Ian Munro is a seasoned professional in buying and sourcing with extensive experience in the retail and textile industries. As the Head of Programming at Gemporia Partnership since February 2021, Ian specializes in TV shopping and retail strategies. Previously, Ian served as a Soft Crafts Buyer at Hochanda and as a Senior Buyer for Sewing Quarter at Immediate Media Co, focusing on fabric, sewing, and quilting. Ian also held the position of Sourcing Manager at George at Asda, overseeing the sourcing and management of clothing goods, and was a Senior Buyer at Dimensions (MWUK Ltd), responsible for textiles across various sectors. Ian's career began as an Assistant Buyer at Next Ltd and was also marked by entrepreneurship as the Owner of Munro Textile Agency from 2001 to 2012. Ian holds a B-Tec Diploma in Business Studies from Solihull College of Technology.
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Gemporia Partnership
Gemporia Partnership is an employee-owned company that umbrellas Gemporia Ltd, JewelleryMaker, Sewing Street and Yarn Lane. Specialising in genuine gemstone jewellery, Gemporia broadcasts to millions of homes in the UK and also sells gorgeous pieces online. Original, inspiring and ethical, we believe that beautiful jewellery shouldn’t cost the earth, nor should it be mass produced or run of the mill. We passionately believe that jewellery should leave a legacy, for those who wear it and those who help to make it. As the Gemporia family has gone from strength to strength, we have been able to expand our horizons - creating a strong partnership with Jewellery Maker, Sewing Street and Yarn Lane. We have also been able to bring our Gemporia Lifestyle team to your screens as well as Gem Collector. Explore our brands below: www.gemporia.com www.gemcollector.com www.jewellerymaker.com www.sewingstreet.com www.yarnlane.com You can also keep up-to-date with all of our brands on social media.