About Zappshelter

It’s no mean feat starting a business from scratch. The fact that we launched a product no one knew to a market that didn’t know it needed it emphasises the drive, determination and passion Craig has for Zappshelter, which runs through the whole team. Although we’ve grown to be the best shelter brand in the world over the years, he’s still very much involved each day.

Jake had a single objective in his last year of school – to get out as fast and join the family business. As the business has grown, so have Jake’s responsibilities and, as our Sales Director, he is on our Leadership Team, works to streamline the customer journey from enquiry to the handover to Operations and provides management, direction and enthusiasm for our dedicated sales team.

A qualified and experienced management accountant with a sharp mind and an eye for detail, James is our Finance Director and a great asset to our Leadership Team. Unlike many accountants, his experience has been in the corporate world rather than an accounting practice which means he has a practical understanding of big business principles.

Having built Zappshelters even before he left school meant Freddie was well suited to understand the on-site challenges customers face and present first-class solutions. He started out as a Project Consultant, but has joined our Leadership Team as our Commercial Director, heading up a team of competent staff who look after the all operational functions of the business.

Ongoing creativity lies at the core of any good business. Staying ahead of market trends and building strong brand awareness are two of Calvin’s priorities in his role as Head of Creative, but it doesn’t stop there. Although, ensuring Zappshelter is the go-to name for high-quality shelters anywhere in the world is his number one priority.

With an engineering family background, it’s no surprise that Stephen is our Technical Director. With a natural ability to grasp exactly how to solve customers' challenges, he’s the go-to specialist for clients with technically complex requirements. With many years of working with the Zappshelter system every day, he has overseen some of our best Zappshelter installations on huge projects like HS2.

Anyone making contact with Zappshelter is likely to speak to Ash. He is a mine of information and experience when it comes to solving problems. His role is to listen to and talk through a customer’s specific challenges to come up with a solution with a tangible return on investment. Once it has been agreed with the client, he passes the file over to our operations team to conclude.

Laurie spends his days keeping in touch with some of our largest clients, and showcasing how Zappshelter can save them money, get their team covered and reduce their carbon footprint. With a very practical mindset, he understands the needs of a client and the complexity of some of the sites we work on. You will find Laurie out on the road meeting clients, at exhibitions and anywhere in between.

With 15+ years of marketing experience in heavy manufacturing and pharmaceuticals, Kelly blends creativity with strategic insight. Armed with a marketing degree and a passion for branding, she crafts compelling product narratives. Kelly is committed to elevating the Zappshelter brand and ensuring our 'Protect What Matters' message resonates with customers everywhere.

With a background spanning the innovation, property, and legal sectors, Katie brings a diverse marketing skill set to Zappshelter. As Integrated Marketing Lead, she manages everything from website UX/UI and digital ads to exhibition design. Known as the office ‘swan’, she remains incredibly calm and patient under pressure, usually accompanied by a well-timed sarcastic quip.

With many years of hands-on experience in construction, Russell knows first-hand the difficulties customers face on site. In his role as National Customer Support Manager, he works closely with potential clients to raise awareness of how Zappshelters can help them protect what matters to their business, and manages after-sales for customers to ensure their Zappshelters are working exactly as they should.

Peter's keen eye for detail and enthusiastic attitude ensure our clients get covered pronto! He brings a refreshingly simple approach to project delivery, expertly managing the complexities of diverse work sites. Peter consistently exceeds high expectations while creating bespoke solutions that perfectly match each site's specific requirements.

Brinsley transitioned from the commercial workplace design sector, bringing a sharp eye for functionality to Zappshelter. As a Project Consultant, he is the team’s playmaker, ensuring client needs are expertly mapped out from the very first call. Professional yet always up for a laugh, Brinsley’s disciplined work ethic ensures every project gets off to a flying start.

With over 2 decades of experience in sales, business development and business support, Lisa has a real passion for detail and ensuring customer experience is at the heart of what she does. Her role as Executive Business Manager is a varied one, ranging from Executive Assistant tasks for the Leadership Team to providing backup administrative support to the sales team to keep things running smoothly.

Keeping things running smoothly, is what Kenzie is all about. Kenzie provides key support to our Managing Director and sales department, expertly managing his busy schedule and communications. She coordinates meetings and handles all travel and accommodation. Kenzie's organizational skills benefit the entire office, playing a vital role in maintaining a productive work environment.

With decades of experience in delivering operational excellence, Stav is well suited to his role as Operations Manager. From negotiating with suppliers to ensuring materials are on site in time for installations, his role is varied and no two days are the same. Stock control, transport, purchasing and plant hire scheduling are just a few of the tasks he undertakes every day.

Liam is a highly experienced and efficient Installations Manager with the day-to-day responsibility of ensuring that every Zappshelter project is delivered on time, within budget and to the complete satisfaction of our clients. This is no mean feat, and means constantly communicating with our installation teams across the country, but being calm under pressure is a life skill he has mastered.

Having left an impeccable military career and joined Zappshelter, Matt is responsible for accurately surveying project locations prior to the installation, then works with the clients and the installation teams to ensure every aspect of each project runs smoothly and on schedule. His discipline and attention to detail means nothing goes unnoticed.

Jim has been an invaluable asset over the years. He is a highly skilled CAD technician with the ability to translate a rough sketch into a perfect 3D render, enabling our clients to understand and appreciate exactly what their finished project will look like. His knowledge of the details of Zappshelter engineering means that he is a great support to the team.

Matthew spent many years running his own business in the carpet fitting industry which gave him a practical grasp of what it means to manage a company. Having undertaken extensive training over the years in all aspects of health and safety, he was well placed to become our H&S, Accreditation and Contracts Consultant, handling even the most complex of risk assessments with professionalism.