The Team

Max Gates - Fleming

Director / Founder

Using what he learned from a background in theatre Max always keeps the audience in mind, creating memorable events that stand out. His people skills keep people motivated and enthusiastic - although the cause does a lot of the hard work for him on that front! Max keeps Stitch moving  forward by developing new ideas/projects and turning them into a reality.

Frederick Mann

Director / Founder

Fred is a professional fine artist and designer, with experience in photography and film. In using his knowledge of the art world he has gained valuable insights and networks benefitting any project he gets involved with. His love for the environment has driven this project and encouraged many ambitous characters to work for this worthy cause.

Pips Taylor

Pips has extensive experience in the media world. She has presented for many festivals, award shows and art/fashion events. She is also a producer and has worked for companies such as Endemol. Her versatilty and personality allows her to be a fantastic asset to anyone lucky enough to have on board.

Chris Kazolides

Chris comes from a contemporary art background and has been working in the film and music production field for the past 4 years. Now running a multi-media studio company based in London. By profession he is an offline studio film and sound editor.

Clarissa Hutchinson

Having gained a 1st Class Degree in Genetics from Edinburgh Clarissa has persued the Medical and research path and maintained an avid passion for the environment. Using her knowledge of charities and organisations, including the arts, her skills are of huge value to Stitch.

Fred Lower

Fred studied History at Durham University and graduated in 2010. He has experience in sales and business. He now works in Finance as well as Stitch.  His skills include pitches and negotiating, mathematics, and a talent for building relationships.

Ottilie Windsor

Ottilie is currently managing a charity for the Mayor of London. She has a background in the creative third sector with a focus on events, PR and management. Her knowledge in the PR world and art sector is invaluable to Stitch.

Charlie De Rivaz

Charlie has long been an art-loving environmentalist, with a career trajectory that includes environmental think tanks, photography, and a philosophy festival organisation. With a degree from Cambridge her knowledge and experience is extremely valuable to STITCH.

Helena Dickie

Helena is currently working as an agent for classical musicians, doing everything from PR and promotion, to contracts and logistics. She started up State-of-the-Art in 2009 – a project to give young artists a platform for their work and to raise money for charity through an exhibition and auction of their work at the Royal College of Art.

Markella Koniordou

Having completed her graduate & postgrad studies in Biology at UCL, she now following a research career/path. Her experience in the academia and research skills as well as her eagerness to make a difference makes her a vital part of the team.

Charlie Griffs

After studying politics at University and with excellent networks across all boundaries her expertise and people skills are of great importance to Stitch.

Catherine Loewe

Loewe Contemporary

Whilst developing her artworld experience in the 80's at Christies and Waddington Galleries, Catherine curated a series exhibitions in gallery and non-gallery spaces. She consolidated her experience at the Anthony d'Offray Gallery and Flash Art Magazine and served on the acquistion committee of the Patrons of New Art, Tate Gallery. Now curating Stitch's Art for the Earth exhibtion/auction she is a huge asset to the team, providing fascinating insight, extentisive knowledge and invaluable  experience.

Charlie Watson

Charlie is a conservationist, responsible business advocate and photojournalist. Having worked on sustainability projects in Guatemala, Chile, Ecuador, Honduras, Costa Rica, Mexico, India & Vietnam with UK based NGO Rainforest Concern and US based Rainforest Alliance, he has seen the good, the bad and the ugly sides regarding our impact on the planet. The focus of his work with these organisations has been around giving communities and poorer people around the world the tools and tecniques they need to thrive and to live in harmony with nature.

Vinnie Saujani

Having travelled and worked in many different countries, Vinnie thrives when discovering new cultures and environments. He's hoping he is able to use knowledge and contacts across the industries to help boost Stitches awareness and future projects.