Our People

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Our people are the heart & soul of Kingsland.
We are extremely proud of who we are, and the team here have made us what we are today. Our people will shape our future.

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Andy Sagar

Managing Director

About Me

Andy Sagar

I have overall responsibility for the performance of Kingsland and directing the business strategy and its successful execution.

Hobbies / Interests: I like watching live sport and music, and enjoy cycling, walking and travelling.

Favourite Wine: Depends who's buying! But I like a glass of the McManis Viognier or an Italian Gavi, (but also love a pint or three of Guinness).

Interesting Fact: Being Manchester born and bred, I obviously support City!

Mark Dixon

Manufacturing Director

About Me

Mark Dixon

Responsible for Technical, Processing, Production and Engineering.

Hobbies / Interests: I'm a keen football fan and I also enjoy caravanning, walking the dogs and I keep Koi Carp.

Favourite Wine: I prefer white wines, especially New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough or Pouilly-Fumé from the Loire Valley.

Interesting Fact: I breed & race Greyhounds.

Karen Wilson

Wine Buying Director

About Me

Karen Wilson

Responsible for directing Kingsland’s wine buying strategy and overseeing our bulk wine sourcing and producer portfolio.

Hobbies / Interests: Watching my kids play their various sports, try and play tennis. Anything that involves food and wine tasting!

Favourite Wine: Current favourites are the 2013 Viognier & Petite Sirah from McManis Family Vineyards, but I am always keen to explore the world of wine.

Interesting Fact: I once had a BBQ on a frozen lake in Sweden in the middle of winter wearing ice skates.

Michael Forde

Supply Chain Director

About Me

Michael Forde

Demand management, ordering bulk and cased goods, packaging purchasing, production planning, sales order processing, warehousing & distribution.

Hobbies / Interests: Watching Man Utd, Swimming, Eating out, Music, Craft Beer.

Favourite Wine: I like a good Pouilly Fume or Argentinian Malbec depending on the occasion.

Interesting Fact: I have lived in England, Ireland, Scotland & Wales. I own a miniature poodle called Dougal. Johnny Marr sometimes jogs past my house.

Stan Crawford

Non-Executive Director

About Me

Stan Crawford

I support and assist to my fellow Directors and Senior Managers across all functions, particularly with projects and change management.

Interesting Fact: I am a qualified PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and have completed over 100 dives.

Favourite Wine: Traditionally Australian, but our fantastic selection of Producers now have a much broader repertoire.

Hobbies / Interests: Amateur football, but sadly the ravages of old age (abused and arthritic knees) has meant I am now more consigned to management.

Ed Baker

Finance Director

About Me

Ed Baker

Responsible for Kingsland’s finances including reporting, funding and pricing.

Hobbies / Interests: Playing tennis, attempting to play the drums, skiing and scuba diving

Favourite Wine: I like big weighty reds such as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Brunello di Montalcino. I also love sweet desert wines such as Royal Tokaji.

Interesting Fact: I have sung at Abbey Road – though less well than the Beatles.

Neil Anderson

Marketing Director

About Me

Neil Anderson

Responsible for our marketing strategy, plans and activities. Connecting with consumers & customer's needs.

Hobbies / Interests: Relaxing walks along the seafront, cooking & drinking, sharing wine with friends & family.

Favourite Wine: The refreshingly delicious Shorn Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. It is fun and engaging, puts a smile on my face and it tastes great. Exactly what wine should be.