Alpha Manufacturing welcomed Michael Whitfield to the company as commercial director.
The Hixon-based company named Michael in the role to support their growth and drive the company forward.
In his new role, Michael – who has worked for JCB for 15 years – will work with commercial director Robin Eley and technical sales engineer Corey Hammond to develop relationships with new and existing customers.
Michael Whitfield
Michael said, “As someone passionate about the engineering and manufacturing industries, I have followed the development of Alpha Manufacturing and the entire Bri-Stor Group for a long time and have always been impressed. Something that really stands out is the way Alpha values its employees and has such strong relationships with its customers.
“I have no doubt that Alpha has an exciting future ahead of it as it continues to grow and I look forward to being part of this journey.”
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The tire giant Michelin has appointed Conor Twomey as communications director for Great Britain and Ireland.
The role includes public relations, social media, events and internal communications in the UK and Republic of Ireland and covers the full Michelin brand portfolio including car, motorcycle, bicycle, truck, bus, agricultural and construction tires, the world. prestigious Michelin guides, as well as Michelin’s growing interest in sustainable industries such as hydrogen energy and high-tech materials.
Conor brings more than 20 years of both journalism and public relations experience to his new role at Michelin, having worked for numerous media outlets in Ireland and the US before starting a new public relations career in 2010, moving to the UK In 2013.
Since then he has worked in PR for Jaguar, FIAT, Alfa Romeo and most recently Mitsubishi, where he also oversaw social media, events, internal communications, partnerships and government affairs.
Conor Twomey
Chris Smith, Managing Director for the UK and Ireland, said, “As Michelin continues to evolve to meet changing consumer needs and make the environment a key focus, it will really help us to have a seasoned communicator like Conor To have on board to make it accessible to the broadest possible audience. His interest in anything mechanical means that he instinctively knows which of Michelin’s many interests to focus on in the most exciting way possible. “
Conor added, “It is an exciting time to join Michelin. The brand looks very much into the future and attaches great importance to sustainability and growth with, around and beyond tires.
“I have a wonderful team of people to work with, there is so much in the pipeline and I can pursue my interests in any area of mechanics from motorcycles to quarry trucks to hydrogen-powered Le Mans racing cars. “
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The sheet metal specialist KMF has appointed Ashley Mulby as Business Development Manager.
In his new role, Ashley – who joined the Newcastle-under-Lyme business from Heamar in Congleton – will support the group’s ongoing growth plans and be responsible for finding new customers, developing existing relationships and increasing sales.
He will spend his first month in the workshop to really understand KMF’s products and processes and to build relationships with his colleagues.
Ashley Mulby
Ashley said, “KMF is a well known local company and I really wanted to work here. I have a background in their industries and have also completed an apprenticeship in CNC machining so my industry knowledge is great which really helps with my day-to-day role.
“I want to grow with the company and let it grow with it. The number of people celebrating here for more than 25 years is awesome.”
General Manager Gareth Higgins added, “We are very excited to welcome Ashley to KMF. He has made a great impression so far and we are very excited to have him work in the shop to fully understand the business.
“We appreciate this commitment and his initiative and look forward to what he can bring to the company.”
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A growing chartered surveyor has made two new appointments.
Jonathan Cornes Associates of Newcastle-under-Lyme has welcomed Anthony Bunn to the company as Business Development Manager and has promoted Clare Maughan to Director of the Company.
Anthony joins the company after working as a freelance marketing, PR and copywriter while Clare, who joined the company in 2017, is transitioning from her previous role as a senior surveyor.
Clare said, “I really enjoyed my time at JCA and loved being part of a progressive, successful team that is built on strong values and provides thorough service to its customers.
“I am of course very pleased to become a director and very much look forward to continuing to make the company more successful.”
Anthony Bunn and Clare Maughan
Managing Director Jonathan Cornes said, “We know the pandemic affects everyone in and out of the business world, and as a company, JCA has worked diligently to ensure we are able to provide the same level of professional surveying services and support as we can we have always done it, but with an increased focus on safety and risk assessment.
“We are excited to welcome Anthony on board the JCA team, who has excellent networking, content and marketing skills and will seek to creatively fuel our search for more new business while Clare joins the company from day one has fitted in and worked brilliantly in the four years she has been here – she deserves her promotion and we appreciate her contribution, expertise and enthusiasm as a director at JCA. “