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APPOINTMENTS
Martin Roberts unveiled as EMCRC's first board member
New director for property agency Commercial property firm Innes England has promoted Matt Howson (pictured) to director after five years working across a range of property sectors in the East Midlands. Now championing the agency's contracts with household names such as The Co-operative Group, Matt started work as a chartered surveyor and then became an associate director for the company in 2018. His rise through the company has seen him manage commercial property and land, across various sectors, on behalf of regional and national clients while he also advises clients on the acquisition, disposal, rent reviews and lease renewals of various property portfolios. Matt said: “It’s an honour to mark five great years at Innes England with this much-appreciated promotion. Since joining back in 2016, I’ve enjoyed helping the company to grow both our team and our client base. “2020 was a challenging year for everyone, especially landlords and tenants, so helping people to navigate that difficult time was a priority for us. While 2021 has continued in similar fashion, I’m looking forward to assisting our clients and driving the business forward.” Gary Woodward, director at Innes England, added: “Throughout his time at Innes England, Matt has been invaluable in growing the business and the glowing reviews he gets from clients speak for themselves.”
Role at Interflex for Paul Neale A Nottinghamshire manufacturer has created a new commercial director role as part of the company’s diversification and expansion strategy. Automotive parts manufacturer Interflex has appointed Paul Neale to the post. He brings with him over 15 years of experience working in the automotive and manufacturing industry, including senior sales and consultancy positions. Based in Langar, Interflex manufactures a range of NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) and sealing solutions for vehicles including door seals and interior trims. Paul’s role at Interflex involves overseeing the sales, marketing and commercial sectors of the business, as well as co-ordinating its overall commercial direction. “I’m delighted to be working in this exciting new role at Interflex,” said Paul.
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The managing director of Derbybased Neuways has been announced as the first board member of the East Midlands Cyber Resilience Centre (EMCRC). With over 25 years’ experience in the IT industry, Martin Roberts has vast knowledge in how to help protect businesses against cybercrime. He has led managed support service provider Neuways since 2016, helping clients secure and grow their business through strategising and implementating effective IT solutions. The 60-year-old is also the managing director of partner company Neustro, which delivers functional and technical consulting and development for users around the world. Launched in March last year, the EMCRC is a not-for-profit partnership between policing, academia and private industry, committed to helping protect businesses in the East Midlands region from cyber-crime. Martin said: “I believe cyber security, or a lack of it, is the single biggest threat to any business and the quest to protect organisations from this threat drives everything
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we do at Neuways. “When the opportunity came up to become a board member, I jumped at the chance to contribute to the wider efforts across the region. Together, we can educate businesses to protect themselves as robustly as possible from this 21st century threat.” Detective inspector Matt Carson, director and police lead of the EMCRC, said: “Martin brings a wealth of experience, both in the cyber security industry and as a successful MD and business leader. “He has a real passion and considerable experience in helping businesses become cyber-resilient. This aligns perfectly with the centre’s ethos and we are very much looking forward to working together.”
JMS Engineers promotes Bhavin Parmar to civils production director JMS Engineers has announced the promotion of Bhavin Parmar to the role of civils production director, following six years at the company. Reporting to business development and civils director Andy Kenyon, Bhavin will provide operational and technical leadership to the team of civil engineers with the aim of growing the civils business across the JMS Group. The group – which has its headquarters in Suffolk and an office based at Friars Mill, Leicester – provides structural engineering and audits on construction projects across the UK. Andy said: “Since Bhavin first walked through our doors, we knew he had a great deal to offer the company. Not only is he an exceptionally talented engineer but he has also demonstrated exceptional business development skills, with a client-focused approach, to drive the civils division forward.” Commenting on his promotion, Bhavin said: “I’m really pleased to achieve this next step in my career. The support from the whole team has been fantastic, particularly among members of the JMS board. “JMS is a great advert for the value of family-owned businesses, and I’m incredibly proud and thankful to have been able to contribute over the years. “I look forward to using my experience and creativity to ensure we continue to provide exceptional solutions for our clients.”
