On the move: the latest East Midlands hires
Architecture and construction consultancy YMD Boon has appointed Steve Day as senior architect.
He joins the firm’s Derby office.
He said: “YMD Boon has a strong presence in the region and that, mixed with the company’s impressive portfolio, track record and ambition for growth, is what drew me to the position.
“I look forward to working closely with the talented team on many exciting projects in the years to come and helping the company strengthen its architectural offer and further raise design standards.”
Shari Setayesh, director at YMD Boon, said: “Steve is a multi-skilled professional with invaluable experience across a range of sectors and is a fantastic addition to our team.
“His appointment is part of our continued growth plan to enable us to further support our growing client base and ensure we maintain the high standard of excellence we set ourselves. It’s great to have him on board.”
Sharon Affleck
Lincolnshire potato supplier Branston has appointed a new sales and marketing director.
Sharon Affleck, who will be responsible for commercial insights, sales and product development at Branston, has more than 20 years’ experience in fresh produce.
Affleck began her career in technical and account management looking after avocados, apples and pears at Worldwide Fruit and prior to joining Lincoln-based Branston, worked her way through the ranks at fresh food supplier G’s Fresh from commercial manager, through to managing director of G’s Fresh Vegetables.
She said: “I’m really excited about my new role at Branston. I was attracted to the company because of its great reputation in the industry and its ambitious plans for growth.
“The business has made some significant investments in technology and factory processes across its three sites and is continuing to evolve – I look forward to helping shape the company through this important next phase and developing even stronger relationships with customers.”
