National
kitchen specialist In-toto has recently
strengthened its franchise management team with the appointment of Andrew
Best as a regional franchise manager.
Andrew will be joining Pam Berry and Steve Saunders, as part of the franchise
management team and will be responsible for the Midlands and South West
regions.
He has extensive knowledge and a background stretching over 17 years within
the kitchen industry, most recently as sales & marketing director
for Keller kitchens.
Andrew will be responsible for supporting the growth and development of
showrooms in his regions, as well as finding new franchisees as the network
of franchises increases.
He comments: 'I am really looking forward to my new role at In-toto. The
company has an excellent reputation as a leading kitchen specialist and
I believe that I can make significant contribution to its ambitious plans
for the future. Although I have extensive knowledge of the kitchen industry
working for a franchise company is a first for me, and I welcome the new
challenge.'
Graham Russell, national franchise manager for In-toto kitchens adds:
'Andrew will bring a fresh approach and a new dimension to the team. I
am convinced he will do exceptionally well, as he brings with him a lot
of expertise within the industry.
Graham continues: 'In-toto is growing all the time and we are now up to
51 showrooms nationwide, with new showrooms set to open soon in Birmingham,
Basingstoke and Belfast. Andrew will play a key role in keeping track
of every showroom in his regions and ensuring that they are all performing
to their best ability.'
Web: http://www.intoto.co.uk
New
Energy Set to Join Franke in the North
Franke
UK
has announced the appointment of Caroline Hardman as Northern Regional
Sales Manager.
Caroline has worked with Franke for three years, and has a wealth of experience
with the company whilst gaining excellent product knowledge through her
previous role as Sales Office Manager.
Caroline,
in addition to Justine Turner, the company's Regional Sales Manager for
the South, will report directly to Commercial Director, David Houghton.
Looking to the future Caroline comments, ‘I am delighted to take
on such a challenging role, as I know the product range well and have
already set up good relations with many of our customers.’ Duncan
Marr, Managing Director for Franke UK, adds ‘I am extremely pleased
to welcome Caroline to the external sales team as her infectious enthusiasm
and energy will be a great asset.’
For more information on Franke, please visit http://www.franke.co.uk
or call 0161 436 6280.
Mayfair
Takes a Creative Step Forward
In line with the recent re-branding of the company, Mayfair Taps and Showers has announced the addition of Sarah Wharton to the team, who joins the taps and showers manufacturer as Marketing Manager.
Tony
Robson, Commercial Director at Mayfair stated 'Taking into account the
rapid growth of Mayfair and our continued high profile in the marketplace,
we have established a need for a high-level PR and Marketing professional.
Sarah brings a great deal of experience to the role and a creative flair
which fits perfectly with the foundations we have set in place to take
the business forward.”
Sarah commented, 'I am delighted to be part of the highly creative team
at Mayfair during this very exciting time of business growth. We already
have a number of new marketing initiatives in the pipeline so I am sure
I will be very busy over the next few months'.
About Mayfair Taps and Showers
Mayfair was founded in 1988. Operating out of its Yorkshire base,
the company has grown from strength to strength and has moved to a purpose
built facility in Shelburn in Elmet W Yorks. In 2006 the company
completed its overseas manufacturing network by the establishment of Quanzhou
Mayfair Brassware Co Ltd in China. Mayfair has office and warehouse facilities
in Quanzhou and Kaiping City.
Web: http://www.mayfairtapsandshowers.com
Paul
Lynn Joins Contracts Team
Baumatic has announced the appointment of Paul Lynn in the role of National Contracts Manager. Paul Lynn is extremely qualified for the post, having worked in the white goods industry for the past 20 years. Starting out in the industry with AEG Electrolux, he then went on to secure positions within the Brandt Group and then, most recently, Indesit.
Specialising
in the house building sector, he has a wealth of key contacts within the
contracts market and is looking forward to expanding Baumatic's sales
in this area. ‘Baumatic has a fantastic line up of appliances for
all sectors of the house building market - from entry level to high end
developments - and I believe we can make a really strong impact providing
builders and developers, with quality products that will keep within their
budgets,’ he says.
Tel: 0118 933 6900
Web: http://www.baumatic.com
FagorBrandt
UK Creates New Training Role
As
part of its continued expansion and revitalisation of the business, FagorBrandt
UK has created a new role within the organisation of National
Training and Business Development Manager. Former De Dietrich area sales
manager, Deborah Barnes, has been promoted to the position to further
enhance the training offer for both De Dietrich and Fagor.
Deborah, who is CITP qualified, brings with her nearly twenty years of
relevant skills having worked in the same training role for Electrolux.
She also gleaned huge experience from her time working as a manager at
Southern Electric and as regional training manager at Powerhouse; covering
52 store openings. With this knowledge of selling from both sides of the
fence, she is well-equipped at creating training programmes that completely
suit the people they are aimed at, be it staff, dealers or customers.
The role will include the creation and delivery of training programmes
across the board, including tailor-made instruction for each specific
dealer. These programmes will supply the detailed technical information
that retailers require to sell De Dietrich and Fagor products, presented
in a comprehensive yet comfortable style, and are designed to make easier
recommendation of the technologically advanced products of both brands
to consumers. Deborah will also oversee training of the dedicated De Dietrich
Home Economists, ensuring the home demonstrations offered continue to
be of the highest quality, with some new and exciting additions planned
for the future.
Richard Walker, sales and marketing director of De Dietrich says:
'Training is a crucial element to any manufacturer's offer and it is an
integral part of our business. We are inviting all our main dealers to
take part in new training programmes and wish to offer this added value
service to any specialists that sell our products. We have made a major
investment in this area as we believe that better training will provide
better results, specifically when it comes to explaining those concepts
which we pioneered; like induction hobs and pyrolytic cleaning, for example.'
Web: http://www.dedietrich.co.uk
Carina Malmgren Heander New Head of Electrolux Group Staff Human Resources
Carina
Malmgren Heander has been appointed new Senior Vice President of Group
Staff Human Resources and Organisational Development for the Electrolux
Group. She will be part of Group Management and report to President
and CEO Hans Stråberg.
Carina Malmgren Heander, 47, is currently Senior Vice President Human
Resources for Sandvik AB, a global industrial group. Before joining Sandvik,
Malmgren Heander held various management positions at ABB.
Malmgren Heander will assume her new position during the third quarter
of 2007. She is Swedish, and will be based in Stockholm, Sweden. Her predecessor,
Harry de Vos, has been appointed Senior Vice President of Human Resources
for ASML, a Dutch company.
Web: http://www.electrolux.com
Marketing
Manager for Jacuzzi® And B.C Sanitan Brands
Bathroom
manufacturer, Jacuzzi UK has announced
the appointment of Nick Richards to the role of Marketing Manager for
the Jacuzzi®, and B.C Sanitan brands.
Nick joined the Marketing Team at Jacuzzi UK in August 06, and this promotion
will take full advantage of his knowledge of the bathroom industry and
his previous experience on global brands, Ferrero Rocher and Morphy Richards.
Nick will be responsible for all aspects of Marketing and development
of the brands and will divide his time between the Jacuzzi UK Newcastle
Under Lyme and Bradford sites.
‘Nick has a wealth of experience in the building of consumer brands
which is one of our key objectives, I am delighted he has joined the Jacuzzi
brand development team and look forward to working with him.’ commented
Lesley Holdsworth, Brand Director.
Web: http://www.jacuzziuk.com
Stephen
Frakes Appointed Sales Manager for the North West of England
TC has announced the appointment of Stephen Frakes as the company’s sales manager for the North West. Stephen joined TC back in 2004 and has worked in the internal sales office since this time and brings a wealth of experience to the external position.
Stephen
says that his first priority is to see all of the key accounts and ensure
the day to day matters are looked after before considering new business.
'Existing business is most important to me' says Stephen. 'TC has grown
in the three years that I have been with the business, and I am looking
forward to being involved in developing this growth even further'.
Contact Stephen on 07739625475 or via email stephen.frakes@tc-bathrooms.com
Carron
Phoenix adds to Expanding Sales Team
With continuing growth at Carron Phoenix, the company has further expanded its sales team with the appointment of Harry Brown to the position of Area Sales Manager with responsibility for the South West and Wales. Harry joins Carron Phoenix after previously working for Swift Electrical and Brandt appliances.
Says
Neil Clark, sales and marketing manager, of the new appointment:
‘To boost our customer service levels, we've reduced the size of
all our territories across the UK, while at the same time expanding our
salesforce with Harry's appointment. We've created a very strong team
that will work effectively on serving the needs of our customer base.’
For stockists or more information on Carron Phoenix's sink and tap products,
call 01324 638 321 or log on at http://www.carron.com.
Marflow
Strengthens Sales Team
Marflow
Engineering,
a specialist in the design and manufacture of a wide range of showers,
mixers, taps and bathroom accessories, has strengthened its sales team
with the appointment of Paul Stone.
Paul, in his early 20's, is the sixth member of the sales team and is
responsible for a variety of tasks including sales order processing and
administrative support for customers both in the UK and abroad, liaising
with and supporting field sales and personnel, plus technical support
to all customers. The focus is very much on customer care.
Paul comments: ‘I am really looking forward to my new role at Marflow
and the challenges that I am sure it will present.’
Paul has already gained experience with a sales role at leading Midland
timber merchant Four Oaks Timber.
Paul Lowe, sales office manager at Marflow Engineering comments: ‘I
am confident Paul will prove to be an asset to the company. He will bring
a new dimension to the sales team and contribute to our customer service
support function.’
Web: http://www.marflow.co.uk
Simon
Romaines Appointed as Barwick’s Sales Director
Distributor
Barwick has announced the appointment
of Simon Romaines to the position of Company Sales Director.
Simon has played a key role since joining Barwick approximately twenty
years ago and during this time has become a widely known and respected
character within the bathroom industry.
Joining the company as an Area Sales Manager for the North East and subsequently
moving on to become Company Sales Manager, Simon has worked tirelessly
and professionally and contributed greatly to the continuous success of
Barwick.
Whilst his new role will mean Simon will become more involved in strategic
company planning and associated activities, he will retain some duties
as Area Sales Manager in his ‘home patch’ to keep his finger
on the pulse of the market.
On the appointment the directors of Barwick stated ‘We are sure that
those who know Simon would join with us in congratulating him and in wishing
him all the best in his new position.’
Tel: 01274 687555
Email: info@barwick.co.uk
Web: http://www.barwick.co.uk
Formica
Europe Appoints New European Head of Product and Design Development
Formica
Ltd has announced that Gary Brown has been appointed as European
Head of Product and Design Development. He will be responsible for
developing and implementing the product development and design strategy
for the business in Europe.
Gary joins the company having previously been Product Innovation Leader
at Ford of Europe. He worked in a number of roles for the Ford Motor
Company for almost 15 years and has an MBA from Warwick Business School.
Gary will report to Renee Hytry, Senior Vice President for Global Design,
based in the USA, and locally to Chris Gray, European Marketing Director.
Gary Brown commented that: 'Formica has been recognised as an innovator,
with an excellent record of new product introductions. I am looking
forward to working with the European team and helping develop our regional
product offerings along with processes for broader efficiencies to ensure
the Formica brand retains its strong position and reputation.'
Web: http://www.formica.com
ATAG
Appoints Business Development Manager
ATAG
UK,
the Dutch built in appliance brand that entered the UK market in the last
quarter of 2006, has appointed Graham Gleave to Business Development Manager.
Graham's
appointment is key to further strengthen and increase the focus on expanding
ATAG's Kitchen Specialist market and sales within the UK. He brings a
wealth of experience to the company from both sides of the fence having
worked for both manufacturers and retailers.
Graham joins the company from FagorBrandt and previously was with Maytag
UK for a decade in a key senior sales role, directing the UK sales team.
Graham began his career in retailing kitchens, rising to the position
of director, with a premium Kitchen Specialist in Berkshire.
Reporting to Business Development Director for ATAG UK, Ellis Bardsley,
who says of his appointment:
‘Graham's new role with ATAG UK is fundamental to the company's success.
'His great understanding of the market, his rapport with the retailers,
and his 30 years' experience in the industry are invaluable and will be
a huge asset. His task will be to deliver the sales plan and working on
the company's offer; a challenging role in this competitive arena.’
Graham concludes:
‘ATAG UK is supported by a very energetic and dedicated team who
are seriously oriented to meet the high standards required by the Kitchen
Specialist customer base in the UK. I am delighted to play a role in the
development of the ATAG brand and contribute to the future success of
the company.
'Working with such a great team of people who are truly passionate and
committed to provide and meet all the sales, marketing and service aspects
our brand needs to succeed is the icing on the cake!’
For further information on ATAG UK contact Graham Gleave on 07919 411
949.
Carron
Phoenix Expands Sales Team
Helen Tadd has joined the Carron Phoenix sales team as Area Sales Manager covering the South East with responsibility for Hampshire, Surrey, Kent, Berkshire, Sussex and South London.
Helen
joins Carron Phoenix from Allied and has a huge wealth of experience in
the kitchen and bathroom sectors. Bringing experience in both the distribution
and sales side of the business, Helen has also worked for a number of
retailers so has a thorough understanding of their needs.
Says Helen of her new position:
‘Working with a range of companies has given me valuable all-round
knowledge and I am confident that I can use this to full advantage with
Carron Phoenix's customers in my area.’
For stockists or more information on Carron Phoenix's sink and tap products,
call 01324 638 321 or log on at http://www.carron.com
Change
of CEO at Villeroy & Boch
Frank
Göring is the new CEO of Villeroy & Boch since June 1st. He succeeds
Wendelin von Boch, who will enter into the group's Supervisory Board after
40 years at the vertices of the company.
Göring, 45, joined Villeroy & Boch in 1997 as marketing director
in the Bathroom and Kitchen division and since 2005 he has been a member
of the Management Board with the responsibility for the Bathroom and Wellness
division. Previously he held director roles in important companies like
Procter and Gamble, Reemtsma and Hero.
The first semester for Villeroy & Boch closed with the turnover rising
5.2% compared to the previous year, with sales reaching 247.9 million
Euro. Leading the demand were the foreign markets, with a rise of 8.9%.
Regarding the three divisions, Bathroom and Wellness continues to make
steady progress with sales rising 15% to 137.2 million Euro.
Significant growth has been registered in Northern and Eastern Europe,
in the Alpine countries and in the Far East region.
The results of the Tableware division however are not so positive, with
sales at 70.7 million Euro (-9.2% on 2006). The positive results acquired
in UK, Italy and Russia have not been able to compensate for the losses
in Germany, USA and Benelux.
New company policies have influenced the Tile division, rising 4.2% to
40 million Euro, thanks to positive export results. The Turkish group
Ecsacibasi since March 26th holds 51% of shares of the controlled V&B
Fliesen, the company which directed this branch of activity.
Web: http://www.villeroy-boch.com
FagorBrandt
UK Appoints Mark Scott as National Account and Business Development Manager
FagorBrandt
UK
has appointed Mark Scott as National Account and Business Development
Manager to work across both the Fagor and De Dietrich brands.
Mark has worked in the kitchen appliance industry for over 12 years, gaining
his experience with brands such as Maytag, Flavel-Leisure and Fisher and
Paykel, which he introduced to the UK market. Having specialised in the
development of appliance brands, he has built a deep understanding of
the kitchen appliances sector, working at all levels through sales and
distribution.
Mark's responsibilities will be to work with existing National Accounts
in the UK and Ireland and to develop new business opportunities for Fagor
and De Dietrich through major nationwide retail channels and distributor
networks. He will also take regional sales responsibility specifically
for Fagor in the South.
Richard Walker, sales and marketing director for FagorBrandt UK says:
'Mark will play a key role in building on the achievements of this year.
The new Fagor range, which we launched in January, has had an incredible
response from customers and Mark's presence can only add to that success.
With both the De Dietrich and Fagor brands outperforming a tough market,
Mark's skills and experience will help bring new customers to our business.'
BCT
Appoints National Contracts Sales Manager to Keep Up with Growing Demand
British
Ceramic Tile
(BCT Ltd) has appointed Paul Berks as its new National Contracts Sales
Manager.
This is a new position within BCT and reflects the growing demand for
BCT products in the contract market.
Paul Berks will be responsible for a number of key accounts, as well as
having the responsibility to develop the contract and specification market
sector for BCT.
Paul has extensive knowledge of working in the tile industry, with 18
years experience of dealing with importers, distributors and manufacturers.
Paul has previously worked for Candy Tiles, part of BCT Ltd.
‘This appointment reflects the growing success of BCT's involvement
in the contract and specification market.
Paul will be an invaluable asset to have on the team opening up new opportunities
and developing business relationships in this increasingly competitive
market,’ says Executive Chairman of BCT, Konrad Goess-Saurau.
Since the beginning of this year BCT has already won several impressive
contracts, ranging from hospitals to high end luxury apartments.
Recent wins have included work on the All Seasons Leisure Centre for CLS
and Chorley Council and a multi-million pound housing project by Lovell
has been secured.
In addition, it is continuing to work with key big name clients including
Connaught, Rok Build, Bupa and GM Procure.
Web: http://www.bctltd.co.uk
New
Sales and Marketing Director at Building Adhesives - Paul Harris Promoted
to New Board Position
Tile
adhesive and grout manufacturer, Building Adhesives
has promoted Paul Harris to the position of Sales and Marketing Director.
The new position as part of the firm's executive team reflects the positive
impact Paul has had since his arrival at Building Adhesives in 2005 as
Head of Sales.
Managing Director at Building Adhesives Limited, David O'Neill commented:
‘Paul has become a valued asset to the Building Adhesives team, and
I am confident he will make a positive addition to our executive team.
Our BAL and Dunlop brands continue to perform well in their respective
marketplaces, and Paul will help us to maintain and build on this success
in the future.’
Paul joined Building Adhesives from Capital Safety, where he held the
position of Sales and Marketing Director, and his experience in sales
and marketing both domestically and abroad has already reaped benefits
for the Building Adhesives team.
Commenting on his new role, Mr Harris stated:
‘I am very proud to be appointed to the new position of Sales and
Marketing Director, and I am looking forward to the new challenges the
role will present. These are exciting times at Building Adhesives - BAL
enjoys an impressive market-leading position, whilst the Dunlop re-brand
is supporting the range's growth within new and existing sectors.’
Paul officially started in his new role on April 1st, and new responsibilities
will include providing a management link between the sales and marketing
departments at Building Adhesives, whilst overseeing the continued growth
of the regional sales teams.
Web: http://www.bal-adhesives.co.uk
Building
Adhesives Appoints Paul Roper as Area Manager
Building
Adhesives has expanded the Midland’s regional Sales Team
with the appointment of Paul Roper as area manager for the North West
region. In his new role, Paul will take responsibility for the sales of
both BAL and Dunlop Adhesives brands in and around Herefordshire, and
as far north as Manchester.
Paul Harris, head of sales at Building Adhesives Limited commented:
'We are delighted to add Paul to our midland’s regional sales team.
Paul has a wealth of experience combined with a strong local knowledge
and I am confident he will become a valuable asset to the Building Adhesives
team; helping to unlock the potential of both BAL and Dunlop brands in
the midlands.'
Paul has fourteen years experience in the construction industry, working
in the builders’ merchants and DIY sectors throughout the North West
region. Moving from Godman Industries, where he worked for seven years
as commercial manager, Paul already has vast experience of both the BAL
and Dunlop Adhesives marketplace.
Paul Roper, commented:
'Working closely within the construction and DIY sectors has given me
a solid platform for my new role as area manager, North West – especially
with regards to Dunlop’s refreshed focus on builders merchants and
DIY retailers.
It is a great opportunity to be working with two prestigious and well-established
brands within the tiling industry, and I am looking forward to the new
challenges the role will bring.'
Paul was appointed by Building Adhesives in February, and has already
established himself as a confident team member. Paul Harris, added:
'Paul was the ideal candidate for this new position in sales, and I am
sure he will contribute to the continued growth and success of Building
Adhesives.'
Web: http://www.bal-adhesives.co.uk
New
Account Manager Joins Just Trays
Just
Trays,
the UK shower tray manufacturer, has further grown its team by taking
on Alan Friar to look after the company’s northern key accounts.
With 15 years' experience, Alan comes from a background of sales, account
management and commercial development. Some of Alan's previous positions
have been with Shires Ltd, Showerlux and Pirelli Cables, where he was
responsible for sales development and account management amongst other
activities.
‘It is a great opportunity for me to work with an extremely professional
team; a team which is renowned for its expertise and ingenuity with a
dedication to customer satisfaction and continuous product development’,
comments Alan, 38.
Just Trays says that it manufactures more shower trays than any other
company in the UK, producing around 6000 units per week from its manufacturing
plant in Leeds. Founded in 1978, the company now supplies many of the
industry's leading shower enclosure manufacturers, merchants and distributors
with a range of high quality trays.
For more details about Just Trays please visit http://www.just-trays.co.uk.
New
Appointment to Dansani Sales Team
Dansani
UK
has announced that Lisa Yeomans is joining the company's sales force.
Lisa has in the past been working with West One Bathrooms and Pennybee
Interiors.
'We are excited to welcome Lisa onto our team and look forward to being
able to keep up with the rising demand for our Bathroom Furnishings,'
comments Christian Asmussen, Dansani UK Sales Manager.
'Lisa has a strong design background coupled with an excellent flair for
customer service. Lisa will be looking after London and the South East.'
Web: http://www.dansani.dk