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Our team

A combined 150 years of Stannah experience

In 1867 Joseph Stannah opened his doors for business. Over 150 years later we’re still a British family business, producing the highest quality stairlifts and homelifts.

Nick Ginnelly

Public Sector – National Sales Manager

I lead, motivate, and provide strategic direction to the national sales team, ensuring they have the tools, guidance, and support. By building strong relationships with our customers, I aim to deliver exceptional value and ensure their needs are at the centre of our strategies.

Steve Giles

Public Sector – Regional Sales Manager – South & South Wales

I joined Stannah in August 2021 after an extensive career in Financial Services managing sales and marketing teams.

Warren Keeton

Public Sector – Regional Sales Manager – East & Scotland

I have worked for around 16 years in the mobility industry, with the past 14 years specialising in access solutions of all kinds including ramps, lifts, hoists and of course stairlifts

Roger Smithies

Public Sector – Regional Sales Manager – Western Team

I have been with Stannah for 27 years and started my career assisting with surveys across the North of England and Wales. I joined the public sector sales team in 2008 working in and around Merseyside, Lancashire and Manchester.

Wayne Hutton

Business Partner

In my role as a Business Partner, I support local authorities across the UK in purchasing stairlifts through their preferred methods. I provide expert advice and guidance, helping them make informed decisions. My focus is on ensuring they select the right product, paired with the level of service and expertise that meets their specific needs.

Chris Leather

Technical Sales Consultant

I’m a Technical Sales Consultant within the Public Sector Team, bringing over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My expertise lies in selling to a diverse customer base, with a primary focus on local authorities and housing associations. A key aspect of my role is providing technical support to the Public Sector Team, ensuring they have the resources and insights needed to deliver exceptional solutions.

Nick Ginnelly

Public Sector – National Sales Manager

I lead, motivate, and provide strategic direction to the national sales team, ensuring they have the tools, guidance, and support. By building strong relationships with our customers, I aim to deliver exceptional value and ensure their needs are at the centre of our strategies.

Steve Giles

Public Sector – Regional Sales Manager – South & South Wales

I joined Stannah in August 2021 after an extensive career in Financial Services managing sales and marketing teams.

Warren Keeton

Public Sector – Regional Sales Manager – East & Scotland

I have worked for around 16 years in the mobility industry, with the past 14 years specialising in access solutions of all kinds including ramps, lifts, hoists and of course stairlifts

Roger Smithies

Public Sector – Regional Sales Manager – Western Team

I have been with Stannah for 27 years and started my career assisting with surveys across the North of England and Wales. I joined the public sector sales team in 2008 working in and around Merseyside, Lancashire and Manchester.

Wayne Hutton

Business Partner

In my role as a Business Partner, I support local authorities across the UK in purchasing stairlifts through their preferred methods. I provide expert advice and guidance, helping them make informed decisions. My focus is on ensuring they select the right product, paired with the level of service and expertise that meets their specific needs.

Chris Leather

Technical Sales Consultant

I’m a Technical Sales Consultant within the Public Sector Team, bringing over 20 years of experience in healthcare. My expertise lies in selling to a diverse customer base, with a primary focus on local authorities and housing associations. A key aspect of my role is providing technical support to the Public Sector Team, ensuring they have the resources and insights needed to deliver exceptional solutions.

Over 150 years experience with 40 dedicated staff who focus solely on local authority customers

We work in partnership with local authorities to meet their clients’ need for reliable, high quality and safe products, which enable them to continue living independently in their own homes. We recognise the challenges that local authorities face and work collaboratively to reduce costs and increase efficiency. 

15 Customer care team
2 Bid team
1 Business partner
20 Sales team
1 Technical sales consultant
1 Marketing manager