Program Director, UK

Hi Gary  I really appreciate you have asked me to provide to you a statement that sums up my thoughts on you as an individual; 

Gary has consistently demonstrated an exceptional level of commitment in his role, underpinned by a strong sense of accountability to both his team and customers. He goes beyond expectations to ensure continuity and quality, maintaining delivery through challenging periods, stepping in to support colleagues, and dedicating additional time where needed to achieve the right outcomes. He takes genuine pride in his work and in being someone others can depend on, always delivering with professionalism and a high standard of quality.

Gary brings a thoughtful balance of professionalism and empathy. He works collaboratively, supports those around him, and plays a key role in fostering a positive, high-performing team environment. At the same time, he maintains a clear and consistent focus on delivery, applying a practical, solutions-driven mindset alongside a strong technical understanding to navigate complexity and sustain progress.

He thrives when faced with challenge, actively seeking opportunities to improve and refine ways of working. Gary’s approach is proactive and creative, always grounded in delivering meaningful, tangible results that benefit both the business and its customers.

I am incredibly proud of the contribution Gary has made to the Implementation team and the trust and respect he has built throughout. He will continue to be a valuable asset in any environment, bringing commitment, ownership, and a relentless focus on excellence to everything he undertakes. I will miss working with Gary dearly, but I am excited for the opportunities that lie ahead for him. 

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Strategy Delivery Manager, UK

Hi Gary

I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thanks for all you have contributed to our team over the last few years

Over the last eight years, you’ve been a constant; always professional, organised and methodical, and someone I know I can rely on to get things done properly

The level of care and attention you put into your work never goes unnoticed,  it’s made a real difference across the team

What really stands out though is how you go about it. You’re always considerate, always willing to help others out, and you keep things grounded even when things get busy

On a personal note, it’s been brilliant working alongside you all this time, and even better that it’s turned into a genuine friendship as well. That’s not something you come across every day

I really appreciate your hard work and dedication to our team, I will miss working with you

Branch Manager, Deutschland

Hi Gary,

I am very sorry to hear that you are leaving. It has been a pleasure working with you, and I would be more than happy to provide you with a short letter of recommendation in recognition of your contributions and professionalism.

I had the opportunity to work with Gary Ball during my time at EV Cargo in Nettetal, Germany, and throughout our collaboration he proved to be an invaluable support for our operation.

One of Gary’s greatest strengths is his ability to bridge the gap between technology and business needs. Rather than focusing solely on technical details, he always took the time to understand the operational challenges we were facing and worked to deliver solutions that made a real difference to the business. His recommendations were practical, well thought out, and tailored to our requirements.

Over the course of our working relationship, Gary consistently demonstrated a high level of technical expertise across a wide range of IT topics. Whether dealing with day-to-day support issues, system improvements, or more complex technical challenges, he approached every task with professionalism, confidence, and a strong sense of ownership. Even under pressure, he remained calm, focused, and committed to finding the best possible outcome.

What impressed me most was his proactive approach. Gary never waited for problems to escalate before taking action. He was always willing to investigate issues thoroughly, identify root causes, and implement solutions that would prevent the same problems from recurring in the future. This forward-thinking mindset helped improve efficiency and reliability across our operation.

In addition to his technical abilities, Gary is an excellent communicator. He has a natural talent for explaining complex technical concepts in a way that is easy for non-technical colleagues to understand. This made collaboration across different departments much smoother and ensured that everyone involved had a clear understanding of the challenges and proposed solutions.

Gary was also someone we could always rely on. He was responsive, approachable, and genuinely committed to supporting the business. Whenever assistance was required, he was willing to go the extra mile to make sure issues were resolved quickly and effectively. His positive attitude and collaborative nature made him a pleasure to work with and earned him the respect of colleagues across the organization.

Beyond his technical knowledge, Gary brings strong analytical skills, a solution-oriented mindset, and a genuine dedication to delivering results. These qualities, combined with his professionalism and reliability, make him a valuable asset to any team or organization.

I am grateful for the support and expertise Gary provided during our time working together and would not hesitate to recommend him. Any organization looking for an experienced IT professional who combines technical excellence with a strong customer and business focus would benefit greatly from having Gary on their team.

Brgds

Branch Manager, Deutschland

I had the pleasure of working with Gary Ball during my time as part of the branch management team at EV Cargo in Nettetal.

Throughout our collaboration, Gary consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism, technical expertise, and a remarkable ability to solve complex problems efficiently. He was always a highly competent and reliable IT consultant who could be trusted to provide practical solutions, even in challenging situations.

What stood out most was his commitment to understanding business requirements and translating them into effective technical solutions. Gary was proactive, responsive, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure issues were resolved quickly and sustainably.

His combination of technical knowledge, analytical thinking, and customer-focused approach made him a valued partner for our operation. I always appreciated his reliability, clear communication, and positive attitude.

I would highly recommend Gary Ball to any organization seeking an experienced, dependable, and results-oriented IT professional.

Mit freundlichen Grüßen 

International IT Manager, Turkiye

17.06.2026

Letter of Recommendation

To Whom It May Concern,

It is my sincere pleasure to recommend Gary Ball, who served as the direct contact for IT development at EV Cargo, our third-party logistics partner in the United Kingdom, for the warehouse operations supporting ebebek UK. Throughout our collaboration, Gary was an exceptional partner from start to finish.

Gary proved himself to be kind, solution-oriented, highly intelligent, and refreshingly logical in his thinking. He broke down complex problems into clear, workable solutions, and he was consistently honest and reliable — qualities that made him someone our team could trust completely, even under tight deadlines and shifting requirements.

Together, we delivered a wide range of significant projects, each of which Gary handled with skill and ownership:

Order Management System (OMS) B2C — Migration from Shopify to SAP OMS

Pick Up Parcel Shop

Turkish Government Incentive Report

Receipts Integration via API

Store Order Integration via API

Order Filtering Solutions for Shopify

Order Status Movements Report

SAP / Shopify Reconciliation Solution

SD BOM / Bundle Management

Across all of these initiatives, Gary showed strong technical command of SAP, Shopify, and API‑based integrations, alongside a rare ability to grasp the business context behind each requirement. He never settled for a quick patch, always seeking robust, sustainable solutions, and when obstacles arose he stayed composed, communicative, and focused on the right path forward.

I recommend Gary Ball without reservation, and I am confident he will be a valuable asset to any team fortunate enough to work with him.

Please feel free to contact me should you require any further information.

Warm regards,

General Manager, UK

21st September 2009

Dear Gary

I would like to thank you for all your efforts over the last 13 months whilst standing up into the Technical Manager’s role.

In my opinion you have undertaken the role with enthusiasm and total commitment and achieved a great deal in a year of change.

Please do not underestimate your contribution to the site during this period, some of these developments have been integral to the contract’s progression: the Oracle implementation, High Bay zoning, improving trends at Stock Counts, NQMS, revamped Stats pack, NGA and of course the ongoing management of the teams.

Nothing is wasted and I hope you have enjoyed the experience. I have made your contributions known above the site in an effort to raise your profile and awareness within our business.

I look forward to your continued support and hope you undertake your long‑awaited Management Development programme to the same standard.

Thank you.

Kind regards

IT Business Manager, UK

Gary, Great overview and fantastic work!

You definitely have made the EVM project your own and are very driven to get things done. In Nestlé lingo I call this “result focused”.

I really like how you attempt everything and don’t shy away from things that you have never done before – like the BR document. In Nestlé lingo – “you take initiative”.

I appreciate you taking the lead in lots of areas while collaborating with your colleagues.

My challenge to you is to coach others to follow your lead in the attention to detail, ownership and drive.

I have enjoyed working with you this year. Great job!

Have a Merry Christmas and a good start into the New Year. See you in January.

Stock Manager, UK

I have known Gary for over 14 years working for Wincanton at Hams Hall. During this time I have worked directly for Gary on two separate occasions: the first when Gary was appointed Inventory Team Leader and I was the Shadow Team Leader, and again when Gary was appointed Technical Manager and I was appointed to Gary’s previous position of Inventory Team Leader to cover maternity leave on a secondment basis.

I have always found Gary to be a very hard‑working colleague. He is highly organised, has good communication skills, and I have always been impressed with the way he approaches work. Gary has a good eye for detail and possesses a strong desire to ensure processes are fit for purpose. He is very methodical and procedure‑driven. Gary would always ensure personal development reviews were carried out and processes regularly reviewed to ensure change management and version control were as accurate as possible.

I personally always find Gary approachable and happy to lend support. Gary has given me good advice over the years — some of his wise words I still practice today and have stayed with me for a number of years. I enjoy working with Gary and hope this continues for many more years.

UK Head of Business Process & Standards

Hi Gary.

Thanks for taking the time to send these over - sorry it took so long for me to come back to you. 😅

I've spent some time going through them today and they're really useful. Interestingly, they align very closely with the end-to-end current-state operating model I've recently completed with Dave, Darren and the Heston team, so it's been a good validation that we've arrived at the same understanding of the operation from different angles.

I can also see the Lean thinking running throughout your review, which probably isn't surprising given where we first crossed paths! It's good to know some of those principles have stood the test of time.

When you mentioned your legacy, I had heard you're leaving. Having gone through the material you've shared, I can see the amount of thought and effort that's gone into it. It'll be a valuable input as we continue the Clarus work at Heston, so it's good to know that work won't be lost. Wishing you all the best for whatever comes next.

Thanks again for sharing everything.

Customer Experience Manager, Carrier Integration Service Provider

Good afternoon Gary,

I hope all is well.

As you move on to your next opportunity, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for all your support and wish you every success for the future.

It has been a genuine pleasure working with you. Your professionalism, diligence and commitment have always stood out. You consistently approached challenges with a positive attitude and delivered high-quality work.

Your reliability, attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile have made a real difference, and I have no doubt that you will continue to achieve great things in your next role.

You will be missed, and I wish you all the very best for the future.

Best regards,

Warehouse Manager

Hi Gary,

Thanks for asking me to share a few words. I’ll keep this brief and honest.

You’ve always been someone we could depend on — steady, committed, and focused on getting things done properly. 

Your technical ability developing our systems has been a huge asset, and you’ve consistently used it to solve problems quickly and keep things running smoothly for everyone.

You handle challenges calmly, support people without hesitation, and bring a level of professionalism that’s genuinely appreciated. 

The respect you’ve earned comes from the way you work and the consistency you bring every day.

I’ve valued working with you, and I know your skills and attitude will serve you well wherever you go next. 

Wishing you all the best moving forward.