Our Talent Agents hail from the creative world, each an expert in their respective fields. Introducing team Peas.

Shima Maher

Founding Partner & Agent

Shima, the driving force behind Peas, believed talent management could be better. She partners with luxury fashion and beauty leaders, building bespoke teams. A visiting lecturer at Condé Nast College and RCA, where she helps graduates navigate the industry.

Pratik Madhavji

Managing Director & Agent

In 2009, Pratik co-founded Peas with Shima, transforming a boutique agency into a talent-driven business. He’s proud to have supported professionals on their journeys to becoming directors, C-suite executives, and founders, playing a part in their success.

Aimee-Louise Flynn

Head Agent - Creative & Design

Aimee-Louise is a fashion and beauty enthusiast who lives and breathes the creative industry. She excels at building talent teams that bring creative visions to life while coaching individuals through interviews and portfolio preparation. “I see myself as part of the project, not just a recruiter.”

Carlos Gonçalves da Costa

Head Agent - Moving Image

Carlos leads motion design at Peas, combining analytical skills with a keen visual eye. With a Master’s in social psychology and a background in academia and music, he’s a natural people person. He recruits across motion, CGI, video, and immersive design.

Lorenzo Mandelli

Agent - Moving Image

Lorenzo, a writer, filmmaker, and polyglot, speaks English, Italian, Spanish, and French. His international Master’s led him across continents before settling in London. He offers clients technical insights and supports talent with portfolios, interviews, and business setup—often in four languages

Tara Heal

Agent - Brand Design

Tara places brand identity design talent in studios, agencies, and in-house teams. A former graphic designer, she brings industry experience, a sharp eye for design, and deep sector knowledge—plus insider insights from her husband, a permalancing brand designer.

Dipali Thakkar

Head of Finance

Dipali manages Peas’ accounts, payroll, and invoice queries, supporting talent and client teams. A Chartered Accountant, she trained at Reuters before switching from a dream of travel entrepreneurship to finance. On arriving in the UK, she was thrilled by rain—until she realised it’s constant!

Got a tricky brief? A specific role to fill?

“Aimee-Louise is a “recruiter” who listens, acts and applies. Every single hire I've made through her has been a success and I put that down to her diligence and her ability”
Ricky Partner - Head of Creative Services, Aesop