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Dennis Reade

Role: Paint Team Leader.

Length of service: 31 years.

Background: I’m from Crewe and attended Brierley Primary School. I worked for LC Charles before coming to Whitby Morrison. 

Values I share with Whitby Morrison: Loyalty and long service.

If I could snap my fingers and become an expert in something, it would it be: Performing magic! 

One thing most people don’t know about me: I miss my grandson every day.

When I was kid, I wanted to grow up to be: A fireman.

In a movie about my life, the actor playing me would be: Tom Hardy.

At the weekend, you’re most likely to find me: Fly fishing or DJing. 

Dog person or cat person? Dog.

My favorite sport to watch and team I support is: None.

The best things about my job are: The people I work with.

My favourite film is: Snatch. 

My favourite food is? Beer.

My favorite quote is? “We are where we are”

I will never be seen without: My legs.

Whitby Morrison is like: A yo-yo because it always bounces back.

Dennis Reade


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