OUR TEAM
Andrew Godfrey (Managing Director)
Andrew’s career path nearly followed his father’s as a Coal Miner, but instead, he started a Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship on building sites across Wales, once established as a tradesman and after moving to London, Andrew had the foresight and confidence in his skills to start his own business, it is from these meagre beginnings that Godfrey Group as a company developed.
Andrew built on his keen interest in business and resolute eye for market trends, moving the company to a more corporate environment that enabled consistent growth of over 50% annually. Andrew is responsible for the signing and overview of all contracts awarded to Godfrey Group.
Due to company growth and the ability to adapt to client’s needs, Godfrey Group is an industry leader in their field and this has to be accredited to Andrew’s strength of character and leadership.
When Andrew affords himself some time away from the office, his interests are his family and his smallholding, where he can recharge his batteries with his Highland Cattle.
Louisa Godfrey (Director)
Louisa has had a very successful career in Education. She graduated from University 25 years ago with a Bachelor of Education, specialising in Welsh and English.
Louisa taught in Primary schools in the local area for 25 years, progressing to become a Deputy Headteacher and, later, a Headteacher. She was the Headteacher of a very successful Primary School for 15 years before leaving Education to join her husband and daughter in the family business.
Louisa is now one of our company Directors, leading on the design and development of Pool Park Estate.
Louisa also has an interest in promoting wellbeing. She has Diplomas in Trauma and in First Aid for Mental Health. She supports Godfrey Group Employees with their wellbeing and helps to ensure that staff feel happy and supported.
In her spare time, Louisa is happiest when at home. She loves spending time on the family’s smallholding with her children, husband, dogs and horses! She loves being in the kitchen – cooking, baking and entertaining!
Craig Mealor (Head of Finance)
Craig is the newest member of the Godfrey Group head office team.
With over 10 years’ experience in finance, Craig has studied Business & Finance at Bangor University, before starting his career as a practice accountant in the hospitality industry. He has a keen eye for detail, and is focused on the continued growth of the company, while maintaining the strong financial controls and processes.
Outside of work, he can be found out in the local countryside with his family and dog.
Nicky Brown (Operations Manager)
Nicky has 26 years’ experience working across the holiday park industry, with broad operational experience in Housekeeping, maintenance, service delivery and general holiday park management. An eye for detail and drive for continuous improvement
A proven people manager, with experience in managing large teams. With a focus on team recruitment, training, retention, and development. Building strong teams who deliver an excellent guest experience.
Her key focus is to deliver excellent standards, ensure efficient process and procedures are in place. And support our customers with their Housekeeping operations.
Away from work, Nicky loves to spend time with her husband and family at their “home in the sunshine” in Southern Spain or weekends away across the UK.
She also enjoys being outdoors at her allotment, with her 3-year-old grandson where they grow lots of fruit, veg and flowers for the family to enjoy
Melanie Prichard (Payroll Manager)
Mel joined Godfrey Group as our Payroll Manager due to the continued growth and success of the Company. She has over 20 years’ experience working within Payroll and Accounts and therefore will also be assisting Craig in other Finance duties.
As a Payroll Manager, Mel has a strong attention to detail and along with working closely with the managers, she will ensure the utmost accuracy when processing the payroll. Mel is also available to discuss payroll queries direct with the employees and assist them with personal tax queries etc.
Outside of work Mel enjoys sporting activities with her family and loves walking her Border Collie Maggie.
Laura Godfrey-Brazier (Office Manager & Media)
Laura has worked at Godfrey Group for many years in various roles. She has completed work experience in the finance department and she was part of the 2019 team that launched Godfrey Group on a National platform, attending The Holiday Park & Resort Innovation trade show at Birmingham NEC.
Laura is a Business Management Graduate from the University of Liverpool, where she took part in a semester abroad, studying in New York City.
Now part of the head office team, Laura deals with all aspects of recruitment, purchasing, HR and admin for the company as well as running all our social media sites.
Outside of work, Laura enjoys travelling and spending time with family and friends.
Craig Hughes (Site Manager)
Craig has been working for Godfrey Group for over 3 years and due to the continued growth of the business he was recently appointed the Building & Maintenance site manager.
With over 20 years’ experience in the construction industry Craig brought with him a vast wealth of knowledge and experience having worked on new build constructions, house extensions, heritage works and barn conversions.
He leads our Building & Maintenance team on various projects which also includes Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishments and Fire Protection works for a local housing association.
When a new project is undertaken Craig will have a presence on site from concept to completion, ensuring that when the work is signed off as complete it meets the customer’s specification exactly.
Outside of work he spends his time in the countryside with his partner and 2 children.