Jon is our brand and culture guru, who was a lifelong tea drinker, until (in his own words) he "fell head over heels in love with our flat white". We plucked Jon from London, where he was working in tech, and persuaded him that fuelling ambition was for him. Jon is a family man who rarely sits still, an obsessive fitness fanatic; regularly spotted on a spin bike, lifting weights, or doing both at the same time!

Along with Zoe, in 2023, he led a management buyout to become a proud owner of Paddy & Scott’s.

Zoe joined Paddy & Scott’s in 2014, and since then, she has shown unwavering dedication, covering practically every job in the company, eventually becoming the Operations Director in 2020. Zoe is an exceptional boss, a netball champion, and a Tour de France enthusiast. She beat breast cancer in 2020, navigating the pandemic from a hospital bed, and has become a role model for our team.

Along with Jon, she led a management buyout in 2023 to become a proud owner of Paddy & Scott’s.

George Muchomba, the Head Honcho and a second-generation coffee farmer, has served as Chairman of the local Co-operative for more than 20 years. George has earned respect as an inspirational Community Leader, driven to make the farm and the surrounding communities a better place. He's one of the founders of the Ruiga Girls Secondary School, a proud family man, father, and grandfather. A kind, gentle man, we're incredibly proud to be working with.

Laurence Muchomba, son of George Muchomba, is a proud Meru coffee producer and agribusiness professional. He oversees farm operations, finances, and coffee processing while upholding Muchomba Farm’s legacy of quality and sustainability. Committed to ethical farming and community empowerment, he also collaborates with Paddy & Scott's and Ruiga schools to drive positive impact.

Shaun has worked in the sales and hospitality industry for over 20 years; he brings a wealth of experience to the team. Since joining in 2022, the vision has been clear: to drive the business forward and fuel the ambition of our partners. Outside of work, you are likely to find Shaun in the gym, drinking protein shakes, or on the sideline watching his children play football.

Having worked in operations for a leading horticulture company for over 20 years, an opportunity presented itself to work at Paddy & Scott’s and Neil thought, who wouldn’t want to work for such an awesome brand. Neil is passionate about the brand and everything it stands for. Improving our customer experience and sustainability whilst reducing our environmental impact, is something which led him to winning our Ambition Fueller award in 2022. Outside of work, Neil is dad to four amazing children and crazy Springer Spaniel Milo. In his spare time, he likes to repurpose old items or customise stuff on his laser engraver (usually with chevrons or wings).

Mat joined Paddy & Scott’s in 2024 as Marketing Manager, with a clear mission: to grow and shape the company’s story and share it with the world. Outside of work, Mat is a former key figure in the Parkour scene and now enjoys photography, perfecting his home barista skills, and engaging in slightly safer fitness activities.

Chrissie is Paddy & Scott’s number-crunching queen, who can regularly be found counting coffee beans and adding accuracy to our world. Chrissie is a dog lover, keen cyclist, and badminton enthusiast.

Rebecca joined Paddy & Scott’s in September 2023, drawn by the company’s genuine commitment to making a difference beyond profit. Inspired by Jon and Zoe’s vision and leadership (and a well-timed job offer!), she now oversees our cafés with her characteristic energy and dedication. A true people person, Rebecca is passionate about creating spaces where coffee and community flourish. Outside of work, her warmth and humour are matched only by her love for life’s simple joys

Jessie, our Head of Purpose, ensures we stay focused on our mission: To measure our impact in coffee-growing communities, with our people, and on the planet, to help us do better! Jessie is well-travelled, has spent much time volunteering, and as a practising Psychotherapist, her values and ethics mean she is in the perfect role! Passionate about people, travel, and the great outdoors, when Jessie isn't at work, you'll find her enjoying quality time with her family exploring.

Kit rejoined Paddy & Scott’s for the third time in September 2024, bringing years of experience and a passion for coffee to the team. His coffee journey began in 2012 at a Paddy & Scott’s coffee shop, and his dedication has continued to grow ever since. Kit is deeply committed to supporting not only the farms that grow the coffee but also the communities surrounding them, perfectly aligning with Paddy & Scott’s mission to fuel ambition and make a difference. Outside work, Kit enjoys weekends away in his VW campervan, embracing the open road and the great outdoors.

Tom joined Paddy & Scott’s in 2023, coming from a successful sales and account management career in the beer industry. Tom’s role is to manage a number of our national customers, as well as getting involved in new business and training. Outside of work, Tom has a real passion for the Toon Army (Newcastle FC), boxing, and loves taking his dog for long walks. He has always loved craft beer and coffee, so good career choices from Tom so far!

Henry makes all of our products and digital content look and feel amazing! His expertise lies in beautiful branding, high converting videography, e-commerce photography, and intelligent design. Henry also runs Quench, a London-based creative agency specialising in craft food and drink brands. His portfolio covers clients such as Condé Nast, Tullamore Dew, and WeWork. Henry is a former winner of a BFI directors award and has produced videos that have been viewed over 50 million times. He specialises in high growth food and drink brands, developing e-commerce systems, and improving the UXP.

Rachel joined Paddy & Scott's in 2019 after transferring from London to Suffolk. Her passion for coffee and creative flair catapulted her into the wonderful world of social media, where she showcased our brand using great imagery and inspirational words. ‘Hutch’ continues her career as Chief Wordsmith to tell our story, inspire others to do good, and explain the impact a simple cup of coffee can have on communities to build a better world. 

Anna joined Paddy & Scott’s in 2024 after finishing uni, drawn by the brand’s genuine ethics and sustainability efforts. Her passion for making a difference and love of good coffee made her the perfect fit for our team. Outside of work, Anna spends her time exploring the countryside with her cheeky fox-red Labrador, learning to snowboard, and spending time with family.

Suffolk through and through, Amanda is a fountain of knowledge and calm efficiency. She heads up Paddy & Scott's engine room and is on hand to drive brilliant customer service and support for our customers. Amanda has a passion for floristry, a smile that can light up any room, and adores her family time.

Paddy joined Paddy & Scott’s in 2023, and no, he is not that Paddy! Working in our Fuelfilment centre, making sure all of our customers receive their orders on time and in a way that puts a smile on their face. He is also a rather handy builder, so gets roped into various other jobs too! Outside of work, Paddy has three daughters who keep him very busy, he has a huge passion for motorcycles, and is a self-confessed coffee addict!

In 2024, Connor made an exciting career transition, joining Paddy and Scott’s from the wine industry. During the week, Connor can be found at our Fuelfilment centre. He ensures that coffee reaches the cups of our amazing trade and retail customers. Outside of work, Connor enjoys spending time with his family, making the most of every moment with them. However, when the opportunity arises, he enjoys practicing photography, capturing everything from landscapes to motorsport.