Movers & Shakers
Dawn Cross Appointed as Communications Manager
» WINKHAUS UK HAS appointed Dawn Cross as its new Communications Manager, further strengthening its marketing team at a time of continued growth and innovation.
Dawn brings over 17 years’ experience in senior communications and marketing roles, spanning both B2B and B2C environments across manufacturing, construction, and distribution.
Dawn Cross commented:“ Winkhaus is a highly respected name in the industry, known for its focus on quality, innovation and customer success. I’ m excited to join the team and contribute to its ambitious plans for the future.”
Her appointment is part of a wider investment in marketing and communications to support the company’ s expanding added value product service and solutions portfolio, and brand presence across the window and door sector.
Andrew Wilkins, Head of Marketing at Winkhaus UK, said:“ Dawn is a key appointment as we continue to evolve our marketing offer to meet the needs of fabricators, installers and end users. From impactful content to campaigns that drive sales growth, her expertise will help us support our customers more effectively than ever.”
www. winkhaus. co. uk
KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER PROGRAMME ASSOCIATE APPOINTED
» ASSA ABLOY OPENING Solutions UK & Ireland Door Group( Door Group) is delighted to announce the appointment of Cormac Hardy as Electronic Design Engineer, through the Knowledge Transfer Programme Associate initiative from Ulster University.
Part-funded by Innovate UK, the Knowledge Transfer Partnership scheme brings together forward-thinking businesses and expert academics to tackle strategic innovation challenges to deliver economic, societal or environmental outcomes.
Support and leadership are provided through the university’ s School of Engineering Faculty, while the student undertakes the day-to-day job with the business.
This new full-time role is based at Door Group in Lisburn and is a two-year position. As part of the role, Cormac will be involved in a real research and development project that is hoped to generate future products, revenue and profit for the business.
Brian Sofley, Managing Director at Door Group, explains:“ The programme provides a link between university and business, with the objective that businesses can develop ideas better and faster by connecting them to the right expertise and next generation of new talent.”
www. assaabloy. com
Two digital access specialists expands team
» ABLOY UK HAS EXPANDED ITS team as part of its ongoing commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and growth within the industry.
Darren Keating has joined as Technical Sales Manager for SMARTair, and brings over two decades of specialist experience; across high profile hospitality companies and venues, holding senior positions for over a decade. A key part of his responsibilities will involve working closely within the hospitality sector.
Jay Stopes has been appointed as Regional Sales Manager for Digital Access Solutions for the Southeast, covering areas including Kent and Sussex. Jay will be responsible for delivering compliant digital access solutions; driving growth in digital key technologies, and ensuring customers receive solutions that align with their operational goals.
Jay began his career through an on-site apprenticeship focused on security systems installation, including CCTV, alarms and access control. Over the last four years, he has developed key technical knowledge and a reputation for delivering reliable, client-focused solutions across a range of vertical markets including healthcare, education and hospitality. www. abloy. com
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