Who we are
Meet our team
Get to know our knowledgeable, committed team, who are always on hand to offer help and answer any queries.
Our leadership team
Gary Foster
Gary Foster
Managing Director
Gary has over 25 years of experience in the chemical industry and founded MegaChem (UK) Ltd in 2001 as a new entity in the MegaChem Group. His knowledge of products, industries, customers and chemical distribution has been key in shaping and growing our company. His passion for exceeding customers’ expectations and his desire to see MegaChem UK Ltd become an industry leader in the UK and Europe is evident in the team that he has grown around him. Busy planning and driving the business forward, Gary is also very much still in touch with the customers on daily basis. Away from work, Gary likes to relax with his fishing rod and can occasionally be found on the golf course.
Leigh Cole
Director of PCP / APC
Leigh Cole
Director of PCP/ APC
Having worked in the chemical industry since 2004, Leigh joined MegaChem in 2012. He has continuously supported development and growth across the business, now as the Director of our PCP and APC business divisions (Performance Coating & Polymers, and Advance Polymer Composites). Industries include adhesives, construction, paint, ink, polyester, polyurethane, plastics and rubber.
Leigh works alongside a strong sales team to deliver excellence to every customer, committed to offering the very best in terms of products, service, and technical back-up.
Outside of work, Leigh has a busy family life and an enthusiastic Labrador, but always makes time for the beloved Nottingham Forest!
Phone: 07532 477 277
Carl Gingell
Finance Director
Carl Gingell
Finance Director
Our team
Supreeth Kankanady
UK Sales Manager (PCP: Paint and Ink)
Supreeth Kankanady
UK Sales Manager (PCP: Paint and Ink)
Phone: 0777 9993 652
Amy Chehata
UK Sales Manager (Personal Care, Homecare and I&I)
Amy Chehata
UK Sales Manager (Personal Care, Homecare and I&I
Amy has over 15 years’ experience in chemical distribution, supplying the main surfactants and speciality chemicals in these sectors. Amy is known for building strong lasting working relationships with customers and her extensive knowledge of the market.
Outside of work Amy loves to cook, exercise, and travel. She is also heavily involved with charities close to her heart, including a local food bank, Candlelighters and Zarach.
Phone: 07534 949920
Bethan Rees
Senior Sales Executive (Personal Care, Homecare and I&I)
Bethan Rees
Senior Sales Executive (Personal Care, Homecare and I&I)
Bethan has over 3 years’ experience in chemical distribution, developing a strong foundation in client relations and a comprehensive knowledge of the sector. Her experience has equipped her with a thorough understanding of the supply chain, from sourcing to delivery.
Outside of work Bethan’s interests include running, cooking and helping out in local events.
Phone: 07375 508055
Thomas Forbes
UK Sales Manager (Food & Beverage)
Thomas Forbes
UK Sales Manager (Food & Beverage)
Tom has over 10 years’ experience in food ingredients and specialty chemicals distribution, working across the UK and Europe to supply key functional and nutritional ingredients into food and beverage markets. He has held senior commercial roles with leading global manufacturers and distributors, managing strategic accounts and driving new business growth across multiple categories.
Tom is known for his commercial mindset, strong customer relationships, and deep understanding of ingredient applications, helping customers translate technical solutions into scalable commercial success.
Outside of work, Tom enjoys travelling, fitness, cooking, and exploring food culture, with a strong interest in innovation, nutrition, and performance-led products.
Phone: 07903 191276
Sue England
Regulatory Manager
Sue England
Regulatory Manager
Katie Mayo
Customer Service Manager
Katie Mayo
Customer Service Manager
Helen Jones
Senior Customer Service Executive
Helen Jones
Senior Customer Service Executive
Debbie Jones
Quality Manager
Debbie Jones
Quality Manager
Donna Scammell
Supply Chain Manager
Donna Scammell
Supply Chain Manager
Lauren Revill
Customer Service Executive
Lauren Revill
Supply Chain Executive
Lauren has a strong background in providing high quality customer service. Bringing her skills to MegaChem in 2025, Lauren is new to our industry and keen to expand her knowledge and experience. Lauren has already become a key member of the support team.
Outside of work, Lauren is very family orientated and making the most of time spent with her two young children, adventuring outdoors and cooking for family and friends. She also enjoys rugby days out with her husband.
Sophie Lewis
Supply Chain Executive
Sophie Lewis
Supply Chain Executive
Cameron Mitchell
Sales Executive, Food & Beverage
Cameron Mitchell
Sales Executive, Food & Beverage
Katrina Rowe
Account Executive
Katrina Rowe
Account Executive
Carleigh Deakin
Regulatory Executive
Carleigh Deakin
Regulatory Executive
Carleigh has recently joined MegaChem. She has previously worked in education and customer service and has a wealth of knowledge in these roles. New to the Chemical industry, she is very keen to expand her knowledge and experience in this industry and will no doubt become a key member of the Regulatory team.
Outside of work, Carleigh loves nothing more than spending time with her young family and husband and can often be found on the pitch sidelines, encouraging her son in football and rugby. She loves to travel and is an avid rugby supporter of the Welsh squad!