ROLF HESS
CEO / Chairman
Rolf has been developing businesses for over 30 years in many sectors including resources, luxury and consumer goods not only in the UK but also in the USA, Asia and the European continent. True entrepreneurship is his handwriting, no doubt. His ability to turn his passions and hobbies into a successful business becomes obvious when looking at the recent developments of Hess Enterprise’s luxury goods and sport brands. Rolf believes there is no limit for his existing brands and projects, and no doubt, future ventures to come.
EMILY EDMONSTONE
Executive Manager
Emily’s professional journey has led her from an upbringing in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of London to her current role as Executive Manager for Hess Enterprises group. Emily’s background has equipped her with a global perspective and adaptability which, along with her innate organisational capacity and confident self motivation, makes her an exceptional and resilient professional.
JACQUELINE KISSENPFENNIG
Executive Board Member
Since graduating from University in Rhode Island, Jacqueline has dedicated her business career to the skincare, beauty, fragrance and luxury industry. With over 26 years as a passionate and committed International Business Development & Marketing Executive Officer, she brings a wealth of experience in managing all stages of growth and expansion of companies. Her expertise includes overseeing commercial contracts, global sales and distribution, marketing & PR, planning and operational optimisation, international integration and a comprehensive knowledge of all matters related to businesses offering opportunities, identifying new sales prospects and driving business growth.
WAYNE GORDON
CFO
Wayne joined Hess Enterprises in August 2023 and has significant experience in the leadership of both public and private company finance teams. Prior to joining, Wayne was Finance Director at Hain Daniels Group, where he formed a key part of the team which successfully delivered growth at both top and bottom line. Wayne developed his skills in the different sectors including luxury sports cars and innovative technology companies in Cambridge. In addition, he has 10 years experience in audit, gained in the business services practice at Deloitte.
ERICA FLORENCIO
Head of Sales
With 20 years of experience in sales and marketing, Erica is a passionate and performance-driven leader who thrives on building effective and distinctive brands that resonate with consumers and drive growth. With a strong passion for fashion and luxury brands, Erica looks to manage, motivate, and mentor a commercially focused team, in a successful result-orientated environment.
STEPHANIE MCGRATH
Vollers General Manager
With over two decades of marketing and business experience under her belt, Stephanie has worked with a wide range of brands across a variety of sectors. She has a real passion for growing brands to the next level and loves the challenge and problem-solving that comes with the process. She loves the creativity that is involved with new product development. She champions UK manufacturing and has fully immersed herself in the world of high-quality, British-made products.
DR KLARA VALKO
Valko Chief Scientist
Dr Klara contributed to the discovery of several therapeutics as a research scientist at Glaxo Smith Kline over four decades. She is a well-cited published scientist, with a strong background in drug discovery, renowned for extensive research contributions, mathematical models for skin absorption, and a commitment to developing innovative skincare formulations for impactful results. Her passion for innovation and a deep understanding of skin biology and groundbreaking formulas that harness the power of nature to deliver peptides and vitamins effectively to skin cells, revolutionising the field of skincare. Dr Klara Valko is passionately dedicated to creating a revolutionary skincare range, focusing on cutting-edge products tailored for anti-ageing, sports performance enhancement, and foot care with exceptional efficacy and is on a mission to utilize her expertise for the well-being of individuals, instilling confidence and enhancing their sense of beauty.
JANINE HESS
Board Member
Janine is an experienced marketer with a strong background and expertise in the service industry, where she has successfully managed marketing campaigns, promotions, events, and online platforms for various brands and markets. Janine is an extremely passionate and creative professional who thrives on delivering exceptional customer service and results. Ready to tackle any obstacle with an open and creative mindset coupled with key strengths such as adaptability and reliability.
NORBERT STOCKER
Board Member
Norbert graduated from SUNY Albany, NY and was a successful investment and private banker in Europe, North America and the Caribbean before becoming an entrepreneur running his own companies in the Middle East and South America developing projects in business consulting, finance, mining and infrastructure. Norbert brings over 40 years of experience in managing small and big projects with a dedication to corporate excellence and integrity.
GARRY MILLER
Board Member
Garry began his career with the original New York Stock Exchange Firm, PaineWebber (now UBS), with all their various related investments; securities, Oil & Gas, stock portfolios, futures, commodities, options, etc. This gave him the experience to join an independent Oil & Gas Exploration and Production Company in the 1980’s in public relations, working with their investing partners on deep and shallow exploration projects, from start to finish. He now dedicates his time and energy as the Enterprise’s point of contact in the US, since 2007.
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