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We are lucky to have a great team of friendly, professional and talented individuals, who together bring a wealth of experience to the business. The fantastic range of products and brands we stock is supported by the excellent product knowledge of each member of the team. We pride ourselves on our exemplary levels of customer service and very much look forward to providing a shopping experience that will exceed expectation.
DAVID NUTTALL - OWNER & DIRECTOR
David bought A Hume in January 2020. He has had a long-established relationship with A Hume as the Managing Director of world-renowned Scottish knitwear manufacturer, William Lockie and Company in Hawick. David has a huge passion for quality brands, and his knowledge of manufacturing is exceptional.
A keen horseman David enjoys spending time out on his trusty steed Rory, attending the local riding festivals and is partial to a nice countryside walk with his wife Gael and their two dogs Tala and Ziggy.
RACHEL THOMSON - MANAGING DIRECTOR
Rachel joined A Hume in January 2020 as the Managing Director. Previously Rachel spent 7 years with her dad at William Lockie and developed a great interest in marketing and branding where she decided to focus her career.
A true country gal, after studying at Edinburgh University for 4 years Rachel decided to head back to the Scottish Borders. She loves nothing more than being out in the middle of nowhere out a run or walking with her dog Dexter and taking in the views.
Fraser joined the A Hume family in August 2020, taking on the role of operations and stock manager and in a short space of time has revolutionised our processes and stock management. He is now looking forward to a new challenge as Head of Finance & Operations.
A keen rugby player, Fraser recently hung up his boots after a successful career with Melrose Rugby Club and Glasgow Warriors. He is the most capped Scotland Club International player and is now looking to impart some of his wisdom in his new role as Head Coach of Gala RFC.
ANNA THOMSON - HEAD OF RETAIL
Anna joined A Hume in June 2017 as Senior Ladieswear Sales Assistant. Anna has an abundance of experience having worked for a number of years in customer-focused roles. She has a great eye for fashion and prides herself on her excellent customer service and care.
In 2021 we were delighted when Anna accepted the role of Head of Retail across both our stores in Kelso.
Anna is passionate about horses and the Scottish Borders countryside and loves combining the two.
JAMES ABBOTT - HEAD OF ECOMMERCE
James first joined A Hume in 2010 and contributed to the businesses growth in the online and digital world. After a short time away pursuing other opportunities James is now back at A Hume as our Head of eCommerce.
It is a running joke at A Hume that you can hear James before you see him. With a passion for cars and the grand prix he is the proud owner of a rather noisy car.
ERIN BURTON - CUSTOMER SERVICE & ORDER PROCESSING MANAGER
Erin joined A Hume in August 2015 as part of the online team and is responsible for customer service and order processing. She ensures all customer queries are dealt with as efficiently as possible and that orders are dispatched as promised.
She enjoys travelling, socialising with friends and going to the gym.
MAUREEN CUTHBERT - TAILORESS
A very cherished member of the team, Mo, as she is fondly known, is our expert tailoress, carrying out all clothing alterations on the premises. Along with the alterations she keeps all samples and stock in tip top shape for our photoshoots.
Mo has two Border Collie dogs and has a real passion for dog agility.
CHRIS WHITLOCK - WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Chris has been with A Hume since March 2009 and worked in our Menswear department for 12 years. With his knowledge of stock, our systems and processes Chris made the move to the warehouse managing stock for both shops and our online fulfilment.
Chris enjoys walking his dog Murphy and loves dining out and trying out new culinary delights.
HANNAH GORDON - CONTENT MARKETER
Hannah joined the A Hume family in October 2020 in the new role of content marketer. With an eye for photography, videography and illustration she has brought lot's of our products to life in her short time in the role.
In her spare time Hannah enjoys foraging, herbalism and also has her two house bunnies to keep her on her toes, she is also very interested in Scottish witchcraft and folklore.
JUDY POTTS - MARKETING MANAGER
Judy joined A Hume in May 2015 as our Marketing Manager. Judy has over 23 years experience in customer service and enjoys the creative side to her role as well as dealing with customers.
A local farmers wife, Judy is used to early starts and can often be found in an exercise class before work. Out of office hours she enjoys socialising and spending time with her family and four legged friends
JULIE ROXBURGHE-LOWRIE - SALES ADVISER
Julie joined the A Hume team in May 2014, and has a wealth of customer service experience, having worked in some of Kelso’s other retail businesses. Starting her career with us in our technical wear department Julie has a great knowledge of the perfect products required for a day in the country.
She is a keen horse rider and has her three of her own horses that keep her very busy. Julie also takes part in eventing and other various country pursuits.
LORRAINE TAIT - SALES ADVISER
Lorraine joined A Hume in October 2012 and has over 20 years experience working in the retail sector in Kelso. She is very knowledgeable about the fishing and shooting in the area, of which many tourists come to visit us specifically for.
Lorraine always has a smiling face for our customers walking in the door and
HERBIE WHARTON - SALES ADVISER
Herbie joined A Hume in September 2013 as a sales adviser. She has worked in customer service roles both within the finance industry and retail. As a passionate and experienced retail sales adviser she looks forward to welcoming you in-store.
Herbie loves keeping fit and experimenting in the kitchen with healthy produce and new recipe ideas.
LESLEY MCCRINDLE - SALES ADVISER
Lesley, who has been with A Hume since Autumn 2016, used to work in retail banking and comes with a wealth of experience. She has a keen interest in ladies fashion and a great eye for detail.
In her spare time Lesley enjoys showing her Connemara ponies, country pursuits and spending time with her family.
DEXTER THOMSON - OFFICE DOG AND CHIEF PIE PINCHER
Dexter joined the online office team in 2020 and is best friends with whoever is currently eating their lunch. His deep bark lets everyone know when courier has arrived (so we never miss it) and there is always a moment of fear when no one can find him...he is probably stealing that evening's dinner out of Chris's bag.
In his free time Dexter enjoys walks, sniffing and playing in the river.
RUTH THORBURN - SALES ADVISER
Ruth joined our team in March 2019 after a number of customer facing roles working in weddings, events & hospitality, and more recently retail banking. Customer service has always been one of her passions.
She is a lover of the countryside and can be found out walking with her family and two dogs or going for an early morning run before work. Ruth looks forward to welcoming you in store soon
MAIRI CAMERON - CUSTOMER SERVICE & INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Mairi came to A·Hume in April of 2021 after 3 years working at William Lockie. In her time there she built up a great knowledge of international shipping and is now overseeing the dispatch and delivery of our A·Hume parcels all over the world.
Mairi is happiest when spending time with her family, especially her two little nieces and discovering new walks with her Jackshund Kobe.
KATIE MOORE - RETAIL SALES ADVISOR
Katie joined A·Hume in May of 2021 after starting her career in hospitality, working at a luxury spa. Her passion has always been country pursuits (and clothing) and we were delighted when Katie chose to join the team at A·Hume.
Living between Kelso and Wooler surrounded by the beautiful Northumberland countryside, in her spare time Katie enjoys spending time with her three dogs, helping out with her friend's horses, cooking and baking (something which delighted her fellow colleagues when she appeared with a tin full of delicious brownies on her first day).