People: M-AR; Laseraid UK; Fox Agency; Black Eye Project

Offsite modular manufacturer M-AR has strengthened its leadership team by promoting Paul Cunniffe and Mark Fox to sit on the board as directors.

They will help to shape the future of M-AR as it continues its projected growth over the next five years with a focus on serving the residential, education and commercial sectors.

Cunniffe, M-AR’s new preconstruction director, is responsible for overseeing all projects prior to works starting on site, seeing them successfully through the tender process and on to site. He will act as custodian of this process, smoothing the way and making sure clients are kept informed throughout while continuing to build the foundations to support M-AR’s future growth trajectory.

Fox, having recently been appointed to the role of operations director, is responsible for all operations both in the factory and on site.

Ryan Geldard, director at M-AR, said: “We pride ourselves on being a forward-looking, innovative and dynamic company. The fact that our board of directors all share the same passion for the fantastic work we do for our clients helps us to constantly look at different ways of working to get the best possible outcome for our clients. I’m proud to have Paul and Mark on the board – they’re both key assets and great people.”

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International supplier of aesthetic laser devices, Laseraid, which has offices in Leeds, has appointed Guy Bunn as chief operating officer to lead its continued expansion in the UK.

Bunn joins the group from Crown Lift Trucks, a family-owned business with US$4bn in global revenues. After starting out as a rental sales cadet, he worked for Crown for some 25 years, most recently as head of its UK Rental, Dealer and Used Equipment businesses.  Prior to that, he managed Crown’s Australian Rental Division before leading its Asia Pacific Rental Division.

Jamel Hussain, commercial director of Laseraid UK, said: “Over the last 12 months, we have established Laseraid as a fast-growth industry leading player in the UK aesthetic and beauty market. We are confident that, with his many years of experience in both business development and operations, Guy will continue to build on the solid base we have established here. We are fortunate to have attracted such a capable and enthusiastic individual as Guy to take over the management and ongoing growth of the UK business.”

Bunn added: “Having spent my career working for a successful international business, I am excited by the prospect of joining the Laseraid UK team and using my experience to help drive the business forward at such a crucial time in its development. As the UK’s first ‘one stop shop’ for supplying the growing market in aesthetic laser provision, Laseraid is well-placed to revolutionise the industry as its unique subscription-based offering to clinics continues to gain momentum.”

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B2B tech marketing specialist Fox Agency has employed ten new people to bolster its expertise across all departments.

Increased client demand for global live video shoots, high-end 3D work and an increased requirement for demand generation across B2B tech markets has led to the agency expanding its skills and capacity in areas including Video Production/Motion & 3D, Creative & Digital Design, Organic & Paid Search, as well as in finance and PR.

Fox Agency welcomes Paul McNulty as Video Producer and Director, Olivia Gaunt as Finance Manager, Gracia Novoa as Digital Marketing Specialist, Katherine Skidmore as PR Executive, Lorena Herbert as Creative Resource Manager, Didi Crawford as Senior Account Manager, Laura Willox as Account Manager, Charlie Pearce as Junior Strategist, Sofia Ntalampira as Middleweight Designer, and Ben Nickless as Senior Digital Designer.

Fox Agency director Nelson McConnell said: “With the multiple new business wins, our people count going over the 55 mark and securing a coveted place on Campaign’s Best Places to Work 2022, it’s been another exhilarating year. It’s always important to keep broadening expertise throughout all agency areas and we’re delighted to welcome these ten new talented superstars on board.”

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Sheffield-based creative agency Black Eye Project has appointed two new senior members of staff as the business continues to grow and expand its global client base.

“Following several new account wins, including energy solutions giant, Glow-worm, we find ourselves in the position of needing more like-minded individuals to help us continue to do better for all of our clients,” said Jim Lobley, co-founder of Black Eye Project.

Dan Basu joins as Account Manager and Peter Norris takes on the role of Head of Client Services.
Lobley added: “Dan and Peter undoubtedly complement our existing team. It’s very clear to me that they’re keen to pull out all the stops to help our clients, and the agency, expand and succeed even further.”