Our trustees
Andrew Gale | evo Group Chief Executive
Andrew has been with the evo business for over 15 years both as CFO, and now Chief Executive. The evo Foundation was his idea, and in his role as a Trustee, he will bring his knowledge of evo and the UK industry, alongside his Pension Trustee experience, to the evo Foundation.
Esther Murdock
After holding various leadership roles for over 33 years within the Public Sector sales division of Banner (part of the evo Group), Esther decided to step aside and spend time within the voluntary sector. She is delighted to be appointed a Trustee of the evo Foundation and is looking forward to being able to make a positive difference during these challenging times.
Leanne Gregg | People Director
Leanne has 22 years of experience in the field of Human Resources, specialising in managing global people teams. Leanne’s involvement as a trustee for various charitable organizations has given her unique insights into the challenges faced by those in need, and she is dedicated to finding innovative solutions to address them.
Steve Blowers
Steve has held various senior management roles within the business supplies sector, including VOW Europe Ltd. Steve has volunteered at the BOSS Federation for various years, helping assess support requests for industry employees facing difficulties. He’s also deeply involved in his local golf club, serving on their Seniors committee, and offering volunteer support. In his retirement years, Steve enjoys dedicating his time to charity and his local community.
Steve Forde
Steve has worked in the office products industry for over 30 years, in a variety of Commercial, Inventory and Merchandising roles. Steve joined evo in 2014 as Group Merchandising Director and subsequently became Group Inventory Director, before moving to Banner as Commercial Director. Today Steve works part-time, supporting evo with various strategic projects. Outside of work, Steve is a lifelong fan of Thetford Town FC and enjoys reading, writing and computer programming.
Viv Slater | Banner Managing Director
Vivian has dedicated over three decades to the office products industry, gaining extensive experience in Sales Commercial and leadership roles. Her career has been marked by a relentless commitment to excellence and a passion for driving growth and innovation within the industry.
In 2015, Vivian joined Banner, an evo company, as Corporate Sales Director. Her strategic vision and exceptional leadership skills quickly became evident, and in 2023, she was promoted to Managing Director. In this role, Vivian continues to lead with integrity and a focus on fostering strong relationships with clients and partners.
Vivian’s unwavering dedication to her work and her ability to inspire and lead teams make her an invaluable asset to Banner and the wider office products community. Her contributions have not only propelled the company forward but have also set new standards for excellence in the industry.