Clearview National January 2016 - Issue 170 | Page 74

MOVERS&SHAKERS

Cambridge graduate
strengthens PR division
»»Purplex, the specialist
marketing agency for the construction and
building products industry, has recently
welcomed a further addition to its PR
division.
Having graduated from Cambridge
with an upper second in History, 24-year
old Simon Hann has a wealth of writing
experience from past stints as a freelance
journalist and researcher. His attention to
detail, writing style and creativity are already
proving a valuable asset to the PR team at
Purplex.

Andrew Scott, Purplex Marketing MD,
commented on the appointment: “I believe
Purplex’s status as a leading marketing agency
for the build environment is reflected both by
the calibre of our clients, as well as the highly
skilled, valuable workforce we attract. Simon’s
appointment reinforces our commitment to
provide quality, effective PR for the companies
we work with.”
“The entire team at Purplex is extremely
dedicated, and I feel lucky to be part of
such a vibrant, creative environment,” said
Simon.

Call 01934 808132 or visit
www.purplexmarketing.com

New Group Managing Director Appointed
»»Polyframe, one of the UK’s
largest independent window and door
fabricator, is pleased to announce the
appointment of Ian Macdougal as Group
managing director.
Owner and Chairman of the Polyframe
Group of companies, Martyn Buckley
commented: ‘”Ian brings with him a wealth of
senior management experience having worked
for Marshalls PLC, a multi site operation in
a number of strategic positions. Polyframe is
continually looking at ways to grow, and the
skills that Ian brings to the business will be
instrumental in our business plans as we move
forward into the next phase of growth.”

Ian has been involved in both high capacity
manufacture and more bespoke fabricating
businesses, and will ensure that Polyframe
continue to lead the market in both terms of
growth and innovation.

“Polyframe is an exciting, fast moving
organisation operating to very high standards,”
comments Ian, “with an outstanding track
record of enjoying solid growth over the
years.
“With a strong focus working with trade
centres and installers, adding value through its
service, I am looking forward to working with
the management team to help them build on
this success.”
Ian will work closely with the current
Group MD, Chris Watson who retires later
this year.
www.polyframe.co.uk

Rewarding Talent From Within
VITA Hardware has promoted Sarah Manogue to Northern
Region Sales Manager as part of a restructure of its
team and product portfolio over the last 12 months.
»»The business, which
has more than 30 years’ global
experience in hardware design and
manufacture, says the restructure
is to ensure even stronger
foundations for the coming
decades.
Sarah comments: “I’ve worked
in the industry for 11 years and
originally joined VITA in an

office based customer support
role. I got such a buzz working
with customers that I was keen to
get out on the road and do this
job face to face rather than just on
the telephone. I’m delighted that
the relationships that I’ve built
up with VITA customers and my
experience of hardware solutions
have led me to be promoted.”

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Stewart Lamb, VITA’s
Managing Director adds: “Since
I took over the reins 12 months
ago, our focus has been on
streamlining our product range,
building strategic partnerships
with well-known brands and
ensuring the team is right to
take on our ambitious growth
targets.”

Contact 01422 371384 or visit
www.vitahardware.co.uk