Introducing the people who make Folksy happen
Have you ever wondered who is behind Folksy? Well, wonder no more! Allow us to introduce ourselves. We are James, Doug, Felicity, Kim, Mel, Clara and Sarah… and together we are Team Folksy!
Based all around the UK, from the North East to the South West, we work remotely, with the glorious sunny city of Sheffield as our hub. Four of us are artists, designers or makers who have migrated behind the scenes to help support the creative community.
Scroll down to read a little more about each of us. And if you want to learn a little more about what Folksy is and why we are so committed to craft, read this article too >
James Boardwell, Founder and Director
Folksy is run by James and has been since it started in 2008.
Inspired by the energy in the craft communities in the UK, North America and Australia in the early 2000s, James wanted to create an uncurated online space where craftspeople could showcase their work and share the story behind their creations and so, in 2008, Folksy was born.
Doug Livesey, Technical Lead
Doug gets to be a geek, programme things, bash bits of technology together and even gets paid for it. He then takes that money and parlays it into a life of reading lots of books, writing and gigging songs, writing horror stories and even, when he’s absolutely certain that nobody else is looking, discreetly embarrassing himself by attempting the occasional poem.
It’s an insufferably carefree existence: he probably skips through flowery meadows, too, although if you read his lyrics and stories you’d think he lived in a howling void swarming with eldritch horrors. If you read his poetry you’d think he was a schoolgirl.
Felicity Forster, Marketing Lead
Felicity, or Flick, is Folksy’s Marketing Lead and the go-to person for all things strategy, campaigns, and communications. She shapes how Folksy tells its story, connects with makers and buyers, and keeps everything running smoothly.
When she’s not championing small businesses, Flick enjoys the countryside life with her young family (and their handsome vizsla!). Before joining Folksy, she spent two years living on a sailing boat exploring the Mediterranean while working remotely – though we’re very glad she’s now firmly grounded at Folksy.
Clara Anganuzzi, Marketing Assistant
Clara is our creative powerhouse behind the scenes, managing Folksy’s social media channels and day-to-day communications with our makers and our buyers. With a keen eye for design and a passion for storytelling, she ensures our online presence always puts Folksy’s best foot forward. Beyond her marketing role, Clara is an accomplished illustrator and author, known for her gentle humour and evocative narratives. Her work, often inspired by her childhood in the Seychelles, brings a unique and heartfelt perspective to everything she does.
Instagram: @claraanganuzzi
Mel Jones, Support Lead
Mel leads our fantastic Folksy support team and is one of the friendly faces you’ll hear from if you reach out for help with your shop or anything on the site. You’ll also find her championing other Folksy makers in the North East as our resident Team Captain for that region.
When Mel isn’t helping you with your queries or balancing her busy family life as a mum of four, she’s an exceptional artist herself designing and making her own cards, gift tags and other accessories. You can find her beautiful makes over on her Folksy shop. Instagram: @meldelcrafts
Kim Onyskiw, Support Genie & Analytics Lead
Kim is a key part of our amazing Folksy support team – she’ll be one of the people you’re speaking to if you contact Folksy for help with your shop or the site in general. You’ll also find her posting in the Folksy Forums and the Folksy Clubhouse on Facebook, where sellers can chat and get advice on their shop and about Folksy.
When Kim isn’t working on support, she spends her time painting and being entertained by her cats and rats. Kim has her own Folksy shop and you can find her on Instagram at @k_onyskiw.
Sarah Duke, Support Genie
Sarah is our newest member of the Folksy support team, but she’s by no means new to Folksy. Sarah is the creative force behind Dottery Pottery, where she crafts vibrant ceramic pieces that reflect her love for nature and playful design. Her experience from her own shop puts her in a great position to help you with your day to day selling and buying activity.
When not assisting fellow makers or shaping clay, Sarah enjoys a cup of tea and a slice of cake – her perfect way to unwind.
Instagram: @dotterypotteryuk
CURRENT VACANCIES
We are not currently hiring. If you would like to register interest in future opportunities at Folksy let us know by emailing the team: support@folksy.co.uk.
Please note that Folksy does not hire through recruiters on Facebook, does not pay in cryptocurrency and does not hire outside of the UK. If you have been approached by someone suggesting this, it is a scam.