Our Team
Laura Pennington, Managing Director
Laura has been working in the recruitment industry for over 15 years, along with this she is a certified coach, NLP practitioner and business mentor. Since taking over Mash Laura has diversified the services pulling on her skills and expertise to create a wider offering to our clients.
When not working Laura enjoys a life in the country with her husband, 2 children and big boxer dog Roxy
Ben Malik, Director of Human Resources
Ben is a Chartered Member of the CIPD and his wealth of HR experience covers private, public, not for profit and charity sectors and a variety of industries including professional services, manufacturing, engineering, technology, defence, education, construction and trades, transport and logistics.
Ben has a passion for training, designing and delivering management & leadership workshops and also teaches CIPD students at a Somerset College. Ben has a down to earth, fair yet pragmatic and commercial approach to HR.
When he’s not working, Ben enjoys life in the west country with his husband,
3 cats (Rod, Jane & Freddie) and his collection of orchids.
Amanda Whitlock, Mental Health & Wellbeing Trainer
Amanda is highly motivated, skilled training specialist and professional presenter with over 6 years career experience in Wellbeing. She is a qualified MHFA instructor and specialises in delivering wellbeing and mental health training and workshops.
In her free time she likes walking her collie through the beautiful Dorset countryside and spending time with her friends and family
Marc Hemmings, Senior Sales & Recruitment Executive
Marc brings a fantastic energy to the Mash team. He started his sales career at the tender age of 16, quickly moving through the ranks, which led to him achieving his goal managing large sales teams. Marc prides himself on his ability to identify his customers’ needs and adapt the products or services to fit what is right for them. Marc’s transparent, honest approach makes him a very well-respected part of the team.
Marc works on a flexible basis within our Mash team to coincide with his full time profession. 2021 is an exciting year for Marc as he is due to become a first time Dad.
Sandie Lehal - Regional Recruitment Director
Sandie is a great asset to the Mash Team! Having run her own successful business in the luxury travel sector, Sandie understands the importance of getting everything right , down to that final detail - and for us, thats all about the people! Working with businesses from London to across the Midlands, Sandies role will entail sourcing the best talent in the region and supplying our clients with a first class service across the board.
Outside of Mash, Sandie lives with her husband and 3 children and can often be found "testing out" 5 star hotels across the globe!