People: Ipsos Karian and Box; Cap hpi: RAP Industrials and Renewables; and more

Ipsos Karian and Box, the UK employee experience division of global research company Ipsos, which is headquartered in York, has expanded its marketing team by welcoming two senior hires.

Vikkie Buxton Cope and Kate Went join as head of business development and marketing, and marketing and internal communications manager, respectively.

Buxton Cope, based from the Manchester office, joins from employee wellbeing consultancy Robertson Cooper, where she built and led the business development and marketing function over 17 years.

Went, based at the York HQ, previously managed marketing at employee engagement consultancy scarlettabbott for five years, following roles in the legal and construction sectors.

Buxton Cope, who will oversee the newly formed Business Development and Marketing team, bringing together two additional team members, said: “Ipsos Karian and Box have an unrivalled reputation in the employee survey space.

“The academic rigour that unpins the work we do for global clients is industry leading and what we’re well known for.

“But how we help our clients turn that data into action is perhaps our best kept secret and I can’t wait for us to start telling some of the stories behind the stats.”

Louise Breed, UK CEO of Ipsos Karian and Box, added: “Workplace culture is a crucial barometer and getting the employee experience right is fundamental.

“We help our clients navigate these complex challenges every day to deliver the best possible experience for their people.

“I’m excited for us to apply that same passion and commitment to ourselves through the wealth of expertise and experience Vikkie and Kate bring to the team.”

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Leeds-headquartered Cap hpi says it will bring its new vehicle data and valuation operations together to create greater flexibility around customer requirements and drive innovation.

Stacey Ward has been appointed senior data director to head the combined operation.

She has worked across Solera companies since 2018, and her previous roles included leading Autodata and the WLTP integration project for cap hpi. She will report to Antonio Sanchez Garcia, VP of Data Development at Solera.

Chris Wright, vice president of North Europe for Solera, said: “Stacey has a wealth of experience across Solera and within cap hpi.

“Her drive and focus in delivering change across Autodata and cap hpi is clear. The changes will unlock a new focus on operational excellence and greater flexibility to meet customer requirements.”

Chris Plumb will head the car valuations team following Derren Martin’s departure later this year.

The forecast strategy team will continue to be led by Dylan Setterfield.

Dionne Hanlon has been promoted to head commercial vehicles and motorcycles. Jon Clay, identification director at cap hpi, will also leave the business in the coming weeks.

The restructure will also see the cap hpi consulting team working with the data teams to drive new insights for its customers, including 55 OEMs, fleets, insurance and finance companies.

Ward said: “The team at cap hpi deliver the data, insight and technology that drives the industry forward.

“By bringing the new vehicle data and valuations teams closer together, we can react more quickly and flexibly to customer needs. The changes will also help to speed up the pace of innovation across the business.”

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RAP Industrials and Renewables has appointed Jimmy Gilling as the new branch manager for its Sheffield location.

Located at Holbrook Industrial Estate, RAP Sheffield recently expanded its capabilities by integrating Gatley Fluid Power into its offerings.

This move positions the Sheffield branch as a central hub for delivering solutions in electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and renewables.

Gilling joins RAP with over 20 years of sales and managerial experience in the electrical and plumbing industry.

His extensive background will guide the Sheffield branch through a new phase of growth and service excellence.

He said: “I’m thrilled to take on this challenge at RAP Sheffield. I look forward to bringing my experience to the team and contributing to our shared mission of supporting industrial clients with the best possible service and expertise.”

Ryan Hopley, managing director, added: “Having Jimmy join our Sheffield team is an exciting step forward.

His experience aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing comprehensive, seamless solutions to our customers and I’m confident his leadership will help us enhance our service offerings and continue to build trust as a leading partner in the industrial sector.”

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Calbee UK, owner of Bradford-based Seabrook Crisps, has appointed Jon Wood to the position of group managing director, replacing previous MD Daniel Woodwards.

Formerly group commercial director for the company, Wood brings with him more than 14 years’ experience in the business.

Having also worked at Mars for more than six years, his background in FMCG spans more than two decades.

He said: “Our exciting growth plans make this the perfect time to be taking on the MD role.

“Since joining the Calbee group in 2018, we’ve doubled the size of the Seabrook brand and subsequently the UK business through step changing the investment in our brands (both Seabrook and Harvest Snaps) and by expanding the breadth of our product offerings through capital investments in capability and capacity.

“This has enabled Calbee to consistently outperform the category in what has been a highly competitive and challenging market landscape.

“The next phase of our growth is no less ambitious, as we continue to build on the branded gains already made on both Seabrook and Harvest Snaps.

“As we move forward, we will further leverage the huge breadth of innovative product technologies and market-leading brands available to us through the wider Calbee group, with the UK playing a leading role in Calbee’s global growth aspirations.”