UK Team
We are active across the UK, with a head office in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic town centre and team members in England, Scotland and Wales.
We are active across the UK, with a head office in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic town centre and team members in England, Scotland and Wales.
Office Manager
As Confor’s Office Manager, Ann Stewart is responsible for the input and maintenance of Confor’s accounts, managing office resources, and providing administrative support to national managers. She is also responsible for subscription monitoring and invoicing, and responding to general and administrative enquiries.
Tel: 0131 240 1410
E-mail: ann@confor.org.uk
Membership and Marketing Officer
Eliza works closely with the team to ensure that Members receive the most out of their membership with Confor. She is also involved with marketing, events and member communications.
E-mail: eliza@confor.org.uk
Communications Manager
Eleanor oversees Confor’s communications with the membership and beyond, working to strengthen Confor’s voice and change out-dated perceptions about the sector. She is also the editor of Forestry & Timber News, and coordinates content across this website, our social channels, and associated media.
Tel : 0131 240 1410
E-mail: eleanor.oneill@confor.org.uk
Project Manager
Fiona is responsible for input into several areas of Confor's work. She provides company administration and support to the UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS), as well as being the UKWAS Company Secretary. Fiona provides secretariat and technical support to the Confor Nursery Producers Group, one of Confor's Special Interest Groups; technical support to the Forest Industry Safety Accord, as well as support to Confor’s Board and Safety, Technical and Compliance committee.
Tel : 0131 240 1419
E-mail: fiona@confor.org.uk
Technical Support and Industry Development Support Manager
Richard, who is based in Cumbria, is working closely with Deputy Chief Executive Andy Leitch to further develop and deliver technical services to meet Members’ needs. He is also directly involved in developing and managing projects that aid with the economic development of the sector across the UK.
Email: richard.hunter@confor.org.uk
Project Manager: Timber Transport Forum
Paul supports the Timber Transport Forum in delivering its business plan and provides assistance to Regional Timber Transport Groups across Britain. He also assists Scottish Forestry in delivering the Strategic Timber Transport Scheme in Scotland, which provides grants to mitigate impacts of timber transport in rural communities. Paul works closely with Confor’s DCEO Andy Leitch and other Confor staff.
E-mail:paul.boobyer@confor.org.uk
Policy Officer
Maria is an experienced communications and engagement professional, with a background that includes working for businesses in the forestry and timber sector. Maria works with the Chief Executive and colleagues to raise understanding and support for the sector in political circles across the UK and to develop relationships with key organisations. She is based near Reading, a short journey from Westminster.
Tel: 07884 579215
Email: maria@confor.org.uk