MANAGEMENT:
Stuart – Director
Stuart was the original company founder, back in 1989. He began as a sole trader working from home, then rented premises and began taking on staff. Over the years the business has grown, and morphed into a limited company with its own premises. Since Brexit, Stuart has had to divide his time between Tusah Europe SAS (which deals with European distributors and is now based in France) and Ki Martial Arts Ltd (which is still based in the UK, and mainly serves non EU customers). Stuart has been involved with various Martial Arts over the years. He began with Judo as a child, and has also trained in Karate, Kungfu, Kickboxing, Jujitsu and WT Taekwondo. He enjoys cycling and walking and is passionate about supercars. He relaxes by watching football and Formula 1.
Andrew – Director
Andrew has always had to lend a helping hand with the family business from a young age. Andrew has been involved with Martial Arts all of his life. He began with WT Taekwondo at an early age, but has also trained in Kickboxing and Escrima. He has been a successful athlete, gaining many medals and trophies, both nationally and internationally. He has travelled globally to participate in various WT Taekwondo competitions, and trained at a Korean high school whilst a teenager. He has officially represented his country in WT Taekwondo at both youth and senior levels, after having won the nationals on several occasions. He has also been successful at both University and veteran levels nationally. Now he uses his electronic skills to run KPNP systems at competitions in the UK. He enjoys computer games, electronics, playing pool and spending time with his daughters.
Annette – Operations Manager
Annette joined the payroll in the summer of 2016. However, as the company started out as a family enterprise she has been an unpaid volunteer since its early beginnings as Ki Company in 1989! She deals with all HR, legal, payroll, training & apprenticeships. Annette feels that every day brings new challenges, which makes it very interesting. She likes that there is a good balance of social interaction and research. She is also heartened to see the progression and fulfillment of individual’s aspirations. Her hobbies and interests are centered around her home life. In her younger days she trained in kickboxing and then went on to train in WT Taekwondo for over 20 years and canoed regularly. She is now actively involved in a full refurbishment of both her home and garden. She enjoys family time, walking, cycling, gardening and DIY.
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OFFICE:
Lisa – Orders Administrator
Lisa joined us in January 2022. Lisa answers all incoming calls, deals with any enquiries and processes orders. Her hobbies include spending time with her daughter and going out for adventures. She loves to meet new people and is always happy to help.
Misty – Business and Finance Administrator
Misty joined the team in August 2024. Misty handles the company accounts and purchasing, as well as providing customer support. Her hobbies include caving, climbing, hiking, reading, and painting. When she was younger, Misty and her family trained in WT Taekwondo.
Niamh – Business and Marketing Administrator
Niamh joined the team in August 2024 as a part time administrator, but at the beginning of September she took on her new role as Business and Marketing Administrator. Niamh handles the website and other business marketing needs, as well as providing customer support. She enjoys crocheting, illustrating and spending time with her loved ones in nature. She is passionate about conservation and animal welfare.
Annie – Office Administrator
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PRINT & DISPATCH:
Jonathan – Warehouse Operative
Jonathan joined us in October 2020. He handles all aspects of the warehouse, from incoming container deliveries to customer parcel dispatch. Jonathan enjoys spending time with his family. Both his son and he have been members of the Devon Orienteering society, which is something they would like to get back into as well as getting lost in mazes. He likes films and goes to the cinema when he can. His hobbies are, but doesn’t do enough of, photography, reading and playing American pool with his brother.
Rhiannon – Print Operative
Rhiannon joined us as a Warehouse/Print Assistant in September 2021. She has since moved up to take on printing full time and really enjoys it. Rhiannon deals with designing customised prints and applying these to a variety of products. She wanted to be an animator when she was little, so she likes to flex her arty muscles. Rhiannon used to do Ju-jitsu at university but had to stop when she left but would love to get back into it. Rhiannon also enjoys going on adventures with her dog and live music/festivals.
Connor – Warehouse and Print Assistant
Connor joined us as a Warehouse/Print Assistant in February 2024. He helps with all aspects across both print and warehouse. He has trained in Judo for a few years, but mostly enjoys making artwork, animating short films and relaxing with his parrot.
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COORDINATOR:
Nick – Business Coordinator
Nick joined in October 2024. He works across all areas of the business. He has a keen eye for detail and is committed to meeting the highest standards for both the business and customers. He has a unique approach to his work and personality to match. Spare time hobbies include playing pool, world travel and collecting tattoos!