Kitchen
Culture Welcomes New Recruit Scott Lawrence
Due
to continuous expansion and success in the kitchen industry Kitchen
Culture welcomes Scott Lawrence to its team of award winning
designers.
Scott joins Kitchen Culture with a multitude of experience within the
kitchen industry: his most recent employment a kitchen designer at Mowlem
& Co.
Educated at the London School of Design, Scott has a firm creative background
that will place him in good stead for the challenges ahead with Kitchen
Culture.
Percy Contractor, Director comments;
‘I am delighted to welcome Scott to Kitchen Culture; Scott's design
oriented background has enabled him to seamlessly integrate with Kitchen
Culture's design philosophy and he has successfully already won several
orders. We look forward to Scott playing an important role in Kitchen
Culture's continued success and expansion programme.
‘Kitchen Culture offers exclusive kitchen solutions that are tailor-made
to suit the individual needs. Whether you are looking for the sophistication
of contemporary design or an elegant timeless look, Kitchen Culture has
a range of designer brands and unique ideas to surpass even the most demanding
customers.’
Tel: 01372 468 469
Web: http://www.kitchen-culture.co.uk
Merlyn
Announces New Appointments
Merlyn
Industries
has made two new appointments within the sales force, following the promotion
of Regional Sales Manager, Tony Lever, to National Sales Manager for the
new brand ‘Vivid by Merlyn’.
Oldham based Tony has been in the bathroom industry for 17 years, and
started his career in retail. Since joining Merlyn in 2002 Tony has enjoyed
considerable success and his promotion is well deserved.
He says, ‘I believe Vivid by Merlyn has huge potential, and is a really sexy product! I am delighted to be looking after this range and am confident it will be a very popular addition to our already great portfolio.’
Michael
Jones (right) will replace Tony Lever, as Sales Manager covering the North
East and Scotland area
Michael
Jones will replace Tony, as Sales Manager covering the North East and
Scotland area. He joins Merlyn from Aqualisa, where he has enjoyed success
in a number of roles, most recently as Regional Manager. Michael is based
in the Doncaster, and is looking forward to covering a territory that
is ‘key to Merlyn's growth’.
Nicola Scott has also recently joined Merlyn as Internal Sales Manager
Nicola will liaise with all the Merlyn Sales Representatives, co-ordinating
orders and working with the logistics and warehousing team to ensure stock
control levels and dispatches run smoothly.
Dana Davies, UK MD of Merlyn Industries says, ‘Tony's promotion and
our expansion come at a very exciting time for Merlyn. We have some fantastic
new products, and we are currently busy preparing to show some of them
off at KBB06. The whole team will be very busy - but that's the way we
like it! Continued investment in our people and infrastructure enables
us to compete competitively in this market’
For stockists contact: Merlyn Industries, 00353 56 7724770 http://www.merlynbathrooms.com
Wellmann
Contracts Promotes Lyndon
Wellmann
Contracts
has appointed Lyndon Brookes designer to handle the design of all directly
placed kitchen orders from the building sector.
Prior to this Lyndon was a contract co-ordinator. He joined Wellmann two
and a half years ago after considerable experience in high street, multiple
and trade kitchen sales.
'His attentlon to detail, accuracy and efficiency has made him eminently
suitable for this important position within Wellmann's successful contracts
team', the company says.
Lyndon, a keen golfer, lives in Bamsley and is married with four children.
Contact Lyndon on 01924 487905.
Web: http://www.wellmann.co.uk
New
Offices and Sales Manager for Microcad Software in UK
Microcad
Software Ltd,
the developer of autokitchen, the Kitchen Design Software powered by AutoCAD
welcomes Richard McCarthy as a Sales Manager UK.
Richard brings with him over 15 years experience in Kitchens design and
sales. Richard who will be based at Scotsbridge House looks forward to
meet with new and existing Microcad customers.
Due to the continued expansion of the company, Microcad Software Ltd has
relocated to:
Scotsbridge House
Scots Hill
Rickmansworth
Hertfordshire
WD3 3BB
Tel: 0845 6340168
The new facility offices offer new improved in-house training for new
customer courses and individually designed courses tailor made for the
customer’s own requirements.
Sanitary
ware manufacturer Laufen has introduced
new recruit Scott Taylor as Area Sales Manager for Scotland, North Cumbria
and North East England.
Following the appointment of Richard Court for the West Midlands, South,
and South West earlier this year, Scott joins Laufen to bring added strength
to the U.K operation.
Scott will play a fundamental role in developing and building dealer relationships
while continuing to promote and enhance the Laufen brand that has already
seen a growth in the UK and Ireland this year.
Scott joins Laufen with strong knowledge and experience of the bathroom
industry. Previous employment with Jacuzzi and Heritage will place him
in good stead for the challenges ahead with Laufen.
Director of Laufen UK, Russell Barnes comments: ‘We are thrilled
to welcome Scott to the team and look forward to him playing an important
role in Laufen's continued success and expansion programme.’
Tel: 01386 422 768
Email: info@uk.laufen.co.uk
Web: http://www.laufen.co.uk
RAK
Ceramics' Sales Force Grows as Company Expands
Ceramic
tile and sanitaryware manufacturer, RAK Ceramics,
has appointed two new key managers to work within its rapidly expanding
UK sales and administration team. Dean Pamphilon and Kimberley van Eyssen
have joined RAK Ceramics.
Dean Pamphilon's role as contracts sales manager will focus on driving
forward the company's market share in both tiles and sanitaryware via
key property developers and housebuilders. Dean is ideally suited to his
new post, having previously worked as sales director at Sorrento Stone
& Ceramics and also distribution sales manager for Olympus Tiles.
‘I want to help housebuilders generate that crucial 'wow' factor
for their bathrooms while keeping a firm grasp on budget,’ said Dean.
‘Harnessing RAK Ceramics' premium products and unrivalled levels
of service is a proven way of achieving this - in partnership all the
way, RAK Ceramics add value and desirability to all sorts of projects,
from residential new build to major civic amenities.’
Dean
Pamphilon (left) and Kimberley van Eyssen (right) - latest members of
RAK Ceramics' expanding UK sales and administration team
Kimberley
van Eyssen is RAK Ceramics' new general manager. Born in Surrey, Kimberley
spent many years in South Africa before returning to the UK in 2003. She
previously worked in management for Tesco and in South Africa her administration
roles were varied and challenging.
‘Our two new personnel join RAK Ceramics at an exciting point in
our expansion,’ said RAK Ceramics managing director Rob Jull. ‘We're
currently launching a number of excellent new products, including Rondo
designed by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen.
‘We will have one of the largest stands at January's KBB incorporating
Expotile 2006 which will not only serve to showcase RAK Ceramics' latest
ranges but also reflect our ever-increasing status within the industry.
For me our progress is all about providing improved product standards
at affordable prices right across our marketplace.’
RAK Ceramics' KBB stand F89/F79 will be in Hall 19, incorporating a four
metre high water feature finished in the company's latest range of wall
tiles.
East
Coast Fittings Makes Key Appointment
Manufacturer
and distributor of quality fittings and components, East
Coast Fittings has appointed David Burley to the newly created
position of Marketing Manager.
David has extensive experience in the industry, particularly in the area
of components and joins East Coast Fittings as the company celebrates
25 years in business and at a time of rapid expansion.
As Marketing Manager he will direct the promotion and advertising of new
products and awareness of East Coast Fittings' activities as the company
continues to introduce new services.
He will also be responsible for new product introduction into the market
as well as identifying new business areas.
‘This is a very exciting opportunity to become an integral part of
the dynamic team that has emerged at East Coast Fittings’ says David
Burley.
‘The company has expanded its operation dramatically over the past
few years to become one of the major players in the industry.
'I am very much looking forward to making a positive contribution to the
continued growth and development of the business.’
Tel: 01664 424288
Web: http://www.eastcoastfittings.co.uk
East
Coast Fittings Expands Service in the North
East
Coast Fittings'
continued expansion of the company’s sales and service to all parts
of the country sees the appointment of Nigel Taylor to cover West Yorkshire
and the Lancashire and Merseyside regions.
Nigel Taylor has 21 years of experience in the KBB sector at various levels
and is a valuable addition to East Coast Fittings team.
East Coast Fittings is celebrating its 25th year in business. A move to
the extensive new headquarters at Rearsby has simultaneously allowed a
step up in supply and logistics along with increased manufacturing and
a rapidly widening product portfolio.
Alongside of this its sales force has been expanded with recruitment of
experienced people from the industry.
Nigel Taylor is the most recent of these appointees and looks forward
to serving a widening customer base in his areas which will be regularly
serviced by deliveries every Tuesday and Wednesday.
Tel: 01664 424288
Web: http://www.eastcoastfittings.co.uk
New
Manager Takes to the Floor at Lathams
Newly
appointed group hardwood flooring manager, Richard Pickles, is hoping
to add a little extra flavour to James Latham's
flooring division.
Richard
has worked for the timber and panel distributor since he joined the company
as a trainee in 1983, and has been involved in the sales side of a wide
ranging product portfolio. After turning his attention to developing the
sales of hardwood flooring, his efforts have been rewarded with this promotion.
Richard comments, ‘I am really looking forward to the challenge of
this new role. Since its launch a few year's ago, the division has gone
from strength to strength, and this is something I am hoping I can build
on.
‘I will be looking to increase our flooring offering, improve all
aspects of customer service and provide a greater focus on large distribution
accounts across the UK.’
James Latham's flooring division has already increased its range this
year with the addition of Canadian Maple, American Black Walnut, and a
choice of oil-finished oaks.
An up-to-date price guide is also available, detailing information on
the entire range of flooring products on offer and a new Latham Guide
to Flooring brochure will be produced during late Autumn.
James Latham continues to add to its extensive range of panel products
and high quality hardwoods, softwoods and timber flooring products.
For further information or to receive a brochure or product guide, please contact the marketing department by phone on 0116 257 3415, email at marketing@lathams.co.uk, or visit http://www.lathamtimber.co.uk.
New
National Sales Manager for Utopia
Utopia
has appointed David Marchant as National Sales Manager. David will take
up his new role at the end of November.
Joining from Grohe UK Ltd, where he held a senior sales position, David
has almost 20 years' experience in the bathroom industry.
Before joining Grohe in 2001, he worked for such leading names as Roca,
Ideal Standard and Shires.
Commenting on his new appointment, David said, ‘I am delighted to
be joining Utopia at such an exciting time.
There are major launches planned for the New Year and I look forward to
making a positive contribution to the continued success of this innovative
and dynamic company.’
Premium
Appliance Brands Continues its Expansion
North
West based white-goods company Premium Appliance
Brands (PAB) has announced its second expansion in two months,
with new signings Tristan Edwards and Barbara Nuttall.
Both join the team as sales administrators and will process sales orders,
liaise with customers and distributors and maintain accounts, and will
each focus on different sections of the marketplace.
Tristan Edwards joins the firm from Baylis Distribution and will process
bulk deliveries to distributors and orders for small appliance brand Mistral.
Barbara whose last role was in the accounts and administrations department
of Topgrade Sportswear Ltd, will handle sales administration across all
warehouse deliveries and stock orders within PAB.
‘I am delighted to welcome Tristan and Barbara to the team.’
says PAB Managing Director, Guy Weaver. ‘They bring with them significant
experience and will make a valuable contribution to the company.
‘This is the second expansion for the company in as many months and
we hope to be announcing more new recruits soon.’
Norske
Interiors has Appointed a New Sales Agent for Mermaid Waterproof Wall
Panels
Norske
Interiors has appointed a new agent, Mike Rogers,
to continue the retailer sales service for Mermaid waterproof wall panels
following the retirement of long serving agent, Arthur Leech.
Having
been in the bathroom industry for thirty years, Mike Rogers is bringing
with him an extensive knowledge along with excellent customer service
and experience of the retail market.
Now covering the North East and Cumbria for Mermaid wall panels, Mike
has built good relationships with bathroom specialists as well as builders
merchants and is also currently an agent for a number of other products
across the bathroom industry, including shower enclosures, brassware and
bathroom furniture.
Mike joins Norske Interiors as an agent at an interesting time, following
the recent introduction of twenty new decorative Mermaid colours and the
forthcoming launch at KBB 2006 in January, on stand number A14, Hall 6.
Amongst the new decors on display will be the subtle hewn rock effect
of contemporary Slate and the new ripple textured panels of White Muro
and Cream Muro, offering a tactile experience.
For further information, visit Norske Interiors at KBB 2006, NEC, Birmingham,
22-25 January 2006. Stand number A14, Hall 6.
Tel: 01472 240832
Email: sales@norske-int.co.uk
Web: http://www.norske-int.co.uk
Maytag
UK's New Service Appointment
Maytag
UK has appointed Steve Burns to Independent Service Partner
Manager. Steve co-ordinates and trains Maytag's team of independent service
agents, as well as developing new and existing relationships throughout
Great Britain and Ireland.
Steve
has joined from a service engineering background bringing a wealth of
valuable experience having worked as a Senior Engineer with Hotpoint and
a decade running his own white goods retail and service operation. Steve
says of his appointment, ‘This is the perfect role for me as I have
experience in retail and service and I fully appreciate the need of retailer
and the independent service engineers' brief. To this end I hope to extend
this empathy providing the necessary 'tools' to make our partnership,
from all aspects, a long lasting success. This is a very exciting time
and one where I hope to make that difference in aiding the company to
reach the highest levels of customer care and service performance standards.’
Steve will be working alongside the team at Maytag's headquarters in Redhill
and operating from northern England reporting directly to David Gouch,
Customer Care Director, and Maytag UK. ‘It is an inherent part of
our strategy to provide service the American way, in an effort to meet
our customers expectation. It is our intention to drive and harness all
aspects of customer service, after sales and delivery to the fullest extent,
ensuring we support the retailer by adding value to all Maytag's brands
through service excellence.
Steve's appointment is key to our continuing development of providing
the best in customer care and service. His valuable retail and service
experience adds another dimension bringing total understanding of the
depth and breadth of our partners' needs.’