Angela Russell
Managing Director. Originally from Teesside, Angela has four daughters, Kirsty, Melissa, Nina and Phoebe. Angela has an accountancy background and worked in senior financial and management roles before starting INF. It was Kirsty's severe allergy to nuts and nut-related products including chocolate and soya, which led Angela to realise the need for a source of nut-free foods to be readily available in shops and restaurants.
Stewart Russell
Director. Born on the Isle of Skye, Stewart began his career in catering and pub management in Glasgow, before moving to North London - and later Harrogate - to progress his career. He owned and ran a successful catering business in Surrey for many years, catering for specific dietary needs as required, including nut and gluten allergies.
Rosemary Locksley
Rosemary, Angela's Mum, is a highly trained secretary with a background in the health service. She has 2 daughters and 5 grandchildren, one of whom has a nut allergy. This has led to Rosemary's keen interest in raising awareness of the problems associated with nut allergy. Although she is now retired, Rosemary maintains her interest in the business and helps out occasionally on a voluntary basis.
Kirsty Gourlay-Russell
Management trainee. Kirsty has a severe nut allergy, and is the reason this company was started. She has recently left school, and is working towards qualifications in management, accountancy, administration and health and safety. She has been highly involved in product development since the company started.
Mike Lancaster
Operations Manager. Mike joined It's Nut Free in a technical capacity in September 2003, and now controls all factory operations. He also brings advanced skills in IT, overseeing technical work within the company. His latest achievement is attaining a BRC accreditation in July 2007.
Phillip Dunne
Bakery Supervisor. Phill's background has been in food for over fifteen years. His knowledge of the company has expanded due to his involvement in various shows, and Phill also has previous experience in dealing with allergies. He also acts as part time delivery driver for It's Nut Free.
Chris Nicholson
Bakery assistant. Chris' background is in hygiene and food, and he is currently being trained to run some of our more complex machinery. He also brings qualifications in food hygiene to the company.
