Knowing Me, Knowing You...
Or KMKY as it is now getting known.
This started off as a way of getting new members to know more about our committee and other members and we soon realised that knowing someone is not just about what they do and who they work for or supply - it's about the person. So we compiled a list of more personal questions some to be taken seriously and others er, less so. The answers have been fascinating and give a greater insight to the individual and even though we thought we knew each other very well it has been an enlightening process.
Here, we take just some of the questions and select those with the more interesting answers and we will publish a new one regularly - we hope you enjoy this as much as we do.
Kamla Patel
As a past Chair of The 39 Club and current Madam President, Kam has long be a strong supporter of the club. in the menswear trade she is very experienced, well respected and well liked - and we are pleased to have her around.
She is curently Sales Manager for Gabicci, a role she throroughly enjoys, and thrives on the challenges that she regularly faces. She has been there 40 years and sees the team as her second family.
She has two grown up children, Reena and Tanil, and two grandchildren, one who is nearly 4 and the other is only 6 months old. She says "I am lucky or unlucky depending on how you look at it, as I get to see them a lot as they live nearby in Stanmore, London".
Favourite song?
There are many, but top two would be "Life on Mars" by Bowie and "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin
Something you are particulalry good at?
I am handy at DiY and enjoy it.
Worst habit?
Time keeping - I am often late!
Do you have a Tattoo?
Yes, I have two - A water lilly and a heart with my kids names on it. Not telling you where though!
Most memorable order?
A customer that placed an order for every style, colour and size in our range - it never happened as he was a fraudster!
Fantasy Dinner Guests?
Marilyn Monroe, David Bowie and Stephen Fry - should be an interesting evening!
Favourite chocolate bar?
Ooh - any dark chocolate.
Best Holiday location
Easy, Jordan - the people there were so friendly, and Petra was a breathtaking sight!
Something you don't do well?
Mmm - anything that requires patience.
Favourite film?
Another challenge to narrow down from many - but probably Gladiators and The Shawshank Redemption.
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Nigel is our current Chairman and is married to the lovely Sarah - seen here.
Nigel is 60 years old, lives in Dartford in Kent and owns NP Agency . He has a stunning showroom in Central London and Nigels main brands include:-
A Fish named Fred, Alberto, Ingram, Montechiaro, Milestone & Roy Robson
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Simon has been a passionate supporter and member of The 39 Club for many years and was on the committee until recently.
Simon is 62 years old, married to Joanne for 25yrs and has two children - Mae and George, and lives in Godmanchester. He owns the Heritage Brands Agency.
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Andrew, often known as Andy, worked for almost 46 years in the clothing industry from Jaytex Ltd to the NFL(US), Alpha Industries(US) to Merc., Sportswear and Heritage fashion specialist. Andy is retired now for almost 4 years.
Andy keeps abreast of all the Trade News keenly within The 39 Club, retaining the role of Social Secretary by very popular choice.
Next time you see him - ask about his time in a glam rock/new romantic band The Dumb Blondes....or click below for more..
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For many of us Brian IS Mr Menswear.
With a history in our illustrious trade that goes back several decades, a passion for fashion, an eye for detail and a stickler for doing everything 'right' he is an important, if not vital, member of The 39 Club.
Semi retired now he is enjoying his time either at his lovely home or travelling, and keeping himself busy with the club and his other consultant role as Principal of 135 member strong buying group, IMC.
He describes himself as er, quite shy..
