About Gillards

Founded in 1981, Gillards started trading from a 3,000 square foot unit in Bristol offering print finishing services to the local print trade. Fast forward 40+ years and today the business has transformed into a global e-fulfilment and logistics provider operating from a 110,000 square foot site.

Building relationships with clients remains the guiding principle and as Managing Director Andrew Clarke explains, a personal approach is vital.

“We work as a tight-knit team, and this is particularly useful when last minute or unusual requests need to be resolved. When our clients are under pressure, our experience and flexibility mean we can solve problems quickly.”

Today, Gillards are the custodians of end-to-end eCommerce and fulfilment services for a wide range of customers. We store, pick, pack, and deliver a variety of products from high-end calligraphy pens and wooden toys to designer jeans and electric bikes.

Meet the team

Daniel Gillard

Owner

Daniel has been with the business for over 35 years. He has steered the company through an era of transformational change, moving the company forward into its next chapter. Daniel’s commitment to excellence and a passion for community initiatives have resulted in a positive impact on the business, that reaches far beyond the bottom line.

Andrew Clarke

Managing Director

Andrew, a seasoned professional, has been Managing Director of Gillards for over 4 years. With a rich background spanning finance, retail, and food manufacturing, he honed his expertise in senior roles, specialising in forecasting, supply chain, and logistics. Andrew's leadership propels Gillards to new heights in innovation and efficiency.

Chris Hurdle

Director (non-executive)

Chris has been associated with Gillards for more than 25 years, as a customer, supplier and friend. With a background in retail management, he has owned several thriving businesses in a number of different sectors and now brings an external perspective to the Board.

Richard Gore

Director (non-executive)

Richard is a solicitor and partner at a top 60 law firm in the UK with over 25 years of experience in commercial litigation. He has been involved with Gillards for the past 6 years, initially as its solicitor but more recently as a non-executive director.

Mark Maidment

Finance Director

Mark is an ACCA-certified accountant and has been involved with Gillards since 2005 and brings a wealth of expertise in financial management and strategic planning. He is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, expert advice, and guidance.

Jo Stevens

Marketing Director

From marketing strategy and business leadership to brand-building and digital transformation, Jo is a seasoned professional with over 20 years’ experience. Blending commercial awareness with brand expertise Jo leads transformational change strategies for Gillards that deliver growth and customer loyalty.