On the move: the latest East Midlands hires
Nottingham managed IT services provider Littlefish has appointed Laura Storrs as its finance director.
Storrs worked for an accountancy practice for seven years, before moving into industry, where she spent over a decade at Northcliffe Media, and more recently worked as finance director of rail industry outsourcer Infra Safety Services (ISS Labour).
She said: “I’m very pleased to be here at Littlefish, it’s refreshing to be part of a dynamic, agile and forward-thinking organisation that embraces collaborative working. Having experienced an industry suffering decline and managing the associated challenges of diminishing revenues, I’m relishing the opportunity to be part of a disruptor, focused on the challenges that rapid growth and expansion can present businesses.”
Steve Robinson, managing director of Littlefish, said: “We’re delighted to attract someone of Laura’s capability and experience to Littlefish. The knowledge and insight she brings are key to maintaining our sustainable growth and her appointment further reinforces our reputation for building a leadership team of the highest calibre, as we continue to develop and deliver our market-leading proposition.”
Paul Owen
Leicestershire Promotions, the independent tourism specialist, has appointed Paul Owen as its new product manager.
Owen brings over 35 years’ experience of the local and national travel industry to his new role and will be responsible for developing the company’s Stay Play Explore short breaks.
Prior to joining Leicestershire Promotions, Owen worked as marketing manager for Millington Travel and was business development and marketing manager for Roberts Travel Group.
Martin Peters, chief executive of Leicestershire Promotions said: “Paul has a wealth of experience in the travel industry, particularly in commercial and product development areas, and his appointment will further strengthen our dedicated team. His expertise and experience will help us to drive continued success from the Stay Play Explore offer.”
