BID Board members

Bev Botha

BID Board Director and Chair

Bev owns Andover’s well-loved cupcake shop, The Travelling Cupcake, established six years ago after starting out as a pop-up shop. Bev cares passionately about Andover and believes the town has the potential to really blossom. She is keen that new businesses and particularly independents are attracted to the town and are given every encouragement and support to develop and flourish. Bev aims to ensure that BID is a strong and active voice for Andover businesses, articulating their views when decisions about the town are being made.

Amy Mellor

BID Board Director

Amy runs a retail business and brings to the BID Board her wide-ranging experience in marketing and consumerisms. Amy is a millennial and has grown up in the technological era, giving her a perspective on how technology has completely altered the way we shop and communicate. She is an ‘enthusiastic shopper’ herself and understands what attracts her generation to towns, events, and stores. Amy is keen to help build the reputation of Andover, and to increase the awareness of retail businesses, particularly the independent retailers.

Mark Leech

BID Board Director

Mark was a founding member and one-time chair of the former steering committee. Mark has been a great asset in securing the buy-in of businesses in the BID-Area and he plays a significant role in guiding policy matters, to meet the interests of local businesses. Mark continues to build on this strong foundation, helping to ensure that the ongoing concerns and priorities of all BID-Area businesses are listened to, represented, and actioned.

Chris Attrill

BID Board Director

Chris is the Chief Executive of Valley Leisure, a charitable trust in the leisure sector. His skills are varied, with an emphasis on high standards and excellent service. Chris has a young family and cares about Andover. He believes BID has a positive impact on the town, bringing a sound and proven approach in these challenging times. As a Board Director, Chris brings a balanced and strategic approach to the team, combined with advice on strong governance. In addition, his creative skills are able to support the dynamic work undertaken by BID.

Paula Grant

Bid Board Director

Paula is the owner of Wessex Spirits and The Gin Palace, and runs The Andover Tap at The Lamb alongside her husband. With over 25 years of retail experience and a strong passion for locally sourced products, Paula is committed to helping Andover grow and thrive. She actively supports local events, markets, and new ventures, and is a champion for bringing a diverse mix of retail to Andover High Street. With hands-on experience in both static and mobile business operations, Paula brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the dynamic world of independent trade.