Garnet People

Richard Peacock – General Manager

Richard joined the company in 2001 following a long period in Japan, teaching English, publishing corporate communications and ELT material and finally running his own publishing company in Tokyo. He has used his extensive knowledge of publishing to launch Garnet Education into the new era of open-market publishing.

Rod Webb – Education & Research Manager

Rod has been with the company since being seconded to the Bahrain Ministry of Education in 1984, the first of ten years spent in the Arabian Gulf. During this time, he travelled throughout the Middle East for company promotion and teacher training. His years in ELT have furnished him with many contacts within the profession, which he uses to ensure that the company maintains its high standards and direction.

Hannah Howard – Education and Training Assistant

Hannah first joined Garnet as an assistant to the general manager after graduating with a BA in English Literature from the University of Reading. Following six months travelling the world, Hannah returned to the world of work in the admissions department of a large education provider before rejoining Garnet. She enjoys the varied nature of her new role at Garnet and the opportunities to expand her knowledge of education and publishing. 

Pamela Park – Production Manager

Pamela has extensive experience in academic publishing, having managed production for several of the major players during her career. In her role at Garnet, she will take responsibility for scheduling, budgets, quality control, liaison with the printers and arranging deliveries. She also hopes to use her production experience to suggest improvements that will make the publishing process run more smoothly.

Simone Davies – Editorial Manager

Simone began her career teaching English in Japan, returning after five years to complete an MA in Japan Studies. Moving into the publishing world, she worked in consumer, academic and charity sector editorial project management roles before joining Garnet in January 2008. In her role as Editorial Manager she plays a pivotal role in developing the capacity of the company to produce quality ELT materials. Her experience in EFL underpins her work as a very experienced publishing professional.

Emily Clarke – Publishing Coordinator

Emily joined Garnet in 2006 from a small local publisher and continued to develop her career as an editor. She has recently been appointed Publishing Coordinator to make use of her knowledge and experience of the publishing process. As Publishing Coordinator, Emily works closely with all departments to aid with the efficient and timely production of materials. She also puts her sound knowledge of editorial procedures and company products to creative use in the development of marketing materials.

Kate Brown – Editor

Kate has a degree in English Language and Linguistics, as well as three and a half years' experience in academic publishing. She started work as an Editorial Assistant and with a change in job was soon promoted to Assistant Editor. This involved assisting the commissioning editors with an interesting mix of publications from music to religion & theology. Kate is passionate about books and intends to put this, combined with her recent experience, to very good use at Garnet.

Jo Caulkett – Editor

Jo began her career in publishing in 2004, after completing her studies in languages and linguistics. Since then, she has worked in an editorial capacity on a variety of publications ranging from academic papers to customer magazines. She also found time to teach both EFL and French on an occasional basis. Joining Garnet as an editor has given Jo the opportunity to combine her publishing experience with her love of language learning.

Sarah Mellowes – Editor

Sarah has worked in an editorial role in book publishing since 2005. Her editorial career has developed through working on a range of publications, from high-end illustrated books to children’s non-fiction and educational titles.

Her varied publishing experience, together with her general love of books, has proved vital to her role as an editor at Garnet.

Mike Hinks – Senior Designer

Mike joined Garnet straight from university as junior designer. Having gained publishing experience with Garnet, he left to broaden his skills working in Design and Marketing in London. A few years later he was back, but this time his dedication, knowledge and enthusiasm were rewarded with a promotion to manage the design department.

Neil Collier – Designer

Neil joined the company straight from university, but having gained experience with Garnet, left to broaden his skills working for a Reading-based design agency, specializing in bespoke and high profile marketing campaigns. However, seven years later he was back with fresh ideas and renewed enthusiasm for EFL publishing.

Christin Helen Auth – Designer

Christin took an apprenticeship in graphic design in Germany and has worked in the advertising and publishing industries since 1998. Her work in different environments and countries has provided her with a unique experience in the business. She joined Garnet Education in 2007 after moving to England. Christin has first-hand knowledge of the difficulties and joys of mastering English, so she has a special interest in helping other students learn the language.

Ed Du Bois – Designer

Ed joined Garnet Education in February 2009, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge from the design, publishing and marketing sector. Previously, Ed has worked for both large and small agencies across varying disciplines as well as heading up teams of designers. With a great eye for detail, Ed is currently working on the new improved Skills in English series.

Sarah Church – Typesetter

Sarah originally worked for Garnet Publishing as Production Manager in the early 90s. She was then employed by a variety of publishing companies, heading up the production and design departments. In 2004, she left full-time work to become a freelance production advisor and typesetter, with Garnet as one of her clients. She has now returned to Garnet as a typesetter on a permanent basis and hopes to put her extensive knowledge in the publishing industry to good use.

Bob House – Typesetter & IT Supervisor

Bob quickly became indispensable as Mr IT since his talent for software support is only matched by his typesetting ability. When he first joined in 2007, he was overwhelmed by cries for help from his colleagues, but since solving all the problems has moved on to bringing innovation and efficiency to the office IT systems.

Doug Nash – Illustration Specialist

Doug’s background in cartoon character design for companies such as Warner Brothers has given him the ability to capture movement and expression as well as speed and attention to detail. He provides a solid foundation of good illustration around which freelance illustrators can build.

Bob Green – Marketing and Publishing Development Manager

Bob joined Garnet this year having completed six years with McGraw-Hill in Latin America, the last two as Director of ELT based in Mexico City. Before that he has been in the ELT world with Prentice Hall and Macmillan and has lived and worked in the UK, San Salvador, Madrid, Buenos Aires and Central America & the Caribbean.

Olly Twist – Academic Sales Executive

Olly joined the company straight from the British Council in the UAE. He has developed contacts throughout the world through his outgoing nature and unique brand of humour. In his previous job at the British Council he dealt with all manner of people, from visiting dignitaries to children studying English. He is now using his expertise to promote Garnet Education’s open-market publishing ventures.

Catherine Kennedy – Marketing Executive

Catherine joined Garnet after graduating with a BA in Ancient History from the University of Reading. During five years of part-time employment at a flagship bookstore and involvement with events such as the Oxford Literary Festival, Catherine acquired a wide experience of the publishing industry and an understanding of the importance of customer care. She thrives on the busy nature of her current role and looks forward to the opportunity to travel.

Stephen Grantham – Marketing Assistant

Stephen began his career at Garnet in 1999. He now plays a vital role in the marketing department, answering customer enquiries, maintaining database records, sending samples to customers and helping with conference preparations. He also has sales responsibilities for another company within Garnet.

Christine Hart – Office Manager

Christine has overseen the reorganization of Garnet Education that is designed to improve efficiency and enhance the corporate image. Since joining in 2007, she has used the organizational skills gained over fifteen years of PA and office management work to transform the working environment.

Laura Senior – Administrative Assistant

Laura brings to Garnet extensive admin experience gained through her time as a receptionist and lettings supervisor at a local secondary school. She is highly organized and helps to maintain the smooth operation of the company by assisting with a wide variety of tasks ranging from general admin – processing invoices, arranging travel and monitoring health and safety – to more publishing-related activities such as checking audio recordings.