Meet the Team
JAMES
Managing Director
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James works closely with Kate to ensure every detail of your tour is covered. James’s vast experience of operational detail is just one reason why Sweet Chariot stands out as an excellent tour operator.
IAN
Marketing Director
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Ian began at Sweet Chariot in 2000 and now looks after the Spectators & Corporate side of the business, as well as the marketing. If you have a specific request, please email Ian at:​
KATE
Sales Director
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Kate heads up our Sales Team and makes sure you get exactly what you are looking for out of your study or sports tour. She also looks after our overseas agents, and works closely with Sam to give their groups the best experiences.
DEBBIE
Lacrosse Manager
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As a player, England U21 Manager, FIL International Development Committee member, coach and PE teacher Debbie has played many lacrosse roles and is passionate about the game.
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Debbie works closely with James to ensure Sweet Chariot continues to be an expert Lacrosse tour operator.
SIMON
Sales Manager
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Simon is part of the Sales team. Starting with the company in 2006, he is one of the most experienced school travel professionals in the business and looks forward to working with you on your next trip.
PAUL
Sales Executive
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With over 20 years industry experience, Paul has arranged sports tours for senior and prep schools, universities, clubs and professional sports teams to all four corners of the sporting world. After playing rugby and cricket for nearly 30 years, he maintains an almost obsessive interest in all sports, albeit from the comfort of a covered stand or an armchair.
SAMANTHA
Head of Operations
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Heading up Operations, Samantha brings real enthusiasm as well as expertise and always delivers fantastic tours.
CHRISTINA
Operations Executive
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Chris joined Sweet Chariot in 2013 to provide extra operations support and enable continued growth.
PATRICK
Operations Executive
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Patrick joined Sweet Chariot in 2023 and brings a strong tour operations knowledge to the company. Focusing on outbound tours from the UK, Patrick has a wide experience in organising and leading tours across to many destinations, especially in Europe and Jersey. Patrick is a sport lover with football and cricket peaking his interest. He also enjoys short walks with his young dog, Remi The Great.​
LUKE
Operations Executive
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Luke began at Sweet Chariot in 2024 and provides operations support throughout the company. Focusing primarily on incoming tours to Europe and the UK, Luke personalizes each tour to the customer, building itineraries which include the whole of Europe as well as the UK. Luke is a big football fan (soccer!) and has unrivaled knowledge of the sport (according to himself). His favourite country to visit is Germany. ​
KANDARP
Finance Controller
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Kandarp is Sweet Chariot’s finance officer and will be happy to help with any such issues.