Meet the Team
Why team USB2U is the best team that ever existed
You might think we’re biased (well maybe we are) but our team really are the best in the business. All of our staff are 110% committed to delivering unparalleled customer service and superior quality branded products, so how could they not be?
Team USB2U go out of their way to exceed expectations, deliver on time and make sure your brand is looking its best on our products. You can trust us with your project and know you are in safe hands.
Want to learn more about who is looking after your order? Click on ‘show bio’ underneath a photograph to find out more about our wonderful, dedicated staff:
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Sebastian La Porta
Managing Director [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 684812
Tel: +44 1604 684811
Bio:
Originally from Sicily, Sebastian is USB2U’s very own Godfather who recently became a proud Grandfather himself. Known as Seb to his colleagues, Sebastian is a hardcore Northampton Saints fan who likes to spend his free time with family watching all things sport.
After many trips to our Far East factories, Seb has taken a strong dislike to Tofu but is a self-confessed green tea addict.
Natalie Sharpe
Head of Marketing & Commercial Development [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 685044
Bio:
Nat is your typical, English tea addict who strongly believes that her team’s “can do” attitude is what gives USB2U the edge.
In her free time, Nat spends most of her time running around after her busy toddler at the park, walking her westie, getting out in nature and occasionally baking cakes for the USB2U team to enjoy. Oh, and we mustn't forget to mention that she is a Beyoncé superfan!
Dean Horton
Head of Finance, HR and Procurement [email protected]
Tel: +44 1604 212302
Bio:
Dean is most definitely a numbers man, but he is also partial to a spot of coaching. When he's not sorting out USB2U's finances, Dean can be found at the local football club coaching the next generation of football superstars to achieve their potential. A devoted father of three, he also works part time for "Dad's Cabs".
Andy Gossage
Head of Sales [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 685045
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Born in Northampton, Andy brings more than 20 years’ management experience to the USB2U team. He has three little ones that he loves spending time with, and with any free time left over he’s an avid follower of F1, movies, and has a guilty pleasure in watching anything superhero related! He also has a passion for new technology and fast cars, and his one and only dislike?... Carrots!
Karen Dean
Senior Account Manager [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 685043
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Affectionately known as Honey Badger to her colleagues, Karen is a shopping addict who makes sure she surprises herself with a new purchase delivered to her home office every day. Canal boating and sight-seeing is what she loves to do in her spare time, as well as spending time with her husband, daughters and dogs.
Sam Gardner
Trade Account Manager [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 685046Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Sam has a passion for sport and enjoys nothing more than watching the mighty Northampton Town FC in his spare time. As well as playing and watching sport he also holds a degree in Sports Development!
Tristan Heard
Account Manager [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 684815
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Known as Big T, Tristan is a massive football fan. He is a big Spurs supporter and he has run his son's Under 12's football team for the last 6 years. He is also a keen music fan, and taught himself to play guitar. His biggest inspirations are the Madchester scene or 80’s - 2000’s indie in general. He has a famous uncle - a clue is "Ticking Fruit" - if you can guess who it is from that, he will give you 5% off your first order with him!
Calypso Eales
Photography Account Manager [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 685042
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Calypso joins USB2U after graduating from Warwick university. She has always had a passion for music and has been playing the guitar since she was just 8 years old! She enjoys skiing in Austria with her family each year, and her favourite way to spend the weekend is catching up with friends and family or watching a Harry Potter film.
Jen Chung
Operations Team Leader [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 684818
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Hailing from Northampton itself, Jen has worked her way up in the Ops team, to now lead the whole team! She loves being outdoors and regularly visits zoos, wildlife parks, castles and country parks. When the weather is a bit wetter, she loves binge watching TV shows or building lego sets. Her biggest obsession at the moment is k-dramas and the k-pop group BTS!
Sara Day
Graphic Designer [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 685048
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Sara is a true creative at heart who recently graduated from her Graphic Communications degree. In her spare time, she puts her creative skills to good use by restoring antique rocking horses. She is also a qualified swim teacher, and loves to keep fit at the gym in her spare time. Having initially completed her work experience with USB2U, Sara has been part of the USB2U family for many years despite only recently starting in her role as Junior Designer!
Rebecca Hlatywayo
Senior Marketing Executive [email protected]
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Rebecca Hlatywayo is a creative and ambitious marketer, recently joining USB2U as the new Senior Marketing Executive. She has recently completed a masters in International Marketing Strategies, and holds a bachelor’s degree in Media Practices and PR. She is excited to join the USB2U family and will bring everything she has learnt into her new role. In her spare time Rebecca enjoys cooking, sketching, and listening to plenty of different podcasts.
Armela Keta
Finance Assistant [email protected]
DDI: +44 1604 684810
Tel: +44 1604 685040
Bio:
Armela is our friendly Finance Assistant who is a true bookworm at heart. Having spent 7 years (so far!) at university with qualifications in geography, secondary education and finance management, she never tires of learning. When she isn't studying ACCA, she's thinking about how to further develop her professional knowledge. She also has a sweet tooth and can often be found sharing delicious treats with her colleagues in the USB2U office.
Lee Simpson
Print Team Leader
Tel: +44 1604 684811
Bio:
Whilst Sheffield-native Lee works at USB2U as Print Team Leader, outside of the office Lee is very artistic, with a passion for illustrating, as well as being an apprentice tattoo artist! Lee 's role at USB2U is quite varied, but the best part of their job is the freedom to be creative. Lee enjoys spending time with their three pet cats, but their biggest dislike is avocado!
John Kelly
Print Operative
Tel: +44 1604 684811
Bio:
John is one of the newest members of our print team who has always been creative. On weekdays, he can be found keeping the USB2U printers running, but on the weekends he is a welder. He has a passion for making crazy bikes for events, as well as sculptures. He is also a published illustrator!
Luke Sanderson
Print Operative
Tel: +44 1604 684811
Bio:
Luke is a new face in the USB2U print room who is a self confessed coffee addict. When he's not printing power banks, he can be found frequenting UK & European music festivals. He's an avid gamer and particularly loves the nostalgic, old school games. To wind down, he loves nothing more than relaxing by the pool or in the sauna.