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People on the move: key North East appointments and promotions

Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Aspire Technology Solutions, Route, Raby Estates, NEPO and Haines Watts

Tom Howard outside Aspire’s head office at Pipewell Quay(Image: Stephen Tait)

Gateshead-based Aspire Technology Solutions has appointed Tom Howard as chief financial officer.

Mr Howard will join the board of Aspire, a leading IT managed service and cyber security provider, to play a pivotal part in steering the company’s financial strategy and help drive its continued growth. He has a strong track record as a commercial CFO in both SMEs and large corporates having held key positions including director at PwC and, more recently, group managing director at marketing agency Reprise º£½ÇÊÓÆµ.

He said: “I am delighted to join the Aspire team at this exciting juncture. Aspire’s mission to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions that focus on customers, people, innovation and growth deeply resonates with me, as does the positive and high energy culture. I look forward to contributing to the company’s continued success.”

CEO Chris Fraser said: “We are delighted to welcome Tom to the Aspire team. At Aspire, it’s our mission to deliver technology like no other. Tom’s wealth of experience and strategic financial acumen will be invaluable as we continue to drive our ambitious growth agenda.”

Greg Paterson, Route’s new head of client servicing. Credit: Lee Dobson(Image: Lee Dobson)


Newcastle-based media agency Route has appointed Greg Paterson, as its head of client planning. Mr Paterson has over 20 years’ experience working with major brands on their media strategy, with his past client portfolio including Kellogg’s, HSBC, Vauxhall and Microsoft.

He is returning to the region to lead client planning at Route where he will be responsible for all client strategy and planning, while also cementing the team’s knowledge and skillset across all media. Co-founder Darren Davidson said: “I’ve known Greg for around 20 years and have kept track of his impressive career, stellar track record and multiple award wins. Having him join us in the North East is a huge coup - in our view there is no-one in the region who can match Greg’s level of experience or capability. We’re thrilled that he recognises the huge opportunity we have here at Route to continue our growth, His experience leading on major accounts across multiple, fast-moving sectors, from retail to technology, finance and automotive make him an invaluable addition to our team.”

Mr Paterson said: “I’m delighted to be back in the North East and to have joined such an established and rapidly growing agency. I’m looking forward to getting stuck in, working closely with such a talented and close-knit team, all of whom are passionate about our industry and delivering big results for clients.

“I’ve always admired what Darren and Ben have built at Route over the last eight years, which is why I am so excited to be returning to my home region to drive forward our ambitious plans for further growth, new client wins and service innovations.”