Meet Team Hiho: Andrew Ransford
Introducing, Hiho's one and only King of the Road,
Andrew Ransford!
If you’ve visited Hiho at a show, the chances are you’ve met Andrew, our Show's Director.
No matter how muddy the field, long the drive or early the start, Andrew and his shows team are the ones who bring Hiho to you, show season after show season.
From setting up the stand, to welcoming all our wonderful customers,
he’s the friendly face who’s always happy to chat, answer questions, help you find the perfect piece and even repair and polish your old Hiho faithfuls for you!
So why not grab yourself a cuppa (and maybe a cheeky biscuit!), have a read, and get to know Andrew – on and off the road!
GET TO KNOW ANDREW
Andrew, please tell us what your role is at Hiho and how long you have worked of us?
I am Hiho's King of the Road and one of the original founders of the brand, meaning I have been with them since before Hiho (time) began!
During the winter, my role at Hiho is to ensure that Michelle gets all the support with ordering, designing and getting our jewellery made. I also make sure that Hiho keeps up with its supply of Gold Plated Jewellery that I prep and finish myself.
Then, it's a question of planning shows, booking regulars, finding new ones and planning all the logistics that go hand in hand with life on the show circuit.
When I return to the UK in the spring then all of a sudden it's flat out work, 7 days a week, on the shows circuit. I like to ensure the sales team are prepared and happy at all times whilst also playing a huge role in setting up the stands and making sure the jewellery is polished and gleaming every single morning!
Amongst all this, I make sure there is a bit of time for some exercise... and maybe a little fun in the evenings!
At some of the horse trials, we sponsor the 'Best Dressed' during the Trot Up, I do try and find someone exciting and different to judge them each year but I have been known to make a choice every now and again! Hopefully we can keep the Bramham Horse Trials meets Festival theme going this year!!
During the winter, my role at Hiho is to ensure that Michelle gets all the support with ordering, designing and getting our jewellery made. I also make sure that Hiho keeps up with its supply of Gold Plated Jewellery that I prep and finish myself.
Then, it's a question of planning shows, booking regulars, finding new ones and planning all the logistics that go hand in hand with life on the show circuit.
When I return to the UK in the spring then all of a sudden it's flat out work, 7 days a week, on the shows circuit. I like to ensure the sales team are prepared and happy at all times whilst also playing a huge role in setting up the stands and making sure the jewellery is polished and gleaming every single morning!
Amongst all this, I make sure there is a bit of time for some exercise... and maybe a little fun in the evenings!
At some of the horse trials, we sponsor the 'Best Dressed' during the Trot Up, I do try and find someone exciting and different to judge them each year but I have been known to make a choice every now and again! Hopefully we can keep the Bramham Horse Trials meets Festival theme going this year!!
Where in the UK are you based and what do you love most about living there?
Ahh well tricky one, either in a horse lorry (Morag) doing the shows for the summer or in the Southern French alps.
I love the mountains, the sunshine, the space and lack of people when I'm back home in France!
I love the mountains, the sunshine, the space and lack of people when I'm back home in France!
What part of your work do you enjoy most day-today?
Meeting and selling our amazing jewellery to people over the summer months.
What is your go to piece of Hiho for any occasion?
It's got to be the Cherry Roller, having been so involved in its conception and creation.
What does a perfect Sunday in the countryside look like to you?
Getting your heart beating either walking, cycling or skiing!
What's one countryside tradition you love and would never give up?
I’m not sure it’s a tradition, but foraging is the thing I love doing most in the countryside and I’m planning on doing it more and more.
This year the search will start (for the 3rd year!) for the Morel mushrooms!
I’m not sure it’s a tradition, but foraging is the thing I love doing most in the countryside and I’m planning on doing it more and more.
This year the search will start (for the 3rd year!) for the Morel mushrooms!
You're in a bakery, they have every single yummy item you could dream of - what are you choosing?
Our local independent bakery makes an apple tart with a frangipane base and some delicious secret ingredient - OMG.
To die for, especially as they only make it if they feel like it and not all the time!
Our local independent bakery makes an apple tart with a frangipane base and some delicious secret ingredient - OMG.
To die for, especially as they only make it if they feel like it and not all the time!
QUICK FIRE QUESTIONS
Wellies, Walking Boots or Riding Boots?
Walking boots at the moment.
Never have to do gardening/yard chores again or never have to clean the house again?
House!
Spontaneous plans or well-worn routines?
Spontaneous plans
Early starts or slow evenings?
Early Start!
Horses or dogs?
When walking the dogs we always stop to say hi to the horses...
the best of both worlds!
Walking boots at the moment.
Never have to do gardening/yard chores again or never have to clean the house again?
House!
Spontaneous plans or well-worn routines?
Spontaneous plans
Early starts or slow evenings?
Early Start!
Horses or dogs?
When walking the dogs we always stop to say hi to the horses...
the best of both worlds!
Thank you Andrew!
We hope you all enjoyed getting to know our wonderful King of the Road.
Next week another face will dropping into your inbox, you may recognise her voice but you might not know much about her...
See you then!
Team Hiho xx
We hope you all enjoyed getting to know our wonderful King of the Road.
Next week another face will dropping into your inbox, you may recognise her voice but you might not know much about her...
See you then!
Team Hiho xx
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