MOVERS & SHAKERS
THE SEARCH CONTINUES
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IN SEPTEMBER THIS YEAR, NIGEL Rees announced his retirement after 14 years as Chief Executive of the Glass and Glazing Federation. The company have now began the recruitment process for his successor however, the Board could not arrive at a consensus to appoint any of the candidates and will now begin the recruitment process again.
Due to these unforeseen circumstances, the GGF Board has unanimously agreed to appoint Brian Baker, former GGF President and current Chairman of the Board to act as interim Chief Executive until a new permanent Chief Executive is appointed.
Alan Burgess, GGF President-elect commented,“ Finding the perfect replacement for Nigel is perhaps the single most important appointment we as directors are likely to make.
Alan continued,“ In anticipation of a large leadership vacuum at the GGF, I am delighted that our retiring President, Brian Baker, has most kindly agreed to step into this role until the arrival of the new CEO. As President for the past 3 years and vice President for two years prior, Brian couldn’ t be more passionate about the GGF, its staff and Members. He has invested much personal time and overseen many challenging issues, particularly over the last year. He is the ideal interim replacement.
http:// www. ggf. org. uk
A familiar face
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EPWIN WINDOW SYSTEMS IS preparing for another busy year in 2017 by strengthening and expanding its sales team. And as well as some new faces, the company is delighted to announce the return of a familiar face.
Paul Lindsay has rejoined the company as Sales Director, after a sabbatical in glazing industry recruitment. Having held similar posts with Epwin previously Paul has spent more than 22 years in the industry in senior roles and is highly regarded for his experience and insights.
Paul said:“ The attraction of a return to Epwin was too strong to ignore. It’ s a very different business today from the one I left 4 years ago, and having taken a close look at the company as part of the process of re-joining, I am very impressed with everything that is going on. We have so much to offer now, in terms of product development and customer support and the plans I have seen for next year and beyond made the decision very easy for me.”
‘ too strong to ignore’
Further information may be found at http:// www. epwin. co. uk
Developing trade sales
Profile 22 manufacturer, Kingfisher PVCu Windows and Doors Ltd of Drighlington, Leeds, has appointed Nick Hibberd, as their new Sales and Marketing Manager.
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MANAGING DIRECTOR, NEIL Webster said:“ We were looking for someone with an all-round sales and marketing experience who had the capability and motivation to drive the business forward.
“ Nick’ s initial focus is to develop our Trade sales business, pushing Profile 22’ s new Optima range of flush fitting casement and tilt and turn windows to a new audience throughout the Yorkshire region. Alongside this, we also have a number of other niche products that, with his help, will open up new opportunities. These include our own composite door range, composite fire doors, aluminium windows, doors and bi-fold doors as well as other hybrid products,” he added.
It was the Optima range of windows, designed and launched by Profile 22, that recently won
‘ exciting times for Kingfisher Windows’
the coveted‘ New Product of the Year’ category at this year’ s G Awards;“ These are exciting times for Kingfisher Windows,” explains Nick,“ and I am very honoured to be part of it.
www. kingfisherwindows. co. uk
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