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Posted On - 04/01/2023
Natalie Little has begun a two-year term as president of the Glass & Glazing Federation. Natalie, who will continue in her role as commercial director of Truhouse, her family’s home improvement company based in Stroud, Gloucestershire, is the first woman to hold the position of president at the GGF. Natalie manages corporate oversight together with supplier and contract management for...
Posted On - 04/01/2023
Richard Thompson has retired from Mackenzie Glass, ending an amazing 49-and-a-half years in the glass industry. Richard started working for Bristol-based glass processor, Cashmore & Co, straight from school in 1973. “I didn’t actually look for a job,” Richard said. “I finished school on the Friday and started work at Cashmore’s on the Monday. “My schooling was poor, having originally...
Posted On - 20/12/2022
Epwin Window Systems’ development manager, Nic Rossano, is retiring after 25 years with the Telford-based business. Nic has been at the forefront of system development and was central in overseeing customers with the introduction of the award-winning Optima PVC-U window and door system and the multi-award-winning Stellar Aluminium System. His technical credentials, product knowledge and strong customer focus are said...
Posted On - 20/12/2022
Industry veteran, Andy Jones, has joined New World Developments, the Northern Ireland-based company behind Apeer, Lumi and Silka. The senior appointment, says New World Developments managing director Asa McGillian, has been made to develop the company’s sales and marketing operations in England and Wales in line with its growth strategy for the next five years: “We have added several exciting...
Posted On - 13/12/2022
At the age of 15, Harry joined Clement Brothers Haslemere as an apprentice leaded light window maker, joining a business that manufactured bespoke steel windows and doors. He became part of an experienced team that consisted of Ted Vinall and Clifford Carter, both of whom had been with Clement for many years. Despite the age difference the combination of...
Posted On - 13/12/2022
Made for Trade has welcomed Leigh Greenwood as head of business development. As the firm continues to expand, the new role was created to assist with plans aimed at new market sectors whilst further increasing sales and improving customer service. With significant experience in the industry, Leigh’s appointment will further bolster Made for Trade’s sales and marketing team, based at...
Posted On - 07/12/2022
Jonathan Brewer, trade sales representative and a member of the company board at Tradeglaze, has been named as one of the 2022 ‘Lincolnshire’s 30 Under 30’ rising stars. The ‘Lincolnshire’s 30 Under 30’ celebrates young people in the county from a variety of industries, and this year included a shortlist of 200 profiles. A Lincoln Law School graduate, Jonathan is...
Posted On - 30/11/2022
Stuart Stockley has been appointed as the managing director of Veka Recycling. Stuart has previously headed up manufacturing and merchanting operations for sector-leading brands, including wall and roofing components manufacturer Klöber Group, insulation distributors CCF and notably, as the head of sustainable products for the UK’s largest builders’ merchant, Travis Perkins. He is said to have particular skills in manufacturing...
Posted On - 22/11/2022
Jason Powell has joined Victorian Sliders as the company’s production director after more than 20 years spent at a major national fabricator. In his new role, Jason will be responsible for health and safety, production, quality and the supply chain. He will oversee the company’s employees, transport, stock and maintenance, and work to ensure Victorian Sliders is performing to a...
Posted On - 22/11/2022
CR Smith has welcomed 12 new trade apprentices since September, as the home improvements company continues to invest in new talent. The latest apprentices are enrolled on the bespoke CR Smith apprenticeship programme which combines an SVQ in site carpentry and joinery and CR Smith-specific modules on customer service, teamwork and product skills. Together with six adult apprentices and those...
Posted On - 22/11/2022
Veka is supporting Building Our Skills by taking part in two initiatives designed to attract new people into the industry. Building Our Skills’ ‘Inspiring the Future Campaign’ asks employers to go into schools and talk to students about their future careers and what they could achieve. It is intended to make both them and teachers more aware of the broad...
Posted On - 08/11/2022
Ultraframe’s technical training manager, Phil Wharf, has retired after a 26-year career at the conservatory and extension specialist. After joining Ultraframe in February 1996, as a member of the technical support team, Phil has worked in a variety of technical and training-based roles. According to Ultraframe, he has assisted ‘many thousands’ of customers with the intricacies of the company’s conservatory...
Posted On - 08/11/2022
The Glazerite UK Group has appointed Calum Williams as a new sales manager, to further strengthen its customer relationships in the Southwest. Calum, who has worked in the fenestration industry for more than 15 years, commented: “I’m excited to join Glazerite. It is a modern, ambitious company with a great ethos and an extensive range of products. “The fenestration industry...
Posted On - 25/10/2022
The Cornwall Group has been nominated in the Large Employer of the Year category in the Cornwall Apprenticeship Awards 2022. Apprenticeships are highly regarded within Cornwall Group companies, and many of the group’s senior employees – including board directors – joined via an apprenticeship. The Cornwall Group Apprenticeship Journey is an occupational competency training and assessment programme designed to highlight...
Posted On - 25/10/2022
A Plus Aluminium’s Jon Palethorpe has been appointed chairman of the new Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) aluminium group. Jon chaired his first meeting in April which reportedly led to the Government making changes to the revised Approved Documents L (vol. 1 and 2) which came into force in June. “The impact of that first meeting proves the necessity of...
Posted On - 18/10/2022
Customade Group has announced the appointment of Will Gold as its new chief executive officer. Will was previously managing director at Customade subsidiary, Stevenswood, where he spent five years. Under Will’s stewardship, Stevenswood reportedly showed steady growth and now operates a total of 29 trade counters across the country. Will said: “It’s a privilege to get the chance to lead...
Posted On - 04/10/2022
ODL Europe has promoted Suzanne Nicholl from business development manager to head of sales & customer service. ODL Europe’s managing director, Bryan Bultema, said: “We value our people and have a culture of rewarding excellence. Suzanne’s promotion reflects her continued commitment and outstanding work which has resulted in major business growth. She is a highly driven and a well-respected, member...
Posted On - 04/10/2022
Kevin Jones has been appointed as senior technical officer for the GGF technical department. His appointment follows recent changes within the technical team including a new head of department in Dave Borland. Kevin commented: “I’m thrilled to have been appointed as senior technical officer. Having worked for the GGF for more than two and a half years, I’m well positioned...
Posted On - 27/09/2022
Andy started work for Celtic Vista (now Supalite) in 2013, working as an HGV driver and helping in the factory between runs. He was an excellent all-rounder who quickly bought into the ethos of a growing company and was a great help to the founder David Watters. As the business expanded, it acquired larger premises, moving to Walton Summit in...
Posted On - 27/09/2022
The Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) has welcomed a new health, safety and environmental manager, Lauren Mawford. John Agnew, GGF managing director, commented: “The GGF aims to be the industry authority on best practice in all areas of business, including the highest technical and health and safety standards, but to achieve this goal, we need in-house expertise. “Lauren joins us...
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