Jonathan Blampied
General Manager

Jonathan leads the energetic team. A shade expert to the core, with an extensive knowledge of shade and benefits.

Jonathan excels at problem-solving and finding the best solution for corporates, small-medium businesses and end-users.

Chris Cashmore
Dealer Development

Chris works with our many re-sellers and dealers throughout New Zealand and Australia.

The fisherman of the team, when he's not supporting our network, he's enjoying the local ocean and all it's bounties.

Craig Maden
Shade Specialist

Craig is the in-house expert on all things umbrellas and is quick to handle anyone's questions, day or night.

Craig is quick-witted, knowledgeable and a constant source of energy in the team.  He enjoys globetrotting to visit his children and grandchildren.

Jennifer Hancock
Shade Specialist

Jennifer is passionate about helping people and improving lives. Jen thrives on using modern technology to ensure people get the right umbrella for their space

Jen's "dad jokes" are unbeatable, making everyone laugh, every day.

Don Winterburn
VP of Sales - North America

Don has expertise in high-end retail, ornamental art and consulting. With this foundation, he supports our North American partners with a focus on hospitality and commercial builds.  

With a keen eye for detail and aesthetics, Don is an avid proponent of shade.

Leilani Pickering
Logistics Co-ordinator

Leilani's critical thinking and relentless positivity is a driving force of getting things done at Shadowspec. She's always ready to solve a problem or put her hand up to help.

Christmas is Leilani's favourite time of year, and in her book, that starts in September.

Talia Bill
Sales Support

Talia has a keen eye for detail and a strong work ethic. She’s always happy to help out customers and the team alike.

Outside of work, she’ll be at the beach relaxing and hanging out with friends. Always quick with a quip or a joke. 

Laura Stanley
Sales Support

Laura's energy and positivity generate an upbeat environment in the office. Laura's out-of-the-box thinking and initiative support the partners and clients she works with. 

Laura is our in-house athlete who enjoys diving and weight-lifting

Lissa McGillan
Customer Services

Lissa has a passion for customer service and brings many years of experience to the team. As a strategic problem-solver, she is always looking to provide a solution for customers.

Lissa enjoys getting back to nature with friends and family and strives to not be too competitive on board game night. 

Shawnee Henry
Customer Services

Shawnee is a natural communicator who is ready to guide customers and clients with their support requests, large or small using her extensive product knowledge.

You'll find Shawnee enjoying her time with friends and family after work with a big smile and some tunes.