The Vision Leadership Team blends a history of industry expertise and visionary thinking. Meet the team that is responsible for the day-to-day management of the business as well as the long term strategy
LAURIE THOMAS
GROUP MANAGING DIRECTOR
Laurie began his career in finance as a CIMA qualified accountant. He then progressed into various commercial roles over the years, gaining valuable industry experience across many sectors including services, laundries, engineering and textiles.
Joining the Vision Group in 2002, he worked in both commercial and financial roles before becoming Managing Director in 2005.
During the past 13 years he has overseen the growth and acquisition of several heritage textile companies as well as the development of the overseas sourcing companies. Laurie maintains his ambition to grow Vision into a global leading textile brand.
Mark, a CIMA qualified accountant, joined the Vision Group in 2009; during a highly acquisitive period. Mark heads up the global financing, HR and ICT activities for the Group. He has been instrumental in securing the funding facilities supporting the Vision growth plans. Mark played a pivotal role in the recent shareholder reorganisation and subsequent acquisition from US entity WestPoint Home.
MARK DOYLE
GROUP FINANCE DIRECTOR
MICHELLE PEGG
GROUP OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Michelle has climbed the ranks over the past 20 years from working in our textile laboratory to head up our processes and accreditations. Michelle oversees our entire global operations which includes purchasing, logistics, warehouse, assurance and compliance and ensuring all ethical and legal trading standards are adhered to for all jurisdictions in which we trade.
John joined the Vision Group in 2008. He is currently acting as the Supply Chain Director for the Hospitality Division whilst maintaining his position as a Vision Group main Board Director. He is an extremely experienced professional with a well-established background in the management of knitwear, hosiery and laundry businesses.
JOHN KEELING
GROUP SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR
FRASER DONALDSON
GROUP HOSPITALITY SALES
AND MARKETING DIRECTOR
As Group Hospitality Sales and Marketing Director, Fraser works to ensure the sales objectives and marketing objectives of the Vision group are aligned. Having worked for renowned hospitality brands and groups for the last 20 years, Fraser is responsible for driving corporate sales, overseeing the marketing activity and revenue generation.
Keith is the Vision Group’s Retail Director and has acquired experience in the field spanning over 30 years. With a demonstrated history of working across the textile industry, Keith is skilled in business planning, global sourcing and has a CIPS diploma.
KEITH ROWLANDS
GROUP RETAIL DIRECTOR