Pete Milne, CEO

My role as Chief Excitement Officer (CEO) within Nothing Butt is simple; talk to every man and their dog about us and be the big dreamer. Oh - and lead the team.

I love nothing more than getting out there and networking with others, to spread the word about Nothing Butt and sustainability.

My 3 guiding principles are easy:

  • Be kind
  • Learn from others
  • Be yourself

As an uncle of 3 nephews, I want to inspire them to achieve anything they want and show how everyday choices can make a difference.

When I am not working, I am spending time with my girlfriend building memories, getting out to explore new places or gaming away in my own world. 

One random fact about me, I was once on stage with Sir Ian McKellen (and yes I am a massive Lord of the Rings Fan).

Matt Hepwood, Finance & Operations

One thing I love about Nothing Butt is that everyone is passionate. Sometimes, it can lead to the occasional disagreement but in the end, that creates a better outcome.  Everyone has a voice within the company, which I think is quite rare. 

A big part of my job is sense-checking ideas and decisions.  I want to ensure that we have a sustainable business far into the future because that means we can continue to make a difference. 

I’m pretty sensible in terms of personality, but I also like adventure. I’m at my happiest on a weekend away hiking in the mountains.  

One unexpected fact about me is that I can ride a unicycle, which definitely had nothing to do with misspent time at University!

Hayden Owen, Account Management

As a father of three I think a lot about the kind of world my kids are going to grow up in. I’ve always believed in the saying, “If you can’t control something, don’t let it bother you”. But when it comes to our planet, I know there are things we can control - the small everyday choices that actually add up.

That’s why I became a founding member of Nothing Butt. For me it’s not about being perfect it’s about doing what I can, in a way that’s simple and makes sense. Even something as ordinary as toilet roll can be a step toward a greener future and if that helps my kids (and yours) have a better tomorrow, then it’s worth it.

When I'm not buried in work or children's toys I enjoy getting away from reality, whether it's a hike up the mountains, a ramble through the hills or urban exploring! I love the feeling of being free...and the peace and quiet.

Jess Simpson, Marketing & Communications

From founders to suppliers to partners, my role is to make sure we're saying what we mean & meaning what we say. So that the story we tell matches what lands on your doorstep 525,600 minutes a year.

I am lucky to be able to choose projects I can stand behind & people I can stand beside. That’s Nothing Butt in a nutshell.

My compass is simple:

  1. Work with people you believe in.
  2. Small swaps add up.
  3. My 5 nephews & 2 nieces will have a planet to inherit.

Will bamboo toilet paper solve everything? Absolutely not... and still, choosing better everyday moves us in the direction for good.

If you can't tell, I’m a theatre kid at heart. Showtunes all the way, baby! If your gran’s old cast vinyl lands in a charity shop for £2, I’m the one grinning at the till.