Appointments: Daniel joins MSL and more…

CHEADLE-based insurer MSL Legal Expenses has boosted its sales team with the appointment of Brian Daniel as business development manager.

Mr Daniel was previously a regional account manager at 3 Arrows Leasing, part of Avis Europe, where he spent 10 years providing legal expenses products to brokers across the North East region.

Mr Daniel, said: “Providing excellent customer service has never been more important than in these difficult times. Combine that with our competitive and range of products and an efficient claims operation, I believe we have a compelling and strong proposition for broker clients.”

::

CREATIVE agency McCann Erickson Communications House has appointed Ric Hayes as digital integration director.

Mr Hays returns to McCann after a 4 year gap where he established the ‘Zed’ digital brand in New Zealand.

In his new role, he will focus on working with McCann’s existing digital teams, including social media, online media, mobile and website creation, to devise digital solutions that harness the appropriate technologies and techniques to drive client’s business.

Robin Wilson, digital PR & social media director, said: “Digital is a real growth area for the agency and we’re always seeking to recruit digitally creative and experienced individuals. Ric’s wealth of knowledge will make him a valuable asset.”

::

MARKETING agency GyroHSR has strengthened its management team with the appointment of Adam Fothergill as group account director.

Mr Fothergill has 8 years experience in the industry working for agencies including JWT, Tequila\TBWA and most recently Love Creative.

He will lead an existing account handling team at Gyro and also work with Ewa James, client services director, to maintain and improve client service levels and help to drive new business.

Danny Turnbull, general manager at GyroHSR, said:”This appointment further demonstrates our commitment to investing in the growth of the business, despite the economic conditions affecting the industry, ensuring we’re perfectly placed to keep building on our success to date.”

::

LIVERPOOL-based firm Redwood has appointed Mike Barrow as business development director.

Mr Barrow, 46, has over 20 years experience in the printing industry having previously worked for retail printing and point of sale specialists.

Jon Aindow, managing director of Redwood,said: “Mike will help us strengthen the team and expand our new eco friendly printing service throughout the region.”