An acclaimed expert within the Food Industry who has been listed as one of the top 10 women in that sector by the national press. An effective leader and ‘hands-on’ manager of people, achieving success by developing and engaging her team. Commercially driven to achieve both customer and corporate objectives.

In May 2009 Nellie was awarded the British Sandwich Industry Award. This Lifetime Achievement Award is given to an individual or business who is considered by the judges to have made a major contribution to the development, growth and prosperity of the industry.

Lifetime Interview: PDF HERE (2MB)

Skills and Abilities

Innovative approach to the development of products to exceed customer expectations
Adept at identifying and developing new food ingredients and concepts with a faultless ability to transform them into commercially viable products
Ability to design and develop products to meet diverse eating requirements, including allergies, vegan, vegetarian and religious beliefs
Leadership qualities that engender team sprit and generate unity of purpose and energy to achieve goals
Commercially astute ensuring food and product development meet all stakeholder requirements
Ability to develop and monitor key client relationships across a variety of organisations, including retail, airline and food industries
Excellent communication, both written and oral, dealing with people at all levels both in a one-to-one and group situation
Driven to achieve excellent standards and market leader status

Career History

Pret a Manger
Hazlewood Foods
Leathams Plc

Nellie is a member of The Guild of Food Writers.

Should you require further information regarding a more detailed career history and list of achievements please contact me directly.

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