Dekko Window Systems has announced a change in leadership. Gary Torr, the company’s long-standing managing director, will be stepping down at the end of the year, but will continue to be involved with the company in an ambassadorial capacity.
Kurt Greatrex, currently serving as sales director, will assume the role of managing director effective 1 January 2025.
Kurt Greatrex, who was a member of the original team that co-founded Dekko Window Systems with Gary Torr in 2008, brings a wealth of experience and deep industry knowledge to his new role. His career in the glazing industry began in 1986 and includes three successful tenures at notable trade fabricators.
Throughout his career, Kurt is said to have developed comprehensive experience across all aspects of trade fabrication majoring on sales and marketing areas but having input and involvement in supply chain, innovation, and operations – and the senior team at Inwido, which acquired Dekko in 2022, believe this will be vital in steering the company’s future direction.
“We are delighted to appoint Kurt as our new MD,” said Jonna Opitz – Inwido EVP Western Europe & Communication. “His extensive industry experience, intimate knowledge of Dekko and strong leadership skills make him the ideal candidate to guide the company into its next phase of growth. We’re confident that under Kurt’s leadership, Dekko will continue to thrive and expand its market presence.”
Under Gary Torr’s leadership, Dekko has grown from a start-up to a thriving business with an annual turnover that is reported to exceed £20 million.
He has helped to position Dekko at the forefront of the fenestration industry, introducing products such as the Residence Collection, seamless Graf welding and Kubu smart technology.
Gary commented on the transition: “While I’ll be stepping back from the day-to-day operations, I’m looking forward to continuing to contribute to Dekko’s success in my new role. Kurt and I have worked closely together for many years, and I have complete confidence in his ability to lead the company forward.”
Kurt commented: “I am honoured to take on this position and build upon the strong foundation Gary has established at Dekko. We have a talented team, innovative products, and state-of-the-art machinery. I look forward to leading Dekko into a bright future, continuing to deliver exceptional value to our customers and partners.”
Under Kurt’s leadership, Dekko Window Systems plans to continue its trajectory of innovation and growth, leveraging recent investments in new products and machinery to strengthen its market position.
Inwido, which is said to be Europe’s largest window and door supplier operating in 11 countries with 34 business units and approximately 4,700 employees, has also been working to accelerate Dekko’s development.
