With over 20 years' experience in the FMCG drinks industry and 6 years experience of growing and developing our own award winning brands, let us help you navigate your way through this complex yet rewarding industry. We offer a flexible and affordable range of services and solutions to profitably grow your business.
Since graduating with a business & languages degree in 1999, Fiona has been involved in the drinks industry for Diageo, SAB Miller, La Martiniquaise & Lucozade Suntory. She has worked in senior sales & marketing roles with globally recognised brands Guinness, Smirnoff, Tanqueray, Peroni & Label 5.
Following the birth of her 1st son, Fiona decided to take the leap into self-employment and set up a business support agency, Small Brands; Big Ambition, supporting the growing craft brewing & distilling sector in Scotland. By bringing big brand know-how to small start-up businesses, she helps clients on their journey from concept to launch & beyond, a journey which continues today.
In early 2017, she created the award winning Redcastle Gin recipe, working with Arbroath based distiller Lewis Scothern, and in 2020 formed Toll House Spirits, named after the Taranty Toll House near Brechin, the childhood home of her late mum.
After graduating with a geography degree in 2000, John embarked on a career in banking with the Abbey before moving into people management. After a few years in Belfast, John moved to Edinburgh and began working in people management with Sky. John then amassed over 10 years experience in project management in media, retail, customer services and technology environments whilst working with Sky.
Following the birth of his and Fiona's second child, John joined Fiona in the drinks industry to add his skills and background to help develop Redcastle and Toll House spirits.
As well as a planning background, John also has a background in web design, eCommerce and fulfillment.