Clearview National October 2016 - Issue 179 | Page 84

MOVERS&SHAKERS Expert Team Expands »»ERA HAS FURTHER strengthened its key account management team with the appointment of Colleen Rouse and Matt Elener. Both Colleen and Matt join the business in response to “significant” business growth in 2016. Paul Reid, Group Sales Director, comments on the contribution Colleen and Matt will bring to ERA customers: “Colleen and Matt are both dynamic operators – they have extensive experience in other challenging areas of the construction sector. We need strong, expert people in this business and Colleen and Matt are already making a significant impact.” Both Colleen and Matt have held senior key account management positions in their previous roles and bring a fresh perspective to ERA. As Matt Elener comments: “ERA is a fantastic business, I’m impressed by the speed and pace that we make things happen for our Colleen Rouse ERA customers.” Similarly, Colleen, who has held board-level positions in a range of building materials businesses, is very much in tune with the needs of her customers. She says: “I’ve worked both sides of the table Matt Elener ERA from a negotiation perspective and I think this gives me a unique perspective. I’m really looking forward to working with ERA’s key account customers and helping to further develop and shape these relationships.” WELL-KNOWN INDUSTRY FIGURE APPOINTED »»BI-FOLD SPECIALIST, TWR Bifolds, has appointed a new Northern Sales Manager as it continues on its impressive growth trajectory. The appointment follows exponential growth at the family-run firm, which is now manufacturing on average 60 aluminium bi-folds per week. Jacky Black is a well-known industry figure with more than 15 years’ experience in the industry and previously worked at Roto Frank as Sales Manager. In her new role, Jacky will be using her industry knowledge and sales experience to promote the benefits of TWR and its aluminium bi-fold doors. Managing Director, Terry Richardson, says TWR has further plans for growth and the new appointment will help them achieve this. He said: “I’m delighted to welcome Jacky to the team, who will work alongside Gillian Coldwell who joined last year. More and more installers are looking NEW MD FOR FULL SERVICE AGENCY »»IN A MOVE TO consolidate the next growth period, Lucia Di Stazio has been appointed Managing Director of MRA Marketing. Founder, Mike Rigby, who becomes CEO and plans to maintain a daily presence in the business, explains: “We’ve come a long way in the 25 years since we began and have built a solid reputation in building materials, construction and home improvement markets. The business is continually evolving and moving forward so it’s timely that at this significant milestone, we put in place the foundations of a strong and sustainable future.” Lucia has been with the business for 19 years, starting in MRA’s research arm and heading up the division. She has spearheaded MRA’s PR and Marketing operation for the last 10 years. “Lucia’s considerable ability to react to market trends and convert insights and intelligence into proven brand- 84 » OCT 2016 » CL EARVI E W- UK . C O M building strategies ensures MRA’s future growth is in excellent hands,” adds Mike. “MRA is a true full service agency with a growing team and ambitious goals,” adds Lucia. “We attract and work with customers who share our appetite for growth. We’re entering an exciting phase and it’s one that I am extremely proud to lead.” www.mra-marketing.com. Follow @MRAMarketing to capitalise on the lucrative sales opportunities offered by premium products, such as aluminium bifolds, in the domestic market. In particular, we are seeing overwhelming demand for coloured products and she will focus on promoting our premium colour service for aluminium bi-folds.” Jacky comments: “I’m excited to be joining a business that is doing so well and is also keen to keep investing in its growth and development.”