Meet the team | Prime Light

Meet the team

Over the years lighting has evolved and as a team so have we. After a rapid period of the growth, the team has grown substantially. Find out more about us here. 

Senior Management Team

Sean Hounslow

Managing Director

0208 968 2000

sales@primelight.co.uk

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Sean has a wealth of knowledge in the UK lighting sector, with over 30 years’ experience, 27 of those at Prime Light. He joined Prime Light at its inception, jointly managing the business and has played a key role in contributing to its success. 

Sean’s expertise lie in component sourcing, sales and product development. As a hands-on Managing Director, his vision is to cement Prime Light’s position within the lighting and associated industries as the ‘go to’ partner for all project and component solutions; never forgetting the key value of trust, that the business is built on. 

Ben Brunton

Director - Prime Controls

07732 602 953

bb@primelight.co.uk

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Ben has been in the lighting business for over 13 years. Starting as a lighting designer at a luminaire manufacturing company, moving on to a national sales role, before returning to wireless manufacturing prior to starting with Prime Light.

Ben looks after the controls business at Prime Light, this includes basic sensors, wireless sensors and wireless control systems. With knowledge of a range of roles within lighting, Ben can work with your team at all levels to develop the best solution for your project.

Rowley Brown

Chief Financial Officer

0208 968 2000

rb@primelight.co.uk

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Rowley is a well-qualified and experienced CFO specialising in SME’s. A specialist in guiding businesses that need to scale up and/or generate more value. Previous roles have been with P/E backed companies in the Manufacturing, Distribution and FMCG sectors both UK and Internationally and covering both B2B and B2C supply chain models.

Nigel Callaghan

Sales Director

07919 288 421

nc@primelight.co.uk

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Nigel has 15+ years of experience achieving aggressive sales and profitability goals, prospecting for new business, and exceeding ambitious sales objectives. Background in driving sales growth, establishing brands and businesses, growing market share, and profitability in competitive business climates. Tenacious at identifying new revenue opportunities, building customer loyalty, and forging long-term relationships with external and internal business partners to drive results. Previous roles within electrical, lighting and smart home in retail, wholesale and contractors selling B2B and opening up new B2C channels.

Sales Team

Paul McDermott-Roe

Senior Product Manager

07908 606 972

pm@primelight.co.uk

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Having started in 1985, Paul has accumulated years of experience in the field of electro-mechanical/electronic components. Prior to joining Prime Light in 2015, he spent 13 years in the lighting industry with a manufacturer of LED-based light fittings and components. Paul defines and executes product strategies for Prime Light's key product lines, including Emergency, LED Drivers, LED Boards, and Track and Cable Management Products.

Andy Botsford

Sales Manager – North UK

07736 163 010

ab@primelight.co.uk

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Andy has been Involved in distribution of electro-mechanical/electronic components since 1983, specialising in a range of products including switches, connectors and cable assemblies. He began working in the lighting Industry 9 years ago with a manufacturer of LED based light fittings and components. 

Since joining Prime Light in 2015, Andy has supported major OEMs in Scotland and the North of England and continues to provide top customer service to meet their ongoing requirements.  

Joe Challen

Project Manager

07821 681 530

jc@primelight.co.uk

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Joe has a vast knowledge of project expertise supporting electrical contractors and OEM’s throughout the country. With his on-site experience of 9 years with lighting controls and building automation solutions, he is able to build a rapport and ‘think outside the box’ to understand exactly what is required to troubleshoot and solve issues at hand. Joe can work with your organisation to develop the best project solutions for your requirements.

Harley Adams

Business Development Manager (South)

07729 076 439

ha@primelight.co.uk

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Harley is an experienced and well-versed sales manager recognised for her ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and her contributions to record sales figures. Harley has worked with leading manufacturers in the electrical and lighting industry for the past 6 years and has proven abilities in territory expansion and new account development within the industry. Harley offers an in-depth understanding of the sales cycle process, maintaining a focus on customer service and satisfaction.  

Alex Ings

Technical Manager

07716 084 888

ai@primelight.co.uk

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With 20 years experience in the Lighting Industry, Alex stands as a seasoned expert in 2D and 3D luminaire design. His skill set extends to crafting retrofit solutions aimed at helping companies meet their sustainability targets. Alex has been an integral part of the lighting design landscape since the emergence of LED technology. In his previous role as a technical manager, he played a pivotal role by offering comprehensive support to sales teams, clients, and colleagues. This included providing intricate guidance on LED board specifications, driver compatibility, and the suitability of emergency conversion kits, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to excellence in the field.

Kieran Hopkins

Business Development Manager (North)

07702 903 276

kh@primelight.co.uk

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Kieran is a dedicated, committed, and relationship-led sales professional. With over four years of experience in the hospitality sector and just over seven years in the electrical wholesale sector, he has cultivated a strong focus on B2B and B2C customer relationships.

His unwavering dedication has allowed him to adapt and deliver in an ever-changing specifications market, meeting the diverse requirements of customers. Kieran's expertise lies in navigating the complexities of both B2B and B2C landscapes, where he has consistently demonstrated a commitment to fostering meaningful connections with clients.

Paul Davies

Controls Specification Manager

07709 100 373

pd@primecontrols.co.uk

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With nearly 30 years in the Electrical Industry, Paul's journey began in specialty lamps and evolved into expertise in Pre-wired Modular Wiring Systems and OEM & Export Sales. For the past 14 years, he has been a key player in the Lighting Controls Division.

Paul brings extensive knowledge in Electrical Installations, Lighting, and Lighting Controls to his role. At Prime Light, he will collaborate with end users and specifiers, delivering tailored Lighting Control solutions for immediate needs and future-proofed Smart Building integration.

Joe Loughrey

Junior Business Development Manager

07716 083 295

jl@primelight.co.uk

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Joe Loughrey, Prime Light's Junior Business Development Manager. With over 5 years of experience in hospitality and retail, Joe brings a wealth of skills in brand representation, team leadership, and customer service.

During his time at the University of West London, Joe focused on refining his sales abilities, emphasising brand representation and customer experience. Now, at Prime Light, Joe is excited to leverage his expertise to drive business growth and manage client accounts. With a passion for promoting diverse product solutions and services, Joe is poised to make a significant impact on expanding our client portfolio and driving sales. We're thrilled to welcome Joe to the team and look forward to the contributions he'll bring to Prime Light's success.

Marketing Team

Stacey Woodhams

Marketing Manager

0208 968 2000

staceyw@primelight.co.uk

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Stacey is a dynamic Senior Marketer who plays a pivotal role in driving marketing success with expertise in impactful campaigns, lead generation, and growth strategies. As an experienced PR and Marketing professional, Stacey possesses a comprehensive understanding of B2B and B2C marketing in energy, lighting and design.

What sets Stacey apart is her holistic approach to projects, drawing upon her alternative background in brand identity, strategy, content production and lead generation. This comprehensive perspective empowers her to implement all-encompassing marketing strategies that resonate with target audiences and drive tangible outcomes. 

With her natural leadership skills and coordination prowess, Stacey has earned credibility, recognition, and a portfolio of successful campaigns.
Stacey's dedication, expertise, and results-driven mindset make her an invaluable member of our team. 

Sales Support

Jon Dyson

Office Manager

0208 968 2000

sales@primelight.co.uk

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Jon has been with Prime Light for 24 years therefore a valued member of the team involved in many areas of the business from credit control to bought ledger, sales, and purchasing.
Jon oversees the day to day operations and manages purchasing, imports and exports as well as managing the sales office.

David Wells

Sales Administrator

0208 968 2000

sales@primelight.co.uk

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Dave has been in the Lighting Industry for 8 years, previously 27 years in the IT sector with various roles from sales, account management and support services. His main focus at Prime light is managing the house accounts as well as dealing with all incoming enquiries via telephone and email.  Additionally he provides support to the external sales team where pricing or quotations are needed that are time sensitive. 

He's a bit of an all-rounder having experience in fluorescents, control gear, terminal blocks, glands, plugs/sockets and modular wiring /lead assembly to name a few so you are in safe hands.

Daven Tanna

Assistant Office Manager

0208 968 2000

dt@primelight.co.uk

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Daven, the Assistant Office Manager, excels in building strong relationships with customers and colleagues. He ensures smooth business operations, serving as the central point of contact for customers, handling sales orders, and enquiries, and managing purchase orders with suppliers. Daven is vital in maintaining excellent customer service and efficient office operations.

Sectors

Over the last 30 years we have grown and strengthened our expertise in several key sectors. Take a look below to see how we deliver effective lighting component solutions for these industries.

Lighting OEM

A trusted partner to lighting OEM companies both in the UK and overseas, providing original equipment and quality lighting solutions.

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Appliance OEM

OEM appliance lighting solutions that you can trust. Get in touch with us to learn more about our bespoke OEM appliance lighting solutions.

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Transport OEM

OEM transport lighting solutions that you can trust. Get in touch with us to learn more about our bespoke OEM transport lighting solutions.

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Hygiene OEM

OEM hygiene lighting solutions that you can trust. Get in touch with us to learn more about our bespoke OEM hygiene lighting solutions.

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Building management

OEM building management lighting solutions that you can trust. Get in touch with us to learn more about our bespoke smart building lighting solutions.

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Solution providers

Modern lighting solutions that you can trust. Get in touch with us to learn more about our innovative and bespoke lighting solutions.

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