Meet the team

We are here to support every artisan who works with us.

Covering the Artisan Collective Membership, The Country Living Marketplace and Our Summer Shows and our Christmas Market.

You can meet the team below...

Luwana bryan

SALES MANAGER

Luwana will be your point of contact for all things sales, from stands at our shows and Marketplace applications to our Artisan Collective membership packages. She can help with approval, rebooking and upgrading, as well as ensuring you make the most of your member benefits.

luwana.bryan@hearst.co.uk

Fiona Qerimi

SALES EXECUTIVE

Fiona works with Luwana covering stand sales, Marketplace applications and The Artisan Collective membership. She can help with sales enquires and is on the look out for new small businesses to join us.

fiona.qerimi@hearst.co.uk

JAMES DAWSON

EVENTS MANAGER

James is your go-to support for event operations and logistics, from stand requirements to exhibitor passes and site information. This includes our summer shows and Christmas Market.

james.dawson@hearst.co.uk

CJ Stromberg

MARKETPLACE MANAGER

CJ is our Marketplace Manager, overseeing the Country Living Marketplace to ensure it’s always filled with fresh, inspiring products. He keeps the store up to date and is on hand to help artisans optimise their online presence and make the most of their store.

sellers@countrylivingshop.co.uk

LUCIE RUTTER

SENIOR MARKETING MANAGER

Lucie manages B2B2C marketing for the Country Living Marketplace and The Artisan Collective across Country Living print and digital, as well as on our sister titles including Good Housekeeping, Prima and House Beautiful.

CARA laskaris

COMMISSIONING EDITOR

Cara looks after our Artisan Collective members from an editorial point of view, always on the lookout for makers and small businesses who could shine in upcoming features. With an eye for storytelling and a passion for craftsmanship, she champions our members’ work across Country Living.

LOUSIE BENSON

PORTFOLIO DIRECTOR

Louise is the driving force behind all things Country Living. As Portfolio Director, she oversees every aspect of the brand - from events and editorial to partnerships and strategy - ensuring that the Country Living spirit continues to inspire and connect our community.

EMMA-LOUISE PRITCHARD

MEMBERSHIPS DIRECTOR

Emma-Louise manages the sales and events team and aims to ensure all Country Living artisans are having a brilliant experience, as well as exploring new and exclusive opportunities for members. 

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