John Hall

Chairman

John established John Hall Associates in 1973 as one of the first energy consultancy companies. He is a fellow of the Energy Institute, a member of the Market Research Society and an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply. As the only independent UK consultant to attend all meetings of the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), John is constantly featured in the media as the most respected pundit on global oil affairs.

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Mark Sullivan

Trading & UK Product Development Manager

Mark joined back in 2002 from a commodity based sales background. Developing his energy market knowledge and expertise in the buying team, he moved into an Account Management role in 2005. With responsibilities in marketing and product development, the role saw him work with some of JHA's key accounts, delivering strategic solutions to meet his client’s dynamic requirements. Mark took up the challenge of Director of Buying Services UK in 2008.

Thierry Lesaffre

Head of EU Operations & Product Development

Thierry was recruited to John Hall Associates in 2005 because of his vast experience as a pan - European energy buyer for a FTSE 100 global manufacturing company. Originally a Civil Engineer in his native France, his purchasing career in senior management positions has given him the perfect skills set to head up the JHA European Team.

Martin Stanton

H.R. Manager

Martin joined in the company in 2004. His background is of senior management experience in the areas of marketing, human resources and procurement in blue chip companies.

Jason Durden

Publications Manager

Jason joined the company in 2005 having already spent 4 years in energy consultancy. Having previously traded equity options and FTSE index futures for a London securities house Jason’s brief is to develop a more challenging style and commercial edge to the market reporting and analysis function.

Damien Cox

Head of Market Reports

Following University, Damien worked on the de-regulation of electricity programme at Seeboard. During his eight years at John Hall Associates he has been an integral part of the research function with his prime focus being detailed reporting of markets, bespoke research projects for clients and supporting the analysis and forecasting process that underpins our purchasing advice.

James Hanks

Head Of Price Analysis

James is a key player in developing and improving the ever more sophisticated suite of forecasting techniques which anchor our risk management strategies. A chemical engineering graduate, James employs his specialist statistical and numeric talents at John Hall Associates in helping clients to manage their exposure to risk.