Mark is leaving Flair GP after successfully heading up its sales team for nearly nine years and is hoping to stay in the toy industry. 

Mark Ashurst

Mark Ashurst is on the lookout for a new job opportunity in the toy industry, having parted ways with Flair GP after nearly nine years as head of Sales.

A hugely experienced and passionate salesman, Mark has been in the toy industry since February 1996. As a result, he will bring 27 years’ experience to any new role.

Prior to Flair, Mark worked with a raft of toy companies such as Britains Petite, Learning Curve, Hornby and Tomy, working across both the sales and marketing sides of the business at varying levels. He’s also had the opportunity to work with a number of household brands including Ben 10, Turtles, Shopkins, Pokémon, Bob the Builder, Thomas & Friends and PJ Masks, both on a local and pan-European basis.

Having worked across all major accounts on a domestic and FOB basis, and having headed up a team of field sales agents, Mark says he knows what it takes to bring products and brands to market. He explains: “I provide the platform for success by working with all functions of the business, fully accepting that it’s people that make the difference.”

Mark adds: “I’m looking forward to the next sales chapter, where I will be able to utilise the skills and experience gained over the last 27 years to make a positive difference to companies with a diverse product mix of both licensed and own-IP, where toys are at the heart of the business.”

Companies interested in speaking to Mark can call him on 07585 400 586 or email mashurst06@gmail.com.