Meet the team

The people behind the scenes

The Company has a very stable, loyal and long-serving workforce with experienced
and technically astute staff holding key roles within the business.

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We believe it should be right first time every time, but acknowledge this is not always the case and how you resolve issues created is as important.
Lee BlytheGroup Operations Director

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We believe if we look after our customers the profit will look after itself, that customer goodwill is difficult to gain but easy to lose.
Tristam OmanGroup Sales Director

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We believe if we wouldn’t have a Roundel kitchen in our own home, then we shouldn’t have them in the homes of our customers.
Martyn ColeGroup Service Director

The Directors

Geoffrey K. Oman

Managing Director

Geoff founded the UK’s first ‘Kitchen Design Centre’ in 1969, after identifying a gap in the market whilst working for a local builders’ merchant. His knowledge and experience in the industry are invaluable to the successful operation and development of the business, as well as an inspiration to the Roundel Team.

Lee Blythe

Managing Director

A young and vibrant Director with a sound knowledge of both Roundel and the sector. Lee’s purchasing background has greatly helped with the implementation of the Company’s strategy and the development of the business.

Tristram Oman

Group Sales Director

Tristram is vastly experienced in the retail kitchen sector. This, together with his strong leadership skills, enables him to effectively direct and manage the delivery of the company strategy.

Martyn Cole

Group Service Director

Appointed to the board in 2019, Martyn’s leadership abilities, coupled with his passion for sustained and scalable organisation, places him at the forefront of the company's service strategy, which underpins continued business growth.

Katharine Oman-Goode

Group Retail & Marketing Director

Appointed to the Board in 2020, Katharine has a degree in Business Studies from the University of Sunderland and is an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. Katharine brings a broad perspective to the business, with almost 20 years management experience across a diverse range of companies and industries, including travel, retail, fashion and aerospace.