Lee Manning

Joined Carpenter Oak: 2003

Interview with Lee Manning

If you had to pick one, which is your favourite Carpenter Oak project and why?
Orchard House, because it’s the house Carpenter Oak built for us

When not in the yard, what do you enjoy doing?
Flying high

If stranded on a desert island, which three people would you take and why?
Justin Trudeau, an amazing leader
Alan partridge, because he is my long lost brother
My husband Mike, because I need someone to annoy.

What music do you listen to?
Anything related to Eurovison

What is the best comedy film ever made?
Airplane

What do you enjoy most about working at Carpenter Oak?
The fun of working with great people

Do you have a favourite quote?
‘The role has been re-imagined as not required moving forward’ – W1A

Where is your favourite place in the world?
Dawson City, Yukon, Canada

Biography
Born into the world in 1978, I joined the company in 2003, currently the Company Chairman, I’ve been a director of Carpenter Oak’s finances since 2006. I’m passionate about employee ownership and developing people. We can deliver projects of exceptional high quality without compromising on our principles. I qualified for my Private Pilot’s Licence in 1999 and spent three years serving his local community as a member of the Devon and Cornwall Police Special Constabulary. Serving as treasurer of his local athletics club, I once found myself entering for, training for, and completing the London Marathon. I loved it, but have no idea how I got talked into it and have no intention of ever doing it again! I’m married to Mike, living in Dawson City, Yukon, Canada. We spend much of our spare time coping with one boisterous dog whilst enjoying hiking, rafting, skiing and soaking up the 24hrs of sunshine in the summer.

Contact Lee Manning

44 (0) 1803 731913

lee@carpenteroak.com