never share your e-mail or personal details. Fells logo Instagram Twitter The leading distributor of premium family-owned and produced fine wines in the UK. 01442 870 900 Main order line for new and existing accounts Email Got a question about anything at all About Us News & Events Our Producers Our Team Find a Stockist Press & Media Contact Us Terms & Conditions Cookies & Privacy Policy Modern Slavery Statement © John E Fells & Sons Ltd 2021 - Site by Howell Penny Registered Office: Fells House, Station Road, Kings Langley, Herts. WD4 8LH Registered No 167004