Clearview Midlands September 2013 - Issue 142

movers&shakers NEW PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL ANNOUNCED Woodworking and joinery manufacturing firms that are part of the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) will receive increased benefits and opportunities to participate in industry development, as part of plans announced by David Pattenden, the new President of the BWF. David Pattenden is Managing Director of Specialist Joinery (South) Ltd, which trades as Westgate Joinery and Hailsham Joinery. He set up the business 23 years ago, and has been an active and committed advocate for the industry throughout this time. David has served on BWF’s Council since 2005, becoming a director and BWF officer in 2007 and holding the post of Senior Vice-President since 2011. David Pattenden has already made his mark on BWF strategy, particularly for his involvement in BWF Members Day 2013 for which David was instrumental in making a free place available to all members for the first time. He says: “We are seeing continued significant membership growth – about 80 new applications to join the BWF in the last six months alone, compared with just over 100 in the whole of last year. But I don’t simply want to see numbers going up; our aim is for active participation, debate and input from all member firms.” A DECADE TO DIRECTOR Kent Home Improvements is glad to welcome the appointment of Mike England as its new Sales Director. At the tender age of 16 Mike started with Kent’s and now celebrating his 10th year with the company, he has been justly awarded with his new position. Mike was quoted to say, “I am thrilled to take on the role with Kent Home improvements, 10 years have flown by, I love the interaction with our customers and I am looking forward to growing the business even further.” TRADE & DIY SUPPLIES Mike has been working very closely with Kent’s customers and has become a very valued team player. His recent achievements include the instrumental part he played in Kent’s CE marking strategy for all its windows, doors, and conservatories. Further expansion East Anglia based trade fabricator Pyramid Windows has further expanded its team with the appointment of Vinny Zagni. Vinny joins Pyramid’s order processing department following major growth of the company and will help ensure operations run smoothly during this busy period. Sales Director Ian Cowling comments: “The appointment of Vinny means we can offer the same level of service to our customers whilst we continue to expand. We’re delighted to welcome him to the team.” Vinny Zagni says: “It’s a very exciting time to be joining Pyramid and I look forward to helping the company grow even further in the future.” Vinny is one of several recent new appointments at Pyramid Windows as the company looks to grow further. 76 SEP 2013 To read more, visit www.clearview-uk.com

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