Construction machinery manufacturing firm Komatsu 海角视频 has promoted employees into management roles, as the company looks towards a successful 2021.
Michael Redshaw, who started out at Komatsu as a 16-year-old apprentice straight from school, is moving up the career ladder and has been appointed purchasing manager, while two former graduate engineers have also achieved manager roles.
Robert Gibson has become quality assurance manager, and Mark Dawson is the new planning manager.
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Tracey Bowman, director of human resources and corporate affairs at Komatsu 海角视频, said: “Michael, Robert and Mark are three fantastic employees, who have excelled in previous roles and I’m certain they’ll bring that same innovation, determination and enthusiasm to their new positions.”
North East technology specialist Advantex has announced several new senior appointments as it invests further to support growth and contract wins.
Stuart McMain joins as senior networks engineer while Danny Thompson and Chris Hillcox come in as electricians. Also boosting the team at the Gateshead firm is Adrienne Lowry, who has been appointed as finance assistant.
Dave O’Connell, operations director, said: “Access to high-quality infrastructure, IT and connectivity expertise and resources continues to be paramount for businesses and organisations working hard during the pandemic while looking for future growth.
“Our continued investment in high calibre people will see us well placed to provide the top-class skills, services and support that clients want for years to come.”
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Northumberland PR and design agency Fusion PR Creative has appointed Richard Easterbrook as its new PR account manager.
Mr Easterbrook joins the team at Fusion after two spells in The Great Run Company, as part of the communications team delivering world-class mass participation events including the Great North Run, Great Manchester Run and Great North CityGames.
He also worked for digital SEO agency Colewood Internet, having spent a decade as a journalist in the regional press, leaving The Northern Echo in 2016 where he worked on the sports desk.
John McCabe, managing director of Fusion PR Creative, said: “Richard’s experience both as a journalist and from handling PR for one of the biggest mass participation events in the world sees him fit perfectly into Fusion’s team.”
Cramlington manufacturer Miller 海角视频 has appointed Darren Allsopp as chief operating officer in a move to supports its export strategy. Mr Allsopp joins Miller with a wealth of knowledge and experience in growing and strengthening corporations, which the firm said aligns with its growth and future global plans.
He has come to the business from the role of chairman emeritus and global chief operating officer at AAF Power & Industrial and prior to that held positions within organisations such as Rolls Royce and Price Waterhouse.
Keith Miller, chairman of Miller 海角视频 said: “We are delighted to bring in someone with Darren’s knowledge and experience particularly in leadership and the growth of international business. He will help to strengthen the executive team and in turn support and develop our talented workforce to help drive the business forward.”
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The Inn Collection Group has appointed a new property director, Louise Stewart, as it continues to roll out expansions plans across the North of England.
Ms Stewart has spent more than 20 years in the commercial property industry and joins the group from consultants Silverstone Building Consultancy, where she was a director, project managing multimillion-pound refurbishments and new-build developments.
Sean Donkin, The Inn Collection Group’s managing director, said: “We are delighted to welcome Louise to the team. As we continue to grow, it is vital we strengthen our team with highly-skilled professionals such as Louise, and we are excited for what she will bring to the group.
“We would like to wish her a long and prosperous association with The Inn Collection Group.”
North East quality assurance software specialist Mesma has made a key appointment as it continues to invest in new product development as part of planned strategic growth.
Ola Awobona joins the Sunderland-based firm as product owner at a time of continued demand from the education and employment support sectors for its quality
assurance software platform, insightQ.
His appointment comes as the firm continues to build on growth plans to add to its client list, which includes Gateshead Council Learning & Skills, North West Ambulance Services, London South East Colleges, TDR Training and Skills Development Scotland and Newcastle University.
Director Louise Doyle, said: “We are excited to have Ola join us, bringing his extensive experience to improve our product offering among clients, who are investing in online solutions to help them achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness to their quality systems.”
Send details of new appointments to coreena.ford@ncjmedia.co.uk