Jade joined the Funeral Industry in 2013. Her background in healthcare as a nurse, with A&E and cardiology experience, has helped mould her naturally analytical and precise leadership style. She trained as a funeral director , gaining the nationally recognised NAFD Diploma in Funeral arranging, for which she was awarded the highest marks in the whole country. In 2017, Jade joined the family business while pursuing a Masters in Business at Warwick University, again earning one of the highest marks with a distinction. Since being appointed as Managing Director in 2020, Jade has won the company a grant worth £1M, launched 5 new vehicles, introduced new processes and systems, all of which have led Wilcox to claim the International Quality Awards in 2022. Jade has also recently been selected as a finalist for the National Business Women’s Awards 2022. Jade is devoted to her family both at work and at home.

Leila, Paul Wilcox’s daughter, joined the company after founding and running her own businesses. With expertise in PR, marketing, and international sales, she drives creativity, innovation, and exceptional customer service. She also leads business development, staff wellbeing, and global expansion—alongside managing Wilcox’s resident work dogs, Lulu and Rose.

Daughter of Peter Wilcox, Penny joined the family business in January 2024, after gaining valuable skills through diverse roles, including COO, MD & FD.  Penny is poised to continue her Father’s legacy, bringing a fresh perspective, both financially & operationally, to modernize the family business.  Outside of work, unsurprisingly, Penny has a passion for cars and, as her Father did, enjoys nothing more than spending time having fun with family and friends.

Louis has a holistic understanding of the exigencies of the funeral industry. In 1991, Louis adopted the role of a Funeral Director. Seven years later, he joined his father Peter at Wilcox Limousines as a sales representative. In 2011, Louis took on the role of Sales Director. Louis is a passionate car enthusiast, and can be found at car shows on the weekend.

Paul Wilcox, winner of the 2022 SEIB Lifetime achievement award, followed his brother Peter’s footsteps joining the family business in 1971, and jointly taking the reins from their father Bill. Paul started in sales and marketing, progressing to CEO and is currently Chairman of Wilcox Limousines. Similarly to his nephew Louis, Paul is a car aficionado: he appreciates renovating classic vehicles and bestowing them a second life. When he is not in boardroom meetings you can find him sailing with his wife.

In 1999, Geraint took on an electrical apprenticeship with a company building double decker buses. Alongside his apprenticeship, Geraint went to college where he studied city and guilds in digital electronics, maintenance electrics and high voltage installation. In 2007, Geraint joined Eagle Specialist Vehicles (Now owned by Wilcox Limousines) as an Electrician / Mechanical fitter. Over the years, he worked his way up to Development Coordinator, Aftercare Coordinator and now is Production Manager. With his many years of experience, Geraint took on the biggest challenge of his career, to develop new higher quality vehicles using original methods cutting down the processes of building vehicles to half the time.

Matthew Foster, a true Wilcox veteran, has been with the company for an impressive 20 years! His journey at Wilcox began at the Northampton site, where he honed his skills as a metalworker. Matthew’s dedication and talent were quickly recognized, leading him to progress from metalworker to charge hand, and ultimately to body in white manager. Now, he takes the helm as the Head of Northampton, overseeing the entire site’s operations. Outside of work, Matt enjoys the thrills of shooting, fishing, and cheering on his son as he dominates on the rugby pitch.

Tina Brown, our Finance Controller, keeps Wilcox’s financial house in order. Joining us in November 2018, Tina has dedicated her expertise solely to the finance department. When she’s not crunching numbers, you can find Tina socialising with friends, hitting the gym for a workout, or tending to her beautiful garden or belting out a tune. She recently celebrated a milestone birthday by reaching the grand old age of 60!

Tim Ocean brings a wealth of experience to his role as Southern Sales Manager. A veteran of the Royal Navy Submarine Service, Tim’s service instilled in him a strong sense of discipline and a strategic mindset. He then broadened his horizons, spending five years in Brazil teaching English, developing his communication and adaptability skills. Upon returning to the UK, Tim entered the financial world, working for Mercedes Benz Finance, gaining valuable business acumen. He later transitioned into the IT sector, working with both software and hardware. However, Tim’s true passion lies with motor vehicles. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys hiking, but his heart belongs to the automotive world. A self-confessed “petrolhead,” Tim loves everything car-related and enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge with others.

Like many of the Wilcox family members, Neil followed in his fathers’ footsteps and joined Wilcox Limousines in 2022. Neil is now the Northern Sales Manager for Wilcox.

Gemma brings a meticulous approach and a genuine care for people to her role as HR and Finance Admin. While her workdays are focused on the important details of administration, her leisure time is split between two passions. An avid reader, Gemma impressively completed 65 books last year, showcasing her love for literature and continuous learning. She also finds joy in the outdoors, frequently spending time at the beach with her playful Cockapoo, Poppy. This blend of intellectual curiosity and appreciation for nature makes Gemma a well-rounded and valued member of the team.

As a multilingual marketing expert, Leila joined the Wilcox team in 2018 as a Translator. Over the years, her role has blossomed to cover all aspects of marketing from strategising to building websites. Her background in Business Administration focused on Marketing and International Political Economy has boosted her great market awareness, creativity in creating campaigns, and rich interpersonal skills. Particularly, she thrives in event organisation and videography. Her love for adventure has exposed her to diverse cultures she derives inspiration from.

Trish McDonnell brings a wealth of experience and infectious enthusiasm to her role as Sales Executive. Joining Wilcox in 2024, Trish arrived with over 13 years of industry knowledge, quickly becoming a key account manager for some of our largest customers. Her friendly and helpful approach ensures clients receive top-notch service. In her free time, Trish enjoys socialising with friends, often sporting one of her many fancy dress costumes, or embarking on mini-adventures with her small dog.

Shanon joined the Wilcox team in 2024, bringing with her a diverse background in customer service and administration. Before Wilcox, she served her community at a local funeral home, where she began her career as a Hearse and Limousine driver.This experience instilled in her a deep understanding of empathy and the importance of attention to detail. Shanon later transitioned into an administrative role at the funeral home, further developing her organisational skills and her ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Outside of work, Shanon enjoys relaxing with a good book, exploring the outdoors with her dog, and nurturing her creative side through arts and crafts projects with her daughter.

William, known as Bill was born in Bracknell in 1919 and showed an entrepreneurial flair from a young age. A natural born sales man his first job was a Hot & Cold Man which in those days was a tough sales job for a 15 year old.