Coventry & Warwickshire chamber appoints city engineer as new president

ONE of Coventry’s best known engineers has been appointed as the new president of the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce.

John Nollett, who has a deep-rooted background in manufacturing and engineering in the region, takes over from Paul Carvell of the SFB Group.

Mr Nollett began his career with Pailton Engineering in 1987 as an apprentice and climbed the ranks to be Group Managing Director.

During that time, he has also played a key role within the Chamber as well as launching his own business consultancy and also recently he became CEO of Pressmark Pressings in Atherstone.

He said: “I am absolutely delighted and proud to be the new president of the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce.

“For many, many years, I have been involved with this great organisation and have seen first-hand the support that it gives to businesses across this wonderful region.

“That’s everything from getting businesses started, right through to helping them trade overseas through the International Trade Hub at Chamber House.”

Louise Bennett, chief executive of the chamber, said: “We welcome John as our new president and we know he will be a great champion for the region.

“He has a rich knowledge of the manufacturing and engineering sector in this area and is a fantastic advocate and example of the benefits of exporting – which is key to helping businesses across this patch grow.”