Thyme Marketing has welcomed four highly experienced and well-known industry figures to its growing team, strengthening its nationwide presence in the natural health, pharmacy, and convenience sectors.
Godfrey Grima steps into the the role of Convenience London. With over 30 years’ experience in convenience retail, he brings invaluable insight and long-standing relationships in the London market, together with as deep understanding of product positioning and customer engagement in high-footfall environments.
Melvyn Phillips takes up the post of Business Development Manager.
He brings more than 35 years of experience in FMCG and health and wellness distribution.He will focus on expanding new brand opportunities and building on Thyme’s multi-channel success.
Gary Tickett joins as Northern Account Manager. He has been in the industry since 1985, working for several specialist natural health brands and distributors. In 2005 he moved into health food retail, opening four Healthy Route stores across the East Midlands. During this time he was chair of the NAHS (now Health Stores UK) for 7 years and became a Fellow of the HFI.
Libby Salt brings creativity, energy, and digital expertise to the role of Marketing and Social Media. With a strong background in marketing strategy and social media content creation, she is focused on growing brand visibility, telling engaging stories, and supporting clients with impactful online campaigns across multiple platforms.
Rachel Tweedie, Co-Founder of Thyme Marketing, said: “Our team is our greatest strength. Godfrey, Melvyn, Gary, and Libby bring a wealth of experience and energy that align perfectly with our mission to offer an unbeatable service across all channels. We’re excited about what we can achieve together for our clients.”
Gary Trickett said: “As I start my 40th year in the industry where in that time I’ve worked for brands, wholesalers and over 20 years as a retailer, I’m looking forward to the challenge and opportunity that Rachel and the team at Thyme Marketing offers’’.