Please scroll down to meet the team at Sweet Temptations
Colin Levene
Founder and Managing Director
Colin founded Sweet Temptations in 1994 and since then has established the company as a leading provider of promotional confectionery in this highly competitive sector. Playing an active role in the industry, Colin took his seat on the BPMA board in 2004 which in his own words was "To give something back to an industry that has been so kind to us".
Colin takes a great deal of pride in the 'can do' approach, innovative thinking and service culture that his team deliver on a daily basis to Sweet Temptations' customers.
JJ Ali
Account Manager
Having gained many years of experience in the sales industry, JJ joined Sweet Temptations in 2008. Now committed to bringing his knowledge of sales into the confectionery sector, a willing and wanting to please attitude will ensure a professional and caring manner.
Gary Bucci
Account Development Manager
Focusing on developing existing and new trade business, Gary joined Sweet Temptations in the summer of 2007 bringing with him a wealth of industry experience gleaned from 6 years in the promotional sector. Passionate about the business, Gary prides himself on delivering the highest levels of service and support with a personal touch that inspires those around him.
Monika Cieplinska
Designer
Monika joined Sweet Temptations in 2008. Having studied art & design for 8 years, she moved into the industry in 2005 to work with Claire on product development and graphics for the gift market. Monika is suitably placed to keep the company at the forefront of design, both in the area of bespoke gift, and promotional confectionery. Monika’s graphic design skills enable Sweet Temptations to visualise any product/promotional concepts to a very professional standard.
Anne Hancock
Marketing & Publicity Co-ordinator
A well known figure in the promotional marketing sector, having spent many years as an integral member of the BPMA, Anne plays an important role in working closely with the Sweet Temptations' team and their suppliers to maximise the opportunities available to the business. With a substantial network of industry contacts, Anne is well placed to keep Sweet Temptations at the forefront of developments within the industry, ensuring that all opportunities are maximised for the business.
John King
Account and Design Manager
Brought on board at Sweet Temptations in 2003 having worked with Colin in other areas of business, John is well known for his creative approach and ability to think 'outside of the box'. A winner of the prestigious BPMA 'Make It Happen' award in 2006 John is an ambassador of innovative thinking. Multi-lingual and passionate about delivering creative solutions there is no limit to his insight into what promotional confectionery can do for his customers.
Karen Lancashire
Account Manager/Food Service Manager
Karen has been with the company since 2005 and alongside working closely with Colin on special projects, manages customer accounts within both the promotional and food service sectors. A well known face within the industry Karen is renowned for her ability to turn her hand to any challenge, keeping a cool head in the most demanding of circumstances.
Claire Medlycott
Product Development Director
Claire joined the Sweet Temptations team in 2008 having gained over 20 years experience in the industry designing and developing gift products for the major High Street retailers in the UK. The addition of Claire to the company adds a new dimension to the food and confectionery products Sweet Temptations can offer to the gift industry. Claire and Monika work together to offer the complete gift design package from initial product conception and packaging, through to graphic design.
Judy Pearl
Chief Accountant
The latest addition to the team, Judy joined Sweet Temptations in early 2008. Judy takes care of all things financial for the business and brings with her a wealth of experience to ensure the smooth running of all incoming and outgoing financial affairs.
Paula Weymouth
Sales Co-ordinator
A long standing member of the Sweet Temptations' team, Paula has been with the company since 1999. As the frontline contact for the business Paula mixes an approachable demeanour with a no nonsense approach to delivering results, providing the team with an unassailable resource to get the job done. Nothing fazes Paula and with her cool head, thrives on the daily challenges that come her way.
