People: New CEO at energy supplier; Management changes at home builder; and more

Harrogate-based energy supplier CNG has announced the appointment of Paul Stanley as its new chief executive officer.

CNG recently celebrated 25 years in business and sees Stanley’s appointment as a pivotal move to secure its continued success in an ever-changing energy industry.

An expert in transformational change, serial entrepreneur Stanley, will take the lead on shaping the future offering of CNG’s business as it continues to diversify its portfolio in line with consumer demand.

CNG MD Jacqui Hall will remain at the forefront of the business, working with the CEO and existing Senior Leadership Team, in her new role as president.

Hall said: “Our mission has always been to be the best, not just in our own industry, but in business overall. We are thrilled to welcome Paul Stanley, he has an incredible range of expertise which we know will boost our capabilities, offering and delivery as we move into the next 25 years of CNG.”

Stanley added: “It is a crucial time for the energy industry as suppliers seek to meet changing needs and expectations for a more sustainable future.

“Digitalisation of our industry continues and I am looking forward to working with everyone here at CNG to ensure we continue to be seen as market leaders with the right infrastructure and technology to serve today’s energy users.”

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John Handley

Redrow Homes (Yorkshire) say management changes at its business reflect a strong commitment to developing talent and promoting from within.

John Handley has been promoted to managing director after seven years as commercial director.

Existing commercial manager Bill Parker will now head the commercial team, while senior quantity surveyor Stuart Hill becomes chief quantity surveyor. And, in the technical team, senior designer Christopher Peatfield has been promoted to design manager.

Taking charge of the Wakefield-based operation, which has about 12 housing outlets in North, West and East Yorkshire, Handley said: “Redrow has an excellent reputation for home-growing and developing talent.

“I’ve been working towards this role over the last three to four years and have undertaken specific leadership training within the business designed to accelerate and facilitate the transition.

“It’s very satisfying to see the roles of other team members evolving too.”

Handley, who lives in York and is married with a four-year-old son, joined Redrow 20 years ago as an assistant quantity surveyor. He had a BSC (Hons) degree in quantity surveying from Leeds Metropolitan University and had previously worked for a local construction company and then Barratt Homes.

He said: “As managing director I’ll now be looking for us to buy more land for future development, to ensure the division remains productive and profitable and, above all, to empower the team and make sure we’re all working together to provide quality new homes and sustainable communities.”

Redrow’s Yorkshire operation currently has clusters of developments around Leeds, Wakefield, Huddersfield and Harrogate, and is gearing up to launch 56 new homes in Swanland, near Hull.

It is already redeveloping the old Bishopgarth police training centre in Wakefield and is developing circa 20 acres of land at Thorpe Park Leeds with up to 300 new homes.

The division directly employs around 150 people, while providing work for hundreds more sub-contractors and those employed in the supply chain.

Parker first joined Redrow in 1998 as a graduate trainee and stayed for 10 years. After a short spell away from the business he returned in 2010 as a quantity surveyor, rising to become commercial manager in July 2018. He now heads the quantity surveying and buying team in Wakefield.

Hill has been with Redrow for six-and-a-half years, originally as a graduate trainee after graduating from Sheffield Hallam University with a BSC (Hons) in quantity surveying. He’s progressed steadily through the ranks to his new position of chief quantity surveyor.

Peatfield came to Redrow just under four years ago as a senior designer after studying architecture and working for David Wilson Homes.

Redrow’s Group HR director, Karen Jones, said: “All these promotions are symbolic of our approach. Redrow continues to lead and inspire the next generation of homebuilders through its apprenticeships, graduate training programmes and other initiatives.

“Nationally, over 15% of our workforce are on a structured training programme and John is among the 50% of directors who come from internal promotions.”

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The financial planning arm of Yorkshire and North Derbyshire independent chartered accountants firm, BHP Financial Planning, is continuing to expand its team of talent with the appointment of Tim Clasper as a chartered financial planner.

Working alongside BHP Chartered Accountants to ensure a coherent approach to financial planning for business owners and directors, Clasper will also look after a range of private clients advising on cash flow planning, inheritance tax and pensions.

The 26-year-old will be based in the firm’s Leeds office, reporting directly to Joy Clegg, managing director of BHP Financial Planning.

He said: “I am excited to have joined a firm that is growing at the rate BHP is. They have a modern approach to working with accountants and dealing with clients, with a focus on lifestyle financial planning.

“Working in Leeds – the financial centre of the UK outside of London – will allow me to support some really interesting and innovative businesses and shareholders in achieving their objectives.”

Prior to joining BHP, Clasper studied Business Economics at Northumbria University, and progressed through the St James’s Place Next Generation Academy, whilst completing professional exams.

Following his training, he worked as a wealth management consultant for St James Place Wealth and subsequently Walker Crips in York.

He added: “I believe the average age of a financial advisor is in their 50s so it’s nice to try and breathe some fresh air into the industry.”

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Outdoor media specialist CP Media has appointed Steve South as commercial director, part of ambitious plans to double turnover within the next three years.

South brings 30 years’ sector experience to the role, gathered through regional managing director positions and by leading teams in high profile media organisations, such as the Guardian Media Group, BBC, News UK and Bauer Media (formerly EMAP).

The appointment is part of CP Media Group’s wider strategic growth objectives. In his new role South will be supporting the CP Media and Eye Airport teams, helping both to grow sales as well as their portfolio of assets.

He will also use his leadership experience to create even stronger teams and help nurture the established people culture within the businesses.

Mike Brennan, chief executive of CP Media, said: “We are delighted to welcome Steve South to CP Media.

“He not only brings a wealth of experience to the position, but also an in-depth knowledge of the media sector that will prove invaluable. This really positions us well with our ambitious plans to achieve future growth and diversify our media portfolio even further.”

South added: “I’m delighted to be joining CP Media at what is a very exciting time for the business. It has excellent teams, fantastic products and services and it’s a great place to work. I am very much looking forward to further developing the positive culture.”

Community Partners Ltd, which trades as CP Media, is headquartered in Halifax.

 

 

 

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