Meet Our Team

Lee Middleton

Deborah Leabeater MSc.Eq.S. CBiol. R.Nutr.

Equine Nutritionist

Deborah is instrumental in the formulation of Equine America products and is heavily involved in their design and development. She has a Master's degree in Equine Science, is a Chartered Biologist and member of the Nutrition Society.

Nicholas Townsend

Operations Manager

Nick joined Equine America in 2020 and has over seven years experience working with e-commerce stores and running digital campaigns. He is easily distracted by all the dogs in the office and loves winter walks with his favourite dog, Schnapps.

Beccy Middleton

Accounts

Beccy joined Equine America at the same time as Lee and has always been heavily involved in the horse world. When she is not in the office she will be out riding and can often be found up and down the country competing.

Elaine Leslie

Office Administrator

Elaine works on the admin side, processing order's and dealing with the everyday questions. She has worked at Equine America since the beginning. Outside of work, Elaine is keen on all equestrian disciplines but takes part in Carriage Driving events and enjoys travelling.

Steve Hinchey

Sales

Steve is our singing salesman and is always happy to speak with new customers. In his free time, he enjoys playing football and trying to improve his golf handicap. He is also the proud winner of the Three Chili Challenge and resident Bacon Chef!

Dr Kathryn Tuckett BVetMed Cert AVP (EP) MRCVS

Veterinary Technical Advisor

Kathryn, our in-house vet graduated from Royal Veterinary College in 2009 and has a certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice specialising in Equine Practice. She has two young boys a Shetland and loves donkeys!

Issy Gurney

Social Media and Marketing Manager

Issy runs our Social Media channels and looks after all our fantastic UK and International Brand Ambassadors. Issy also captures all our inhouse videography and photography.

Esme Crowfoot

Logistics Manager

Esme began her Equine America career in the warehouse before moving into the office and is now instrumental in navigating us through an ever changing world. Esme uses her job to fund a mild shopping addiction!

Carl Jagfeldt-Goldsmith

Head of Digital Commerce

A highly accomplished global Ecommerce & e-Tail specialist. Originally hailing from the world of Luxury Audio, Carl has made the move to the Equestrian products, with a plan to dominate our online presence across the world.

Victoria Adams

International Marketing Manager

Victoria first joined the company in 2019. One of the least horsey members of the team, she brings with her many years marketing experience and is also heavily involved in the operational side of the business, especially in Europe and other growing markets.

Perry Colgate

Sales

Perry has been a professional show jumping rider and trainer for more than thirty years. In that time, he has won hundreds of national and international classes. You will find him at shows up and down the country.

Pieter van Kemenade

European Sales

Pieter started working at Equine America in 2021 and has more than 15 years' experience as a show jumping rider. Besides riding, he loves to spend time at restaurants and take part in indoor football competitions.

Rudi Bird

International Warehouse Manager

Rudi joined our team at the end of 2021 and not only does she make sure our UK orders go out smoothly, she helps to run our European HQ at Helmond making sure everything works smoothly out there too!

Lily Middleton

Sales and Office Administrator

Lily joined the team in 2022 and plays a vital role between our UK and EU offices. She travels to our warehouse in Helmond frequently to oversee operations in the EU.

Jarad Sopp

Warehouse

Jarad has grown up around horses. He has ridden and groomed for his Mum and sister for National and International competitions. He is enjoying learning about Equine America products and working with such a supportive and friendly team.

Cheryl Earing

Book Keeper

Cheryl started here in 2023 and oversees purchases, expenses, invoices and payments. She has 2 cats, a love for riding horses in her free time when she is not hiking or travelling.

Rebecca Hole

Designer

A recent photography graduate, Becky is our go to for all things creative! Watch out for her designs on everything from our packaging to social posts! She is often armed with her camera so make sure to be photo-ready!

Dominic Hyde

Sales Manager

Dominic has joined us with over 20 years of experience in sales. Outside of work he likes playing golf, walking the dog and spending time with his wife and 2 young children.

Lucy Pheasant

Sales and Marketing assistant

Lucy's unique background brings fresh perspective to the business area after 2 decades working in professional show jumping stables. She's now focusing her career on supporting Marketing and Sales.

Anna Stephenson

Warehouse

Anna has grown up riding horses, and is now a key part of the team making sure all operations run smoothly on a daily basis from our UK HQ.

Rob Ellis

Warehouse

Rob is an experienced hand at running operations in the UK warehouse. When Rob is not working, you can definitely find him by a lake fishing!