New Commercial Director at Hodgson Sealants Hodgson Sealants have just appointed Gary Thomas as their new commercial director, to oversee all sales and marketing activity for the UK based sealant specialist. With over 30 years’ experience in the sealants and adhesive industries, Gary brings with him considerable expertise at managerial and board level with the likes of Dow Corning and Geocel. This new position at Hodgson Sealants will enable him to add significant valu … » more from Hodgson Sealants (Holdings) Ltd …»
SIEGENIA adds specification experience to their sales team The start of 2019 saw the appointment of Patrick Calvey as Sales Manager for SIEGENIA. Patrick has a window and door ironmongery career that spans thirty years of experience gained within sales and specification with companies such as Glutz and Simonswerk. In a newly established position heading up the sales team and covering the South East of England, Patrick has already established himself in his first few months with the … » more from Siegenia Group …»
Editor letter - the future of streamlined production, Chris Jones Dear Ian In the 35 years I’ve been in the industry, I’ve seen PVC-U manufacturing become more efficient, streamlined and lean. The principle of streamlined production is simple – removing unnecessary processes makes it more efficient and cost-effective. In practice it has helped improve quality throughout the manufacturing process, and it’s helped make business as profitable as possible. But, the process of … » more from Deceuninck …»
MRA Marketing strengthens its research division with new appointment MRA Research, which focuses on market and customer insight in the building materials and construction markets and is the specialist research ision of MRA Marketing, has recently boosted its team with the appointment of a Research Development Manager, Anna Eriksson. Anna has worked in market research and insight since 2003, and has joined MRA from a market research agency that specialises in the construction and home improv … » more from MRA Marketing …»
Promoting from within: DOORCO’s Ben Aspinall moves up the ranks DOORCO Ltd has grown to become the UK’s largest independently owned composite door manufacturer, thanks to its philosophy of attracting, retaining and developing its passionate team of people. The latest example of this is Ben Aspinall’s promotion to IT and Marketing Manager. With a degree in Business Management and Marketing coupled with industry experience that spans more than a decade, Ben joined DOORCO a year ago as IT a … » more from DOORCO …»
New National Sales Manager at Exlabesa Building Systems Exlabesa Building Systems has just announced that Nick Baxendale has joined the company as National Sales Manager. General Manager at Exlabesa Building Systems, Paul Benn, said: “We are delighted Nick has joined the team. He has over two decades of experience in the aluminium sector and his appointment creates further opportunities for both Exlabesa and our customers’ businesses.” Nick has joined Exlabesa Building Sy … » more from Exlabesa UK …»
New Head of Sales at Epwin Window Systems Epwin Window Systems has further strengthened its sales management team with the appointment of Katrina Earl as Head of Sales. Katrina has been with working within the Epwin business for the past four years and takes up her new position with immediate effect. In her new role, Katrina will be responsible for the external sales team and will be instrumental in helping drive new sales opportunities for the vast range … » more from Epwin Window Systems …»
GJB announce Rob Waller as new Sales Director GJB Window Systems has announced the appointment of Rob Waller as its new Sales Director, in a move that will see co-founder and former Sales Director Gary Bristow move into an ‘ambassadorial’ role. Rob, who has more than 25 years’ experience in the window industry, has been Sales Manager at the Essex-based fabricator for over four years and is looking forward to the new role. “I am absolutely delighted to have be … » more from GJB Window Systems …»
Winkhaus UK promotes Mike Rushen to Sales Director Hardware specialist Winkhaus has announced the promotion of their National Sales Manager Mike Rushen to Sales Director with effect from January 1st 2019. Mike, who joined Winkhaus 14 years ago, has managed the sales team for the last two years. In his new role he will form part of the team that sets the strategic direction for the business with particular emphasis on all sales activities. Mike comments: “Winkhaus … » more from Winkhaus UK …»
Change at the top for Roseview Windows After more than 30 years at the top, glazing industry veteran Willie Kerr has chosen to stand down as managing director of sash window specialist Roseview Windows. The decision will allow him to spend more of his time focused on research and development, as well as acting as a brand ambassador with customers, suppliers and the industry in general. Willie joined Roseview direct from Rehau in 1988, after working closely with th … » more from Roseview Windows …»
Bryan Dando joins Haffner Murat as Regional Sales Manager Haffner Murat has just announced that Bryan Dando joined the company as Regional Sales Manager at the start of January 2019. Dave Thomas, Managing Director of Haffner Murat, said: “We are delighted to welcome Bryan to the team. I’ve known him for many years and his knowledge of machinery and the industry will be a great asset to us.” Bryan said: “I was at my previous company for 23 years and was looking for a ne … » more from Haffner Murat Ltd …»
Andrew Scott expands team with M&A accountant and top corporate lawyer Andrew Scott, founder of window industry marketing specialists Purplex and data providers Insight Data, has welcomed two heavyweight professionals to his board of directors. Ernst Young (EY) trained chartered accountant Ashley Cartman joins as Group Finance Director, while Charles Cook, a specialist corporate and M&A lawyer, has become a non-executive director. Ashley has enjoyed a career that spans Debenhams PLC an … » more from Purplex …»
Modplan Ltd Modplan adds LEKA Xi to its range Leading trade fabricator Modplan has added the new LEKA Xi Conservatory Base System to its range. Justin Williams, Modplan’s International Sales and Marketing Director, said: em “The LEKA Xi Conservatory Base System is a new modular extension t ... »
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