Meet the Team

Christopher Beckett

Christopher Beckett

Managing Director

Chris joined the family business in 1987, having worked both in, and trained, with industrial valuers and auctioneers in London.

Chris worked with his father Douglas to further develop his skills, resulting in always looking forward to conducting the next auction.

Chris is married with 3 children, enjoys food with friends, and loves his Springer Spaniel almost as much as his bicycles!

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Damian Thomas

Damian Thomas

Marketing & Design

Damian has been with EAMA since 2007; originally driving the vehicles through our saleroom as a part-time job, while studying at University.

After acquiring his degree, Damian stayed on at EAMA, where he now handles everything from design, to marketing, to technical development.

Outside of EAMA, Damian has keen interests in property development, investing, snowboarding, and Formula 1.

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Ella Kavanagh

Ella Kavanagh

Operations Manager

Ella has worked for EAMA since September 2017, following her completion of A-Levels in Psychology, Sociology, and Business Studies.

She is our Operations Manager, handling a bit of everything; often found surrounded by a mountain of paperwork!

In her spare time she enjoys socialising with friends and family, shopping, and holidays.

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Kevin Topping

Kevin Topping

General Manager

Kevin is our longest serving employee, having worked at EAMA since 1977! As General Manager, Kevin is responsible for the day-to-day running of the whole operation.

When not at work, Kevin enjoys spending his time down the coast in his holiday home, enjoying a bottle of wine, and walking his dog Ruby on the beach.

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Stephen Gowing

Stephen Gowing

Business Development Manager & Valuer

Stephen is relatively new to the team, joining us in May 2024. Prior to this, Stephen worked for Audi for over 14yrs, starting out as an Accredited Sales Executive, and finishing up as an Accredited Sales Manager.

Stephen studied at Norwich City College, straight from school, where he went on to have a 21yr career as a domestic electrician... before entering the motor industry. Stephen brings a wealth of motor dealer experience, along with a great business-to-business and people skillset.

In his spare time, Stephen loves spending time with his beautiful wife Jac, and two amazing children, Olivia and Oscar. All of which make him proud on a daily basis. He loves anything football, especially England, and manages a local Sunday team in the Norwich Sunday Premier Division.

Then there is Matilda, his gorgeous 6yr old Weimaraner, whom he tends to cuddle on the sofa more than his wife!

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Nicky Baldwin

Nicky Baldwin

Office Administrator

Nicky's connection with EAMA is, as well as professional, a family one too. Consequently EAMA has always been intertwined with her personal life, as well as her working life. Nicky has worked in the business since 1994, encompassing a number of roles.

Away from work, Nicky enjoys driving her 1953 MG classic car, skiing, tennis, walking, socialising and cooking, as well as travelling and eating out - one of her favourite treats is a traditional Afternoon Tea!

Nicky is married and has two daughters.

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Jo Broughton

Jo Broughton

Accountant

Jo has been with EAMA since 2016. Prior to that she spent over 10yrs in the marine industry for a large, family-owned business on the Norfolk broads.

In her spare time Jo enjoys competing her horse at showjumping, cross-country, dressage, and long distance rides. She then devotes the rest of her waking hours to being a cat slave to 'Cocobean' and 'Boubies'!

Jo believes that challenges make life interesting, but overcoming those challenges makes life meaningful. Be grateful for something every day.

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Tristram Belemore-Smith

Tristram Belemore-Smith

Auctioneer & Valuer

Tristram has been with EAMA since 2009 and is one of our experienced auctioneers. With over 25 years in the motor industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the role.

Specialising in classic cars, Tristram has a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the history and craftsmanship behind every vehicle that crosses the auction block

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Rebecca Pritchard

Rebecca Pritchard

Office Administrator

Rebecca has worked with us since 2013, and is a valued member of the office team; dealing with customers, and all that lovely paperwork.

'Becks', as she prefers to be called, is married, has 3 girls, and their dog Max. Becks likes running (occassionally) as a hobby, and loves to spend summer weekends and holidays visiting places with her family.

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Stuart Baggott

Stuart Baggott

Business Development & Valuer

Stuart is one of the newest members of our team, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a deep passion for craftsmanship and customer care. After spending over 20 years self-employed, handcrafting bespoke kitchens, Stuart decided it was time for a new adventure — one that aligned with his lifelong love of cars.

“From the moment I met Chris and the team at EAMA, I knew I’d found my happy place,” Stuart says. “There’s such a strong emphasis on genuine customer service here that I instantly felt right at home.”

No two days are ever the same for Stuart. One of the things he enjoys most about his role is the opportunity to travel across East Anglia, meeting a diverse range of businesses and private clients. Stuart thrives on building connections and helping people find and dispose of any type of vehicle.

Outside of work, Stuart lives in Oulton Broad with his partner Krissi and their three children. A true motorsport enthusiast, he loves anything with an engine — from race cars to motorcycles. When he’s not out on the road, you’ll often find him riding mountain bikes, enjoying live music, or discovering great food, both at home and while dining out with family and friends.

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Ben Kinder

Ben Kinder

Vehicle Operations Manager

Ben has been part of our team since 2009, running the yard as our Vehicle Operations Manager. From overseeing vehicle inspection reports to making sure every car is ready for auction, Ben keeps the operations side of our sales running like clockwork. He even took a year out to try another role, but it wasn’t long before he returned to us – clearly, there’s no place like EAMA!

When he’s not keeping the auctions on track, Ben loves fitness and spending time with his family – his wife, two footballer sons, and gymnast daughter.

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Anya Messent

Anya Messent

Receptionist

Anya is one of the friendly faces that greets you when you visit East Anglian Motor Auctions. With a background in retail, she's always enjoyed working with people and providing great customer service. Looking for a fresh challenge, Anya decided to take the leap into the motor auction industry — and she's been loving it ever since.

Anya's approachable nature and positive attitude make her a valued part of the team, ensuring visitors and customers always feel welcome from the moment they arrive.

When she's not at work, you'll probably find her catching up with friends, exploring new places, or just enjoying some well-earned downtime.

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Tracey Rust-Andrews

Tracey Rust-Andrews

Office Administrator

Bio coming soon.

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Chris Clarke

Chris Clarke

Plant Specialist & Auctioneer

Chris has been part of EAMA since 2023 and plays a key role in overseeing our monthly Plant & Machinery Auction. With a lifelong passion for all things classic – especially tractors – Chris brings both expertise and enthusiasm to every sale.

Chris takes great pride in curating our monthly Plant & Machinery sales — from the moment entries come in, to seeing them sell under the hammer. On auction day, he’s not only busy running the online bidding system, but also up on the rostrum auctioneering and selling the very items he’s overseen from start to finish.

Having attended our sales since he was a young boy, Chris now stands proudly on the rostrum where his journey first began. We’re delighted to have his dedication, knowledge, and energy as part of the team!

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James Pulford

James Pulford

Plant Specialist & Auctioneer

Bio coming soon.

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Isaac Haden

Isaac Haden

Vehicle Operations

Isaac joined EAMA in 2023 and has been a great addition to the team ever since. With solid experience and a good eye for detail, he knows his way around commercial vehicle inspections and takes pride in getting the job done right.

Outside of work, Isaac enjoys spending time with his friends and family, making the most of his downtime. He also takes great pride in caring for his car — his pride and joy — and can often be found giving it a well-deserved clean and polish.

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Coral Clarke

Coral Clarke

Vehicle Preparation

Bio coming soon.

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Ben West

Ben West

Vehicle Preparation Manager

Bio coming soon.

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Mick Francis

Mick Francis

Transport Driver

Bio coming soon.

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Kevin Moore

Kevin Moore

Transport Driver

Bio coming soon.

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Harry Overmas

Harry Overmass

Office

Ella has worked for EAMA since September 2017, following her completion of A-Levels in Psychology, Sociology, and Business Studies.

She is our Operations Manager, handling a bit of everything; often found surrounded by a mountain of paperwork!

In her spare time she enjoys socialising with friends and family, shopping, and holidays.

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