Four evo group colleagues were named in the latest Workplace360 40 Under 40 List, published in the July/August edition of the prestigious trade publication.
Scott Ellis, Business Development Director, Banner UK
Scott Ellis has spent over 17 years in the business supplies industry, all with Banner, part of evo Group. Since starting as a Customer Service Adviser in Banner’s government team in 2008, he quickly made an impact.
Two years later, during the Accord acquisition, Ellis played a key role in managing the smooth transfer of accounts. He became Sales Manager in 2012 and since then has steadily progressed through the ranks.
On 1 June 2025, Ellis moved into a new role as Business Development Director, building on his previous position as Head of Corporate Accounts and solidifying his place in the senior leadership team.
He credits his success to Banner’s ongoing personal and professional support, combined with ambition and adaptability – a mix that continues to drive his career forward.
Shona Patterson, Channel Director – Facilities Supplies & New Reseller, VOW Wholesale
Shona Patterson has 18 years’ experience in the business supplies industry, including over 11 years at VOW Wholesale, part of the evo Group. Her progression from BDM to Channel Director for Facilities Supplies & New Reseller reflects her dedication and leadership.
Patterson is responsible for shaping VOW’s future as a facilities supplies wholesaler and driving new business, most recently leading the New Reseller channel by engaging specialist cleaning and hygiene resellers alongside traditional dealers.
Now heading a team of seven, she holds key positions on the VOW board and evo Senior Leadership Team. Her clear vision and ambition have established her as a vital part of VOW’s growth strategy and earned her recognition across the industry.
Amy Remmer, Account Director, VOW Wholesale
Amy Remmer is an Account Director within the Managed Services team at VOW Wholesale, supporting some of the UK’s largest national dealers. She began her career at VOW in 2011, aged just 18, starting in telesales, which quickly sparked a passion for the industry.
After three years, Amy left to gain experience in external account management across several dealer businesses before joining Lyreco in 2014. There, she sharpened her skills as a field sales representative, crediting Lyreco’s intensive training programme with deepening her commercial understanding.
Amy returned to VOW in 2016 in customer service and in 2021, her enthusiasm for sales saw her move into a Business Development Manager role, followed by promotion to Account Director for the North and Midlands in 2023.
That same year, Amy joined the BOSS Leaders of the Future Committee, driven by a desire to shape the industry’s future. She became co-Chair in 2024 alongside Durable’s James Day.
Laura Hodges, evo & Group Product Marketing Director, evo Group
Laura Hodges began her business supplies career as a Public Relations Executive at Supplies Team Solutions. After nearly eight years and several promotions, she left evo Group as Creative Production and Publications Manager. She then took on a new challenge as Creative Director at Your Event Solutions, delivering experiences for world-leading brands such as Peugeot, L’Oréal and Evri.
Recently returning to the business supplies industry as Head of Product Marketing at evo Group, Hodges quickly forged strong relationships with suppliers and sales teams, boosting sales through product marketing.
She was recently promoted to evo & Group Product Marketing Director, overseeing evo Group, evo Foundation and Product Marketing. Managing a team of nine, Hodges and her team are successfully driving product marketing forward with a fresh perspective.
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