Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery Becomes Employee-Owned and Appoints New Managing Director

30 Jun 2025

Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery, one of the UK’s most respected bespoke design-led jewellery companies and business trailblazers, today announced two major milestones: the transition to employee ownership and the appointment of a new Managing Director.

As of 25th June 2025, ownership of the business has been transferred to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for them. The company has been on quite a journey over the last 26 years; from starting at Harriet’s kitchen table, to bringing bespoke to the high street with four studios, pioneering ethical and sustainability practices and winning many accolades along the way. All of which wouldn’t have been possible without their talented team who have helped shape each success. This transition is a logical and exciting step, ensuring the team are now key stakeholders in its future too.

Founder Harriet Kelsall said,

“I am extremely happy about this move- it’s something I have been working towards for a long time. Really, in many ways, our company already runs like an EOT, as there’s long been a leadership structure and collaborative management style. So, the team are looking forward to the next part of the journey.”

Coinciding with this transition, Rebecca Howarth, who became a Freeman of the Company of Goldsmiths earlier this year, has been appointed as the company’s new Managing Director. She will officially take on the role in July, succeeding Tim Alban, who will remain on the board as Marketing and Finance Director.

Harriet Kelsall added,

“I’m absolutely delighted to welcome Rebecca to the board of directors in this significant role. She’s been a brilliant, key part of the strategic leadership team for many years, and this is a well-deserved promotion.”

In her new role, Rebecca will lead the business with a collaborative approach, championing the company’s strategy, employee-owned values, and continued commitment to creativity, ethics, and innovation in the jewellery industry. Of the new role, Rebecca said,

“Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery has been my professional home for over 20 years; I’m thrilled to continue shaping its future alongside our incredibly talented team.”

Harriet Kelsall will remain an integral part of the business for many years to come as Founder-Director and Executive Chair, with no plans to step back or slow down. Alongside this, she continues to serve in non-executive positions, including on the boards of the Intellectual Property Office and the British Allied Trades Federation.

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