Meet Our Team

Lee opened FASTSIGNS St Albans at the end 2020, just as we (rather optimistically) thought the pandemic was going to end in time for Xmas.

With 27 years of printing experience, including 17 years of running his own photographic and digital printing business. Lee has a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the industry and works with the team on client consultations and in production.

Favourite part of the job

It’s great to get an insight into other local businesses, meet the people and really understand what we needed to deliver for their brand. I enjoy being part of a project from consultation & design, through to build & completion. Learning new skills is essential for me and I’m a bit of a techie when it comes to new materials and machinery.

Hobbies & Interests

When he’s not working, Lee loves running, eating and has a dab hand on the BBQ.

Michelle joined the FASTSIGNS St Albans team in May 2021 on the design and production side of the business. Having owned her own signage company in South Africa for 11 years, she brings along a wealth of experience and knowledge. Michelle enjoys creating, designing and transforming clients ideas and bringing them to life. All while adding her spontaneous and creative niche to each project she creates.

Favourite part of the job

I love the balance between being creative but still being able to get my hands dirty behind the scenes in production and seeing the final product come to life, no two jobs are ever the same. Everyday I learn something new, expanding my knowledge in the industry even though I have been a part of it for so long. I love working as part of a close knit team because we all have the same values at heart.

Hobbies and interests

I am a die-hard Manchester United fan, football being my first love. I have two beautiful furkids named Beckham and Blu who I brought with me from South Africa. I love all things sweet, singing and playing guitar and I am always up for a good laugh (if I could marry Mr Bean I would). I enjoy spending time with my family and bestfriend during my down time.

Mark joined FASTSIGNS St Albans at the beginning of April 2021 on the Sales & Business Development side of the Business. Having worked in Sales and Business Development for the past 20 years, with the last 5 years being in the sign industry at the Watford and Kingston upon Thames branches, before joining the St Albans office. Mark enjoys meeting & engaging with clients and prospective clients face to face to discuss projects and propose solutions. Building long-term relationships based upon trust, great service and quality products, is a key focus for Mark.

Favourite part of the Job

Site visits and meeting clients and prospective clients, getting to know their business and their people so that we can work together to create products that increase their brand awareness and add value. No one project is the same, so that makes each project unique. Working as part of a team is something I really enjoy, being able to bounce ideas and solutions off one another.

Hobbies & Interests

Quality time with family, watching my two sons playing rugby & football on the weekends, walking the dog with my wife, I am a football referee, watching all rugby on the TV, and BBQ’s ….coming from South Africa we even BBQ (or braai) in winter!!!

Maki is a Poodle / Bichon mix (Poochon) and joined the team in January 2021 when he was just 12 weeks old. You will generally find Maki in the office 2 to 3 days a week where he provides general bin patrols and a wonderful meet and greet service.

Favourite part of the Job

Going for a lunchtime walk and taking long naps for most of the day. I really love the occasional zoom around production chasing one of my toys or nudging people if I’m not getting any attention.

Hobbies & Interests

Maki loves long walks, chasing a ball, and treats. Come rain or shine Maki is always loving life!! He loves getting muddy and dislikes going to the groomers.