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Posted On - 10/07/2018
Lucy Russell has been appointed as Ultraframe’s new business manager. Reporting to sales director Colin Noone, Lucy’s appointment reflects the growing number of retail installers taking advantage of Ultraframe’s vast roof and component range, the company said. “Lucy’s experience is a real reflection of the importance we place on ensuring new customers have a seamless experience as we welcome them...
Posted On - 10/07/2018
SupaLite has welcomed five new members of staff to its headquarters in Preston, four of whom are joining SupaLite’s sales team. Dean Ratcliffe has joined as regional sales manager, Jason Attwood has joined as a sales administrator, and Debbie Dixon and Amber Macgregor have joined as sales processors. SupaLite has also welcomed Joe Clark to the marketing department as graphic...
Posted On - 10/07/2018
Purplex has appointed five new team members. Former journalist Kevin Emery has joined the PR team, while Beth Chandler has joined the creative and internal marketing department. The web department has been strengthened by the appointment of Caroline Quiroga (who joins as web and production designer), Andrew Alderton, and Tom Andrews (who joins as a junior web developer). Andrew Scott,...
Posted On - 10/07/2018
Iain McIlwee will stand down as chief executive of the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) after almost seven years, and Helen Hewitt has been appointed acting CEO with immediate effect. Helen joined the BWF as membership director and Wood Window Alliance lead in November 2017 and has reportedly made a significant impact in many areas of the business especially in helping...
Posted On - 03/07/2018
Insight Data’s general manager Jade Greenhow has been promoted to the newly created role of operations director following a year of growth for the business. Jade will have a greater strategic responsibility as well as overseeing the daily running of the business including the firm’s sales, research and software development operations. She will work closely with Insight Data’s managing director...
Posted On - 02/07/2018
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) Group has appointed Kevin Buckley as interim chief executive. Kevin has been working with the GGF Group for almost a year, initially as interim CEO of the subsidiary companies and more recently as a strategic consultant for the group. With close to 30 years senior management experience, Kevin has been instrumental in growing and...
Posted On - 29/06/2018
The Glazerite UK Group has appointed Jeff Dunn as group sales and marketing director. Company director Jason Thompson said: “[Jeff] has proven industry experience and knows the Veka range inside out. Jeff brings with him a great deal of passion and determination, making him a great addition to the team.” Jeff, who is a member of the Independent Network advisory...
Posted On - 29/06/2018
Neil Parton has joined Elumatec as sales director. “Neil joins us at a hugely exciting time for the business,” managing director Phil Heavey said. “We’re expanding our range of advanced machining centres and software products all the time – but this year, we’re also seeking to shine a spotlight on our market-leading customer support, too. “There’s a danger that as...
Posted On - 29/06/2018
Conservatory Outlet Group has appointed Paul Clifton as sales director at its north-east flagship retailer, Pennine Home Improvements. The announcement coincides with the departure of Derek McLaren, as he begins his retirement. Over the past 15 years, Paul has worked as a business development consultant for a wide variety of retailers to help them improve and expand their sales performance,...
Posted On - 29/06/2018
A short time ago in a golf club not too far away, Kestrel staff teed off at a charity tournament in aid of three children’s charities. The ‘force’ was strong, with almost 200 golfers raising £10,000 at the golf day and evening dinner organised by Norfolk-based DMD Installations. Held on May 4, better known as Star Wars day, Sprowston Manor...
Posted On - 26/06/2018
Target Windows, based in Meir Heath, is donating £50 to the Douglas Macmillan Hospice every time England hits the back of the net in the World Cup. By June 24, with England’s 2-1 victory against Tunisia and their 6-1 conquest against Panama, the eight goals had already taken the donations to £400. Director Guy Basnett said: “The Douglas Macmillan Hospice...
Posted On - 26/06/2018
Roger Hartshorn will be leaving his role at Liniar later this year in order to spend more time on other personal and business interests. October will see Roger step down as CEO of the Flamstead Group, owner of HL Plastics and the Liniar brand, as well as Avantek Machinery. “I’m incredibly proud to have been a part of the success...
Posted On - 26/06/2018
Stephen Hillier has joined Hitech as customer service and office manager, tasked with optimising processes behind the scenes, and supporting the company’s clients. Previously employed in a number of roles at a glass processor, Stephen brings a decade of glass sector experience to the Hitech team. “We’re delighted to be welcoming a knowledgeable glass industry person like Stephen to our...
Posted On - 26/06/2018
Dave Brackpool has joined Caldwell as regional executive for the north. “The north is still one of the country’s most major manufacturing hubs, and a hugely important region for Caldwell,” sales director Tim Ferkin said. “Having someone with Dave’s drive and experience leading the charge for us in the region will be a massive asset as we seek to win...
Posted On - 26/06/2018
This year, the Crowne Plaza in Stratford-on-Avon played host to the madness that was Circus Beserkus, the post-Gala Dinner party put on by the team at GM Fundraising. From clowns to mime artists, strongmen to bearded and tattooed ladies – the weird and wonderful world of the circus was well represented. “This year’s Gala Dinner was the 20th one we’ve...
Posted On - 13/06/2018
Tradelink Window Solutions has created two new positions in its sales team to support its growth strategy. Adam White and Sean Linnell have been appointed as area sales managers to cover the UK, to bring their broad product and in-depth industry knowledge to installation companies. Adam worked as a window installer for 12 years before moving into finance and then...
Posted On - 13/06/2018
Chris Fenney, new build manager at Freefoam Building Products, passed away on May 31, 2018. “Chris was an incredibly valuable member of our team at Freefoam,” the company said. “He worked with us for 13 years, joining us with many years’ experience in the building industry. “Chris bought a breadth of knowledge and skill that is unsurpassed and single-mindedly drove...
Posted On - 13/06/2018
Target Windows has hired a new salesperson, Brian Mitchell, who brings a wealth of experience within the industry, working for national companies and local businesses. Mr Mitchell, 58, from Stafford, said: “I’ve only recently joined Target, but already I have been made to feel very welcome. They are a well-respected company and it’s a pleasure to join them in such...
Posted On - 13/06/2018
Conservatory Outlet has appointed another ambitious apprentice in a full time permanent role. James Owen, who began his placement at Conservatory Outlet in February 2017, while studying an apprenticeship in Level 2 Diploma in IT User Skills (ITQ), has now accepted the role of quality assistant within the businesses quality department. Conservatory Outlet has worked alongside Wakefield College, local job...
Posted On - 13/06/2018
Samsara McDonald has joined Rehau’s commercial sales force in Scotland. With a strong sales background she hit the ground running, helping to launch the new Rehau Connect platform. Working on the Rehau Connect app project introduced Samsara to a variety of Rehau customers, while the platform – a new digital way to order profiles – has been rolled out in...
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