EXCLUSIVE HOUSEHOLD STAFF - Key Persons


Clare Houghton

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Personal Assistant
Clare joins as Personal Assistant to the Founder and Managing Director of Exclusive Household Staff, bringing over 25 years' experience from senior PA positions within a prestigious multinational company as well as a large US law firm. As well as providing support to the Managing Director, Clare also assists the Accounts Manager when required and ensures that the Exclusive Household Staff database is maintained at all times. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in April 2017

Dan Harrison

Job Titles:
  • Consultant
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
Dan possesses over 15 years' hospitality and private service industry experience. Dan initially studied Catering at Thanet College, before moving on to work as Footman/Butler at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, followed by the British Embassy in both Washington and Paris. Dan then spent a few years as the Private Butler to a high-profile Swiss family serving royalty and highly esteemed guests all over the world. Prior to joining Exclusive Household Staff, Dan was the General Manager for over 6 years of a family-owned Boutique Seaside Hotel and Restaurant in Kent. Dan manages all Permanent Butler positions. Dan also manages the Temporary desk alongside Emily, our Junior Consultant. They specialise in offering temporary high-calibre private staff. The service extends to Housekeepers, Butlers, PAs, Domestic Couples, House Managers, Gardeners, for short term needs. With a focus on excellence, Dan ensures that clients receive skilled, experienced professionals to manage household needs or enhance private events on a temporary basis. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in November 2022

Daniela Hristova

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Company Housekeeper
Daniela has a long and distinguished career spanning all areas of the Housekeeping field. Having grown up in Bulgaria, Daniela has spent the past 16 years working and living in the United Kingdom within different UHNW households. Daniela has an accomplished background in Superyacht Housekeeping as well as Private House Management and is experienced in serving esteemed high-net-worth individuals in both private and commercial realms. Her roles have allowed her to travel and gain expansive knowledge, which she is excited to be bringing to her Company Housekeeper role. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in July 2024

Debbie Nolan

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Senior Consultant
Debbie joined Exclusive Household Staff with a wealth of PA experience spanning many years. After working for the Chief Executive of a financial company and then raising her family, Debbie joined a prestigious Private School working there for 10 years. During this time, her knowledge & experience helped build strong relations with staff, pupils and guardians, ranging from the Pre-Prep department, through to Boarding House. Debbie manages Private PA, Executive Assistant, Domestic Couple, House Manager, Chief of Staff, and Estate Manager roles. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in October 2020

Donna Allsworth

Job Titles:
  • Consultant
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
Donna studied Hospitality and Professional Cookery at Thanet Technical College before going on to cook in renowned kitchens including the RAC Country Club on the Epsom Downs. She has experience in many facets of Hospitality from managing a Catering business to working as a Nanny/ Housekeeper within Private Households. Donna's life experience, eye for detail, and ability to engage with people allow her to work alongside clients and candidates seamlessly. Donna manages both the Permanent and Temporary Private Chef Desk as well as the Exclusive Nannies. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in May 2022

Emily Hughes

Job Titles:
  • Consultant
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
Emily joined Exclusive Household Staff as part of our office team to support our Consultants with all general office tasks. Emily has now progressed to the position of Consultant and works alongside Dan managing the Temporary Desk, specialising in offering high-calibre temporary private staff. The service extends to Housekeepers, Butlers, PAs, Domestic Couples, House Managers, Gardeners, for short-term needs. With a focus on excellence, Dan and Emily ensure that clients receive skilled, experienced professionals to manage household needs or enhance private events on a temporary basis. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in July 2022

Emma Twyman

Job Titles:
  • Account Manager
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
Emma brings over 23 years of experience in the accounting and administration fields having worked for a major blue chip company. She joins EHS in the position of Account Manager working alongside John, Stephanie and Hayley in an accounts and administration capacity. Joined Exclusive Household Staff September 2021

Isabella Field

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Senior Consultant
Isabella joined Exclusive Household Staff as part of our office team working solely on Temporary placements. Isabella has now progressed to the position of Senior Consultant overseeing permanent roles. With her impeccable administration skills and direct mentoring by the Managing Director and Recruitment Director, Isabella is able to deliver an efficient and professional service to all clients and candidates. Prior to her arrival at EHS, Isabella gained notable experience in the hospitality sector, acquiring an essential understanding of customer service. Isabella manages Housekeepers, Housekeeper/Cooks, Head Housekeepers, Lady's Maids, Housemen, Handymen, Gardeners, and Chauffeurs. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in March 2018

Jacqueline Townsend

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Strategic Business Advisor
After a fulfilling ten years with Exclusive Household Staff, most recently as Recruitment Director, and seventeen years as a Senior Consultant recruiting for private households, Jacqueline has now taken the step to retire. She has many projects in mind for her retirement in Lancashire, one of which being a Strategic Business Advisor to EHS as, and when called for.

John Pettman - Founder, Managing Director

Job Titles:
  • Founder
  • Managing Director
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
As Managing Director, John controls and oversees every aspect of the Exclusive brand including Exclusive Household Staff, Exclusive Nannies, and the Exclusive Butler School. John's full profile can be seen in company background. Founded Exclusive Household Staff in May 2012

Mark Moynan

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Company Butler
Mark is employed permanently and exclusively by EHS, meaning that he is available to be booked for all short term temporary assignments in the UK and Overseas. Full profile and details of how to book Mark can be found at book a butler. Mark can be contacted directly at butler@exclusivehouseholdstaff.com Joined Exclusive Household Staff in November 2016

Megan Tutt

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Project & Training Coordinator, Exclusive Butler School
Megan joins our team specifically to look after the Exclusive Butler School, coordinating all aspects of the 2-Week Butler Course and Bespoke Training. In addition, Megan will be managing and running the Butler School social media platforms. Megan graduated from the University of Kent after studying Media and Communications. During her studies, she gained a wealth of knowledge, and is looking forward to applying it to The Exclusive Butler School helping to continue the development of our worldwide brand. Before joining us, Megan travelled worldwide competing in a Unique Equine sport at an international level where she was lucky enough to represent England for 7 consecutive years and attend Her Majesty the Queen's 90th Birthday at Windsor Castle. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in November 2023

Morgan Kinch

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Office Administrator
Morgan joins Exclusive Household Staff as part of our office team, alongside Emily in supporting our Consultants. After achieving her Science Diploma at Canterbury College, Morgan wanted to explore and gain knowledge from the recruitment sector with the aim of becoming a Personal Assistant in the future. Morgan has previously worked within hospitality and has been part of the Royal Air Force Air Cadets as a Corporal and Kent Police Cadet. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in September 2023

Nason Claricoat

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Company Chauffeur

Paul Pritchard

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Project & Training Manager
Paul is our Project and Training Manager. With a 25 year hospitality career spanning the Private, Luxury Hotel, and Corporate sectors, Paul brings unique and varied experience to The Exclusive Butler School. After 4 years with the British Royal Family as Senior Footman, he went on to hold Head Butler and Household Manager roles with UHNW families, and at two of London's most prestigious hotels, Claridge's and The Dorchester. Leaving London in 2019, he was Operations Manager for an award winning boutique hotel in Sussex, before joining Saga Ltd, as their Head of Front of House, overseeing their Catering, Events and Front of House multi-site operations. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in March 2024

Roxie Vella

Job Titles:
  • Consultant
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
Roxie has over 10 years' experience working in private households as a Nanny/Housekeeper looking after new-borns through to teenagers. Having two children of her own, Roxie knows first hand how important it is to get the right childcare, and brings with her a wealth of knowledge from understanding the family's needs to finding the perfect fit for the candidate. Roxie works alongside Isabella on the Housekeeping Desk, as well as assisting at Exclusive Nannies when needed. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in November 2021

Sonny Tong

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
  • Office Administrator
Sonny joins Exclusive Household Staff as part of our office Administration team alongside Emily and Morgan. After achieving his Joinery/Carpentry qualification at Building Crafts College in London, Sonny wanted to explore the Recruitment and Business sector with a view to gain experience and knowledge in Marketing, Communication, and Customer Service. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in November 2023

Stephanie Defeu

Job Titles:
  • Accounts Administrator
  • Member of the Exclusive Household Staff Team
Stephanie graduated from Kent University and spent her early years in the bridal industry before working within office management for the past few years within the Recruitment sector. Stephanie processes company invoices and deals with all company accounts. Joined Exclusive Household Staff in May 2012