About The Manufacturer

We know manufacturing

The Manufacturer, published by Hennik Research (part of Nineteen Group), has been at the heart of the sector for over 30 years, giving us unrivalled reach and expertise in the industry. As rapid advances in technology drive transformation in the industrial landscape, we’re on the frontline of that change, working with the most innovative manufacturers and technology providers. We share that insight with our community.

Manufacturers prosper because we make sense of the change and maximise resulting business opportunities for our community, putting them ahead of the curve. We do this every day, meeting and talking with manufacturing companies across the UK, Europe and the USA, and reporting on their challenges and successes across our multimedia portfolio, providing the insights and connections to help them make the right decisions and thrive.

365 days a year

The knowledge you need, delivered the way you want it.

Daily news, interviews and thought leadership across our publishing channels. If daily is too much, we publish weekly digital briefings and hold monthly physical and virtual learning and networking events. Annually, we host the leading industry awards programmes that recognise manufacturing talent and business excellence. In-digital, in-print, or in-person, The Manufacturer offers ideas, insight and innovation to the manufacturing community when they need it, in the format they desire. Because sharing the knowledge benefits everyone.

Meet the team (click name for contact details)

Grace Gilling, Managing Director

GillingGrace has been with Hennik Research, publishers of The Manufacturer, since 2010. Starting as an events administrator, she progressed through a number of key operational roles before being appointed Managing Director in 2016. She now works closely with the leadership team to oversee the strategic delivery of The Manufacturer’s events, publishing, and awards portfolio — ensuring it delivers lasting value for both our clients and our audience.

Passionate about UK manufacturing, Grace is committed to helping the sector become more efficient, sustainable, and competitive. She also sits on the Manufacturing Industries Division Board at the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), reflecting her broader engagement with industry and support for skills development and innovation.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracegilling

Henry Anson, Director

AnsonHenry is passionate about manufacturing and its role as the backbone for the future of the global economy.

As director of Hennik Research, publishers of The Manufacturer, Henry manages our commercial activities, developing new concepts and products for our readership. He builds bridges between the manufacturing community and the services sector that supports it.

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www.linkedin.com/in/henry-anson

Stuart Biddle, Strategic Accounts Director & Head of Sales

BiddleStuart has been creating and delivering support programmes for manufacturing business leaders for over 15 years. At The Manufacturer he is responsible for our strategic client accounts and ensuring they receive the best possible service. You will also find him hosting round tables and focus groups with industry’s leading figures.

Stuart is fascinated by the industry’s people; their creativity, determination, and passion. He is a huge advocate for industry collaborating to mutual success and excited by the opportunities technology can offer.

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www.linkedin.com/in/stuartbiddle

Nick Hussey, Consultant to Nineteen Group

HusseyNick has an Economics degree and an MBA. He was instrumental in the development of The Manufacturer and Hennik Research.

He is now focused on strategic alliances and working with the wider Nineteen Group to generate new revenues streams and seek out new alliances and partnerships.

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www.linkedin.com/in/nicholashussey

Lauren Archer, Head of Projects

ArcherLauren oversees many of the major projects undertaken by The Manufacturer, including the management of the company’s customer data and also contributes to its events operations.

Lauren has a focus on the ensuring the smooth operation of The Manufacturer and is referred to as the glue, which binds the team together.

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www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-archer-tm

Joe Bush, Editor

Joe BushJoe is an experienced print and online journalist with a background in manufacturing, engineering, automation and electronics. Joe heads up The Manufacturer Editorial team and is responsible for content across the publishing portfolio, covering the length and breath of the UK manufacturing sector and the challenges currently being faced including supply chain, digital transformation, sustainability and skills.

He also heads-up The Manufacturer Top 100 Awards which celebrates the best of manufacturing talent. He has previously been editor of a range of industrial titles including Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Industrial Compliance, Automation, Components in Electronics and Electronic Specifier.

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www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-c-bush

Verity Noon, Group Marketing Director
Linh Anh Nguyen, Senior Marketing Manager

Linh Anh NguyenAs Marketing Manager at The Manufacturer, Linh oversees marketing and branding strategies, manages digital campaigns across multiple channels to grow audiences for various prestigious awards and summits,.

This includes The Manufacturer MX Awards, Manufacturing Leaders’ Summit, Manufacturing Digitalisation Summit, SME Growth Summit, and Industrial Data Summit.

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www.linkedin.com/in/linh-anh-nguyen

Ashley Oulton, Conference Production Manager

Oulton

With over 20 years of experience in researching and producing high-impact manufacturing conferences across the globe, Ashley has become a trusted voice in the industry.

Over the past six years, he has been the driving force behind the growth and innovation of The Manufacturer’s events portfolio, shaping thought-leading forums that bring together top executives and innovators to tackle the most pressing challenges in modern manufacturing.

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www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyoulton

Stuart Dacre, Event Director, Smart Manufacturing Week

An experienced events leader with over 15 years’ experience across both B2B and B2C portfolios, Stuart specialises in delivering and scaling commercial event programmes that connect industry communities and drive meaningful business outcomes.

Throughout his career, he has focused on launching and growing exhibition portfolios, building long-term client relationships, and developing strategies that balance commercial performance with audience engagement and customer experience.

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www.linkedin.com/in/stuartdacre

Editorial
James Devonshire, News Editor

James DevonshireJames is an experienced journalist with a background in IT, which provides him with a unique perspective when it comes to manufacturing’s digital transformation.

Having been born and educated in the UK, James moved to the Philippines in 2010, from where he now looks after most of the news on The Manufacturer website and also leads on many of our original research reports.

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www.linkedin.com/in/jamespi/

Tom St John, Multimedia Editor
Marketing
Huyen Tran, Senior Marketing Executive
Chloe Rouse, Senior Marketing Executive

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-rouse/

Bobbi Byrne, Lead Graphic Designer
Chris Allen, Marketing Manager
Ally Gaunt, Senior Marketing Executive

Ally GauntAlly is a a seasoned marketing professional with a knack for spinning multiple plates at once—be it online, in print, or through direct campaigns. She thrives in environments where projects abound, bringing a creative yet strategic approach to every challenge.

Her forte lies in bridging the gap between ideas and execution. Ally has a sharp eye for evaluating and hand-picking top-notch agencies and contractors, ensuring our external partnerships are as robust as our campaigns. Her ability to manage these relationships extends beyond mere coordination; Ally strives to turn every interaction into a thriving, long-term connection.

Operations
Nikhil Kumar, Digital Campaign and Strategy Lead
Jake Tyler, Senior Delivery Executive
Ngan Vu (Emma), Delivery Executive
Sales
Christie Fraser, Business Development Manager
Sam Cain, Business Development Manager
Marcus Geatons, Senior Commercial Manager
Rainer Brittain-Catlin, Commercial Manager
Hannah Quick, Commercial Executive
Elliott James, Commercial Manager

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Elliott James is Commercial Manager at The Manufacturer, leading sponsorship, partnership, and commercial revenue initiatives. He brings extensive experience in B2B sales and account management across manufacturing, energy, and innovation-focused sectors, with a consultative approach focused on long-term value and commercial growth.