About Us

STEVE DARBYSHIRE

As the CEO and owner of Airbourne Graphics,  I am extremely proud to see how the company which was originally established to supply graphics for our Aerospace Division has now significantly grown and diversified to do so much more.   With the support of a fantastic team behind me and structured investment we have very much tailored the business to support companies big and small, from Premiership football clubs, property developers, shop front signage to just individual signage requirements.  During these difficult COVID-19 times and with the drive and passion of the whole team we continue to grow and support the industry and of course our most valued asset “our customers”

NEIL OSBORNE

Started in aviation in 1979 as apprentice aircraft electrician, moved to aircraft refinishing in 1992 as superintendent, set up first graphics shop in 1999 to support my aircraft refinishing business , in 2015 set up Airbourne Graphics again to support aircraft refinishing , 2020 launched Airbourne graphics into the commercial sector. Have travelled extensively with work but now have settled in Leicestershire.

ELYSIA PARRY

I started with Airbourne Graphics 5 years ago as the Graphics Manager. My main role was to manufacture all the Aviation graphics and Technical markings for the aircraft in our East Midlands and Bournemouth paint facilities. My roles include growing the department, by supporting other paint facilities engineering and leasing companies for various aviation graphics and markings. Prior to working for Airbourne Colours my background was already in signage. I started in the industry after leaving school and have been involved in many different supporting roles during my time within the industry. With around 21 years’ experience, I have been fortunate and honoured to venture into a new chapter of Airbourne Graphics growth with the responsibilities of Managing and increasing the portfolio of the signage division, supported by an excellent very experienced team.

GLEN BIRKS

Always had a passion for being creative and set up my first company ‘escape garden design’ which really gave me the taste for running a business. From there this developed in to ‘escape design and print’ A small but successful sign company based in the centre of Derby. With a portfolio of impressive work and prestigious clients we enjoyed 16 years until a fantastic offer came about to join forces with Airbourne Graphics and signs.

AMANDA WEST

Hi, I’m Amanda and have worked for Glen for what feels like a life time… enjoying the highs and lows and gaining a wealth of knowledge within the sign industry. We moved to Airbourne in 2020 and settled in really quickly Where I’m now in charge of production within the graphics department. I live with my partner and most importantly MOG my beloved cat.

SUSAN WILLIAMS

Hello -  I’m Susan and I take care of reception and all things administration at Airbourne. I’m passionate about work and enjoy meeting and greeting clients and working as part of the Airbourne Team. Outside of work I love the outdoors and time with my horse, cats, sheep and partner (in no particular order!) I adore travel and skiing , sightseeing and rides out on my motorbike.

STACEY ANDERSON

EMMA RICHARDS

Hi, I’m Emma, I have worked in the sign industry for 21 years, starting out at Pannell Signs, where I met my husband, and worked alongside Glen. I joined Escape in 2013 with Glen and Amanda, and moved to join Airbourne in 2020, where I manage all the invoicing and admin. I’m also hands on and roll my sleeves helping out in production when required. I live with my husband, two boys and Taiga the cat.

MAYA BAILEY-PROBERT

TRINITY STEELE

KARL SHILTON

JANE LEE

DAVE CLARKE

JAQUELINE BAILEY

MACIEJ MRUGALA

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