Movers & Shakers
New UK National Sales Manager and International Sales Manager
» LEADING BI-FOLD hardware manufacturer Debar , has strengthened its internal team by promoting two key members of staff at its headquarters in Bradford .
Since joining the company more than 10 years ago , Andrew Fawthrop has been fundamental in not only helping to develop the Debar brand when the company first started , but for also looking after both the organisation ’ s export customers , and customers in the north of England .
With a wealth of knowledge and experience of the industry , Andrew is the perfect fit for the UK National Sales Manager role which will see him mentor and coach Debar ’ s sales reps .
Having worked at Debar for seven years , Tim Shaw is no stranger to the bi-fold market and understands the importance
of keeping on top of industry developments . As International Sales Manager , Tim will keep a close eye on worldwide trends to drive growth in key target markets for the company in the future , as well as overseeing the rollout of the international sales strategies .
For more information email sales @ bifold-hardware . com or call 01274 673 547
New marketing executive strengthens team
» YALE DOOR AND Window Solutions has appointed Brittny Brown as its new marketing executive . Brittny will be providing support to the wider marketing and sales team , taking on responsibility for the day-today marketing and communications activities .
Brittny graduated with a degree in Marketing , Advertising and Public Relations from Birmingham City University . Speaking of
her new position , she said : “ I ’ m thrilled to have joined such a dynamic and creative marketing team . Yale is a household name and as a market leader for home security , will offer plenty of opportunities to develop my skills .
“ I love how Yale is continually innovating and adapting the home security market for its customers and I ’ m looking forward to getting involved with new , upcoming projects .”
Gemma Diratzonian , Head of Manager for Yale , said : “ Brittny is a great addition to the business , and we are looking forward to working with her on exciting opportunities ahead in 2023 .
“ As a company , we are committed to strengthening and developing our team so that we can continue to offer our fabricator and installer customers the best service .”
www . yaledws . co . uk
Experienced general manager to help pursue excellence
» AN EXPERIENCED NEW employee is set to drive operational excellence at fast-moving Cotswold Architectural Products . Yvonne Dixon joins as the company ’ s General Manager after thirty years spent in senior roles across the engineering sector .
Highly experienced at managing large , complex organisations , Yvonne will take the lead on customer service , purchasing , order processing and health and safety .
She ’ s also overseeing an ambitious project to upgrade the Cotswold HQ – including new signage , electrics , a new computer system and the creation of a new distribution area .
Yvonne comments : “ I love the variety – in this role , I touch on all the different areas I ’ ve worked on in my previous career . It ’ s hugely gratifying to be helping Cotswold as it embarks on this exciting new phase in its history .”
Cotswold Managing Director Tim Ferkin adds : “ Yvonne will play a critically important role as we seek to grow and develop Cotswold , and pursue excellence in everything we do .
“ I want to thank her for her hard work so far , and look forward to working with her closely in the months and years ahead .”
www . cotswold-windows . co . uk
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