SECTOR INSIGHT
HOPPE( UK) strengthens team with three strategic appointments
» GLENN RICKWOOD succeeds Christopher Mills as logistics manager who recently retired after 25 years of dedicated service. Glenn’ s extensive background in implementing warehouse systems and managing stock positions him as the ideal candidate to lead the logistics team within the Wolverhampton distribution centre.
Gary Cooper has been appointed as business development manager. Gary’ s background includes roles with Doorset Solutions and
Leaderflush Shapland, before its acquisition.
He has a strong track record in hardware scheduling, estimating, project management and sales across the door manufacturing and hardware industries; his wealth of GAO reflects his ongoing commitment to the industry.
Finally, Yvette Barker joins as technical sales support executive, bringing over 25 years of industry experience. Having worked at Cooke Brothers and Simonswerk, Yvette has deep technical knowledge of architectural hinges and door hardware and is able to support the sales team with product enquiries.
Ged Ryan, CEO at HOPPE( UK), said:“ HOPPE prides itself on recruiting knowledgeable staff who are
committed to the industry. Glenn, Gary and Yvette bring exceptional knowledge and experience that will benefit both our team and our customers.”
www. hoppe. co. uk
» THIS YEAR’ S CEREMONY MARKS the 45th GAI Education Awards, which is recognised as a flagship event in the annual architectural ironmongery calendar and for the second year running, Allegion UK is sponsoring this award to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the rising stars of the industry.
Pete Hancox, Country Manager at Allegion UK commented:“ Allegion has long been a champion of professional
ALLEGION UK CELEBRATES EXCELLENCE IN SCHEDULING AS RETURN SPONSOR OF GAI EDUCATION AWARDS
Allegion UK is proud to return as sponsor for this year’ s Diploma in Scheduling award at the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers( GAI) Education Awards, taking place at London’ s Grand Connaught Rooms on Thursday 20th November.
development within the architectural ironmongery industry, and our ongoing support of the GAI Education Programme reflects our commitment to elevating standards, encouraging education and fostering new talent.
“ DipGAI is recognised worldwide, and we are incredibly proud to celebrate both the exceptional individual achievement this award represents, and most importantly, the pivotal role the Guild plays in our industry.”
www. gai. org. uk www. allegion. co. uk
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