We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ellie Parkes as International Sales Manager for Replin by Hainsworth.
Ellie has over 16 years of experience in global management and strategic business development. After graduating with a First-Class Honours degree in Textile Design, Ellie worked in design, marketing and sales across top-end interiors, high street supply and Savile Row tailoring.
She then went on to spend 11 years at John Horsfall, a supplier of luxury airline blankets and accessories, first as Business Development Manager and then as Global Business Development Manager. While there, she was responsible for leading the global sales team, exploring new product developments and expanding the business’ customer base internationally.
Ellie has been a visible presence in the aviation industry, both as a panel speaker at the IFSA Innovation Pavilion and as a regular contributor to airline industry press (including Aircraft Interiors, Onboard Hospitality, and PAX International). With extensive industry experience, she brings creativity, commercial acumen and real-life textiles expertise to the procurement process.
“From my experience as a specialist supplier to the global aviation industry I believe that on-board textiles are crucial to the passenger experience, not only in terms of how they look, but how they make us feel,” says Ellie. “I am excited to join the team at Replin by Hainsworth and continuing to drive growth in the business.”
“I am very pleased to welcome Ellie to the Replin team,” says Phil Atherton, Commercial Director at AW Hainsworth. “There are many great opportunities for us in the aviation industry, and with Ellie’s previous experience she will be an excellent addition to the business. I am looking forward to seeing her take on the Replin brand and help us meet our plans for strategic growth.”
Replin by Hainsworth is a sub-brand of AW Hainsworth that designs, develops and manufactures premium interior fabrics for aviation and rail. Since its establishment 80 years ago, Replin has become synonymous with high quality, technical innovation and aesthetic appeal.
