Our Team

We come from all over. We’ve done many things: scientists in the lab, writers on adventures in Tokyo, fishmongers, sales executives for Science magazine and more. Click on the photos below and see our stories.

Senior Management Team

Brice Agamemnon

Head of Digital Operations

My career has seen me working in three different countries (France, Australia and England) in a variety of roles and industries, including saving elderly or confused people from ruthless salespeople as a sales verification representative and preventing money laundering by running checks in an investment bank. Then I released my inner geek and have been working in the digital world for the past 7 years. Since joining Texere, I have been involved in a number of exciting projects, learning something new every single day alongside a passionate team which is a key part of Texere's strength.

Helen Conyngham

Head of Sales / Publisher

I have 17 years consultative account management experience and developing intelligent solutions for my clients has always been a real passion. Working at Texere is wonderful because of the people! It is truly a joy to part of the fantastic team of first-class media professionals – they are incredibly passionate about what they do. And there isn’t a day that passes by without a laugh!

Marc Bird

Creative Director

I’ve been a professional magazine designer since 2003. I spent several years at London lifestyle magazine Dazed & Confused, before moving to Grand Designs Magazine – the accompaniment to the TV series. After relocating to the North West, I worked for a classical music publisher, Live Nation (theatre division), and took on other freelance projects and ran my own community interest company. There are many great things about working for Texere, but the best probably has to be the freedom to be creative on some fantastic magazines – and the people, of course.

Phil Dale

Financial Director

I studied computer science at university, followed by a master’s degree in maths, before obtaining an accountancy training contract with a large UK firm. I remained in practice for nearly nine years, before making my first move into industry, joining Texere Publishing in August 2014. Working at Texere has really widened my business knowledge; in a vibrant start-up company, I’ve had to get involved in all aspects of the business – not just finance.

Andrew Davies

Chief Executive Officer, Founder

My father was a Ford car dealer; I joined him (and managed to sell cars to my old teachers and headmaster!) With a passion for sales, I moved into advertising, starting in newspapers, and then magazines – first, in music (I met Midge Ure, Peter Gabriel and Lemmy!) before entering the pharma field. I then spent 14 years at Science Magazine, launching its European office. Next, I became Publishing Director at The IET before being headhunted by Advanstar as European Group Publisher of scientific magazines, including Pharmaceutical Technology and LCGC. In 2012, I co-founded Texere Publishing.

Tara Higby

Human Resource Manager

My earlier career was spent working in recruitment nationally and for clients internationally before moving into HR for a successful mail order group and becoming a Chartered Member of the CIPD.  With a passion for HR and people management, I have been fortunate to work across various industry sectors including Telecommunications, Manufacturing and Early Years Education. During my career I have been privileged to work with some exceptionally talented people and my journey continues.  Working for Texere Publishing, a creative, adaptable, and unique business who place their people at the heart of everything they do is exceptional and provides an opportunity for exciting times ahead.

Richard Hodson

Chief Commercial Officer

I have worked in scientific publishing since the early 2000s. Before Texere, I was Sales Director at UBM Advanstar, managing Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharm International brands within Europe. At Texere, I developed and launched The Medicine Maker, using the collective experience within our team to create a refreshingly modern take on media in the pharma industry. I am proud to see what we have achieved in three short years; we’re influencing debate among a rapidly expanding international community, and inspiring creative methods of communication for clients.

Tracey Nicholls

CRM/Compliance Manager

Working within audience development over the years has thrown me into the wonderful world of magazines, events and BPA audits. With industry knowledge ranging from brand licensing and automotive through to 3D printing, ophthalmology and analytical science, who wouldn’t want to be stranded on a desert island with me?! Texere has brought a breath of fresh air to my career – we are a family and I love my job.

Fedra Pavlou

SVP North America & Editorial Director

I’ve been in science publishing and communications since 2000, heading up editorial and writing teams at Datamonitor, Advanstar and KnowledgePoint360 group. I’ve come to realize that you have to respect your colleagues but also enjoy working with them – and that’s what drew me to Texere. In 2017, we expanded our “empire” across the Atlantic, where I now have the enviable task of heading up Texere Publishing, Inc. Outside of work, you’ll find me exploring the wonderful New York culinary scene and “admiring the city skyline” from Manhattan’s rooftop bars.

Katy Pearson

Marketing Manager

I graduated with a degree in Marketing, Spanish & French and headed to The Big Smoke to start my working life. A life in sales wasn’t for me, so I focused my efforts on developing my marketing career. That was back in 2001, and I’ve never looked back, building up a lot of marketing experience on the way before joining Texere Publishing, where I get to work with great people. No two days are the same here – and there is a real opportunity to grow and make your mark.

Tracey Peers

Chief Operating Officer, Founder

I started out at Terry Blood records, which gave me my love of music (I once did a sound check with Motörhead’s Lemmy – he can really sing!). Next, I moved into fashion with Adidas and M&S – both fun and fast paced, but I missed sales and entered the electronics industry, gaining a love of gadgets and fast company cars! Since then, I’ve worked for some of the best journals and magazines in the industry, but now love my role at the fastest-growing STM publisher in the world working with extremely talented and like-minded people. My fellow Texerians are really like family to me!

Rich Whitworth

Content Director

I completed my studies in medical biochemistry in 1998. To cut a long story very short, I escaped to Tokyo and spent five years working for the largest English language publisher in Japan. Carving a career (and simply surviving) in the megalopolis that is Tokyo changed my outlook forever. Back in the UK, I combined an aptitude for words with a fascination for science. I joined Texere on day one in 2012, where I initially spearheaded the launch of The Analytical Scientist. Today, I am proud to have the responsibility of ensuring quality and style of all content across all brands within Texere’s portfolio.