Meet the Team

Based at Calleva HQ in beautiful Somerset, UK, meet a few of our committed and highly knowledgeable team members who will help to bring your products to life. From NPD to HR, everyone plays an important role.

Ed Ryle

CEO

Ed was appointed CEO at Calleva in 2020 having worked previously across commercial, technical and operational functions within the business. Ed’s background in Sports, both academically and as a successful competitor in amateur rugby, triathlon & cycling has helped shape Calleva into what it is today. When not in the office, Ed can be found watching Somerset play Cricket or walking his Labrador on the Quantock Hills.

Natasha Meadows

Director

Tash has been a key part of Calleva for longer than she’d like us to mention. Having joined the company straight from College she has turned her hand to most roles within the business and has a true understanding of what our customers need and expect. When not getting stuck into the nitty gritty at Calleva HQ, Tash has a love of Country music and is a long suffering Tottenham Hotspur fan.

Megan Twentyman-Jones

Technical Sales Executive

Megan is a qualified food scientist with a strong technical foundation in ingredient functionality and a commercially minded approach. She collaborates closely with R&D, purchasing and technical teams to provide support and ensure alignment from concept through to launch.

Outside of work, Megan is a keen outdoor enthusiast, happiest hiking, camping or in the ocean.

Andy Woolf

COO

Andy joined Calleva in January 2023 as COO, he has a passion for all things to support the continued growth, customer experience and success at Calleva. Andy is a keen runner, a Manchester United supporter, and a proud Labrador dad of Larkin.

Kaite Loomes

NPD Manager

Kaite’s NPD expertise bridges the gap between cutting edge technology and real-world application. With a BSc (Hons) in Food Manufacturing and industry experience, she drives innovation, creating products that enhance athletic performance and promote health and well-being. When she’s not in the lab, you’ll often find her enjoying the trails on her mountain bike or exploring the wilderness - passions that fuel her drive for performance and endurance.

Mike Smith

Packaging Manager

Mike has been an integral part of the Calleva team since joining us in 2017. Having spent his whole career in the Print and Packaging Industry he has an extensive knowledge of all the print processes we utilise, including colour management, substrates and the technical capabilities. Outside of Calleva Mike is Coach of a local youth side and enjoys a game of golf, not so much searching for misplaced golf balls we’re told as its lost time at the 19th!

Chantelle Caughey

HR Manager

Chantelle joined Calleva in Jan 24 as HR Manager. She brings with her a wealth of HR experience & knowledge from many different industries including finance and the charity sector. Chantelle loves to focus on engaging our teams, bringing visions to life, and helping develop talent. Chantelle can often be found loitering around any treats brought into the office and will never say no to chocolate!

Anthony Lynch

Operations Manager

Anthony brings over 20 years of experience in production and operations to the team and has been with Calleva since 2017. His strong leadership and problem-solving skills have been instrumental in delivering successful projects. He is NEBOSH and IOSH certified, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety. When not driving business results, Anthony enjoys the thrill of tennis and is a passionate supporter of Welsh rugby.

Will Harvey

Supply Chain Manager

Will joined Calleva in 2024 as Supply Chain Manager, following a career of over 10 years in the food and beverage industry. When he’s not focused on keeping things running smoothly, Will can usually be found outdoors, enjoying the great British countryside.

Stephanie Liddon

Supply Chain & ERP Team Lead

Steph joined the Calleva Team in 2023 and manages Production Planning, Purchasing and ERP Projects helping the factory run smoothly and improving business processes. Outside of work Steph is normally watching rugby or netball or is practising Krav Maga for fun.

Lauren Strange

Finance Manager

Lauren is qualified accountant who prides herself on engaging with employees at all levels and supporting the development of financial knowledge across the business.  She loves working closely with colleagues across the business, helping build their confidence around the numbers and showing how finance supports everyday decisions. Outside of work, she's a keen runner, proud Liverpool supporter, and can usually be found out walking her much-loved cockapoo.

Neil Gordon

Business Development Executive

Neil brings extensive commercial experience from business development and customer centric roles in food ingredients, flavours and distribution, having focused significantly on Sports Nutrition and Health & Wellness.

Outside of life with Calleva, Neil is keen Liverpool supporter, ex hockey player and enjoys spending time with his family and his Labradoodle.