On the move: the latest East Midlands hires

Saxilby-based software specialist OrderWise made an internal promotion.

Jessica Davy began her career with the company as an accounts software specialist two and a half years ago. After rising through the ranks, she has been promoted to department manager.

Davy said: “It feels great to be promoted and I’m really excited about the opportunity, which has definitely come at the right time. Following our recent expansion, I feel like this is the next step.”

She added: “In my new role I’m looking forward to having more of an influence on decisions that will have a direct impact on clients. As well as overseeing the financial side of things I’m going to be able to build rapport with clients and make sure that they receive the best service when coordinating their particular software package.”

Managing director David Hallam said: “At OrderWise we have a real commitment and vested interest in our staff and it’s always great to see their confidence grow as they progress in their careers. Jessica has worked in the accounts specialist department for over two years and has proved to be very capable of leading the team. We wish Jessica the best of luck in her new position.”

The Pentaxia team

Advanced composites manufacturer Pentaxia has appointed Russ Meddes as business development director, as its begins its move into a new six-acre site on Alfreton Road in Derby.

Meddes has 30 years’ experience of technical management in multidisciplinary teams throughout the UK.

Stephen Ollier, managing director at Pentaxia said: “We are particularly pleased that Russ has joined Pentaxia at a time when the company is experiencing rapid growth. Russ has a wealth of knowledge in the advanced composite arena, developing leading edge components and production processes across a wide array of markets.

“He is well known and respected throughout our industry and I am confident he will play a vital part in helping us develop the right technologies to be able to offer our future customers the services they need from our new production facility.”