Ben Hawksley

Ben Hawksley has extensive work experience in the field of merchandising. Ben most recently held the position of Head of Merchandising at wehkamp, starting in July 2023. Prior to that, they worked as the Product and Merchandising Director at Start-Rite Shoes Ltd from September 2019 to February 2023. From July 2016 to March 2019, Ben worked as the Buying and Merchandising Director at TM Lewin, where they managed various functions and was a key member of the main board. Before TM Lewin, they served as the Director of Merchandise Planning and Distribution at Hunkemöller, where they later took on the role of Director of Merchandise Planning. At Hunkemöller, Ben led the merchandise planning and logistics functions and played a role during the sale of the business. Ben also worked as the Group Head of Merchandising at Moss Bros Group plc and as the Head of Merchandising at Blue Inc and East. Throughout their career, Ben has developed strong expertise in merchandising, strategic planning, and team leadership.

Ben Hawksley attended Haileybury College from 1982 to 1986 for their secondary education. Ben later attended Middlesex University from 1987 to 1990, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts Honors degree in Accountancy and Finance.