Meet the Team

Stefano

Founder

Stefano started Folio Vault in his attic back in 2019,  moving to the current Surbiton offices three years later.

He likes to enjoy his personal book collection with a coffee from his native Italy, and can often be found building yet more bookshelves for the Vault.

Currently reading: A bit of everything!

Ayumi

Book Appraisal & Sales Processing

Ayumi celebrated her first year at the Folio Vault this year, as the first addition to the team.

Between packing orders and evaluating new arrivals, she is often refining her latest playlist as the office's resident DJ.

Currently reading: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith.

Oliver

Photography & Social Media

After first starting at the Vault in early 2024, Oliver returned later in the year as the team photographer after a brief stint running a local newspaper.

When not in front of the lightbox, he helps run the Vault's website and social media accounts.

Currently reading: Travels with Herodotus by Ryszard Kapuściński.

Shaun

Customer Service & Sourcing

The latest addition to the team, Shaun started with Folio Vault in September 2024, and has quickly developed a keen eye as a buyer.

Shaun is most at home when out on the road, searching for his next big score for the Vault.

Currently reading: Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes.