Our Team
John Southwell
Managing Director
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the logistics industry, John has a well-earned reputation for seeing what others don’t. A specialist in the world of spare parts logistics, he has repeatedly built multi-million-pound businesses from the ground up, proving that an innovative approach and a pragmatic mindset can make all the difference.
John’s creative thinking was evident long before the industry caught up; he was instrumental in developing a “cloud-based” logistics management system over a decade and a half ago, demonstrating a visionary talent for solving tomorrow’s problems today.
As the Managing Director of SPL Unboxed, he’s bringing his unique blend of experience and out-of-the-box thinking to a new chapter, committed to building partnerships that are as effective as they are forward-thinking. In short, he’s the guy who knows how to get it done.
Peter Adcock
STRATEGY DIRECTOR
Peter is an operational leader specializing in digital transformation. With over two decades of experience, he drives efficiency and implements scalable technology solutions across diverse sectors.
His expertise bridges business strategy with technical execution. A hands-on leader, Peter has successfully managed multi-million-pound projects and large teams, delivering results on time and within budget. He is a trusted advisor who combines strategic foresight with a meticulous attention to detail, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
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Julian Webster
Operations Director
Julian is result oriented with a proven track record of optimising complex workflows, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and driving operational excellence across diverse sectors.
He is adept at aligning day-to-day operations with long-term business goals, leveraging system tools and data-driven insights to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
Julian is skilled in leading and operating in multidisciplinary teams, implementing solutions to meet evolving organisational needs.
He is known for a human-centred approach, whether modernising legacy systems or mentoring staff.
Committed to fostering resilient, efficient, and values-driven operations that support sustainable growth.
John Southwell
Managing Director
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the logistics industry, John has a well-earned reputation for seeing what others don’t. A specialist in the world of spare parts logistics, he has repeatedly built multi-million-pound businesses from the ground up, proving that an innovative approach and a pragmatic mindset can make all the difference.
John’s creative thinking was evident long before the industry caught up; he was instrumental in developing a “cloud-based” logistics management system over a decade and a half ago, demonstrating a visionary talent for solving tomorrow’s problems today.
As the Managing Director of SPL Unboxed, he’s bringing his unique blend of experience and out-of-the-box thinking to a new chapter, committed to building partnerships that are as effective as they are forward-thinking. In short, he’s the guy who knows how to get it done.
Peter Adcock
STRATEGY DIRECTOR
Peter is an operational leader specializing in digital transformation. With over two decades of experience, he drives efficiency and implements scalable technology solutions across diverse sectors.
His expertise bridges business strategy with technical execution. A hands-on leader, Peter has successfully managed multi-million-pound projects and large teams, delivering results on time and within budget. He is a trusted advisor who combines strategic foresight with a meticulous attention to detail, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
Linkedin
Julian Webster
Operations Director
Julian is result oriented with a proven track record of optimising complex workflows, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and driving operational excellence across diverse sectors.
He is adept at aligning day-to-day operations with long-term business goals, leveraging system tools and data-driven insights to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.
Julian is skilled in leading and operating in multidisciplinary teams, implementing solutions to meet evolving organisational needs.
He is known for a human-centred approach, whether modernising legacy systems or mentoring staff.
Committed to fostering resilient, efficient, and values-driven operations that support sustainable growth.