IVY - HORT CO., LTD

Since 1976, Ivyline has made a home for design, staying ahead of the curve in quality, ethical standards and service to every single one of our worldwide customers. Our products are designed with love, in our UK studio, specifically with our mission to provide our customers with quality and not only inspirational but ethical lifestyle products. Spanning over four decades, our company history means we’ve established strong relationships with many audited factories and supply chains from around the world. As a result, we’re a go-to brand for retailers and customers direct looking to capture their imaginations with high-quality, on-trend and sustainable products that stand out from the crowd. Ivyline was founded by Humphrey Thomas and his brother Randal in 1976 from the family home. Initially selling garden accessories the success of the business meant that Ivyline’s offering quickly grew to include indoor plant pots, small garden animals, garden tools and sundries, all driven by the fact that gardening had become an extension of the home. By 1997 sales were taking off and Ivyline setup and staffed a dedicated sales team. In the year 2000, Humphrey’s son Scott Thomas joined the business as Managing Director. Growth continued to accelerate with Ivyline bringing their aspirational design led concepts to new areas such as fire bowls and planters. From this desire to become a multi channel design led company came a partnership with John Lewis driven by the shared respect and dedication for sustainable and ethical production. The bold and definitive Ivyline wording has been refined but is maintained as the main link to our history. Whilst softened, we've also maintained the dark and confident primary colour which clearly stands out on many of our products as a mark of quality. The addition of our new leaf mark brings in a complimentary secondary brand colour. A symbol of the company's ethos and product line the ivy leaf strikes a careful balance between traditional and modern, organic and linear (as well as a subtle nod to the Union Jack and Ivyline's heritage). Based in the heart of the beautiful Warwickshire countryside, we’re lucky to be surrounded by a stunning rural landscape, nestled amongst the rolling hills, green spaces, and ancient trees. Located on the Stoneleigh Park estate, there’s always a hive of activity going on. From showjumping championships, dog, cat, and car shows, the glamping show, and an occasional visit from a friendly falcon on a training exercise – there’s never a dull moment for our lunchtime walks!

• Making an early start to review the market and company goals, Scott has nailed productive mornings to bring the best to his team. Adding to the general good humour in the office, quiet is not his thing unless he’s analysing your personality!Scott loves to see his customers thriving, creating products that wow and providing service to take them to the next level. * Keeping Ivyline compliant and profitable, Humphrey’s extensive knowledge of all areas of the business is vital to making sound financial decisions every day. With a fondness for tweaking areas of operation to boost profitability, he approaches his role with a blend of caution and optimism. * With a passion for numbers and a focus on getting under the skin of what makes the business tick, Ben loves nothing more than delivering a financial strategy to help drive the business forward. Preferring to go and speak to people rather than send an email, Ben loves to connect with people across the business. * With over 10 years of experience in the horticultural industry, there aren’t many people that Chris doesn’t know with his in-depth knowledge of the UK garden centre market. With a keen eye for growing businesses and a focus on building relationships with key accounts, Chris loves to oversee all aspects of sales. * With over 20 years in quality assurance, Dan is the man for the job of evaluating new products for quality and safety, defining our technical and ethical requirements for suppliers, and then making sure they meet them. Outside of work, Dan has a passion for gardening and home improvements, plus also caring for his fleet of cats, Joey and Phoebe!
• • Passionate to a fault about Ivyline’s range of stunning products, Delwyn would love nothing more than to show you the latest range! Combining a love of socialising and meeting new people, getting out and about to see clients and prospects comes in a close second to holidaying in exotic, photograph-worthy locations in his eyes. If you need a quote or want to view the latest ‘fresh inspiration’ - you know who to call!
• With over 6 years of experience as a Buyer, Fiona helps Ivyline to stay on trend with our unique designs and product offerings. Taking inspiration from her own wardrobe palette (just wait and see our new Lisbon colours for 2023!), Fiona has an eye for Pantones that will set us apart from the rest. But when she’s not discussing her favourite pastel Pantone, she’ll be telling us about her favourite dish, or convincing everyone that “a life without cheese, is no life at all!”. Happiest when cosied up with a brew watching a thunderstorm, Fiona is always up for a chat or a giggle in the office!
• • With a passion for action sports, Hadley thrives on adventure and energy. He is always on the lookout for a new bike park to explore, honing his golfing skills, or eagerly awaiting the next chance to challenge his dad to a game of squash! Outside of the thrill of sports, photography offers a creative outlet, capturing moments with keen attention to detail. * Hailing from the equestrian industry, Hugh likes to build solid relationships with his team, customers and suppliers, meaning he excels in his role as IT Co-ordinator. He’s on the quieter side, but you may be surprised at what he knows since he confesses he has a head full of ‘useless’ knowledge! And, with a love for all things edible, Hugh’s the one to ask about the best foodie spots in town. * With over nine years of experience in logistics, Inta has managed warehouse operations, overseen fleets, and handled international and UK freight. At Ivyline she ensures seamless fulfillment and on-time dispatch, meaning our customers get what they want, when they want it!
• James is a dedicated Merchandiser with 14 years of experience in the garden centre industry. Outside of work, James is an avid sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for football. His love for travel often takes him to the south of France, where he relishes the tranquility and beauty of the Pyrenees Mountains, spending quality time with family in near-total isolation. * Jenna loves nothing more than smashing through aged debt targets and ensuring she’s ticking off her organised to-do list. * Creative, curious, and unapologetically organised, Jess thrives on turning digital ideas into results that matter. In her role as Online Success Strategist, she leads Google Ads and keeps the website engaging with well-timed promotions that support both brand and sales goals. * * The one who swiftly processes your orders, Kate prides herself on emptying the inbox each day. Helping you out is always a highlight, and if you hit on the right subject she’ll have plenty to say! She’s bubbly and full of fun, and dedicated to powering through her task list in a methodical fashion. With 2 young children to keep up with, efficiency is key - meaning more time for the things Kate loves - going out for dinner, watching films and spending time with family. * An asset to the team, yet a high achiever in her own right, Kiren takes care of the financial aspects of the company with skill! She has what it takes to create invoices, pay the bills and chase the creditors - being a reliable and hard-working member of the team. If you hear some good laughs next time you’re in the office - follow the sound - chances are, it will lead you to Kiren catching up with a colleague!
• Marija has been with Ivyline for over 8 years and has helped the Ivyline brand become what it is today. From brochures, photography, and styling, Marija loves anything visual. * * * Above all she’s organised, creating and completing tasks like a pro! Nicole is also a customer service aficionado - tweaking and changing systems so you have a seamless and enjoyable Ivyline Experience. She’s perfect for the job - always sporting a smile and up for a chat, caring and kind to all. And, if you’re a fellow foodie, Nicole is keen to try your favourite recipe. * A keen team player, Parys loves working with the rest of the Marketing team to build our bank of Ivyline marketing assets. She loves an organised to-do list to work through to get her creative juices flowing, and has a keen-eye for detail on Photoshop. But she’s never sitting still for long! Parys loves being out and about with her friends and family, whether it’s exploring the UK countryside, getting stuck into one of her many team sports, or on the lookout for the next photo opportunity – but don’t worry, she’ll always catch your good side!
• A key player in the Product Development team, Ruby ensures that all product information and samples are present and correct for brochure releases, customer enquiries, trade events and photoshoots. Ruby loves a daily to-do list to organise her workload, but she will always find the time to help the team if needed!
• With over 10 years’ experience in the Horticultural sector, Sam is happiest when chatting to buying team about how they can elevate their current ranges with the latest Ivyline collections. With an in-depth knowledge of National Accounts, Sam believes that building lasting relationships with her customers is the key to success. This seems to be his forte, as he works his magic solving problems before they arise and ensuring product is where it needs to be, when it needs to be