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<\/p>\nYork-based craft beer brewery, Brew York, has appointed Geoff Hodgson as chairman in a move to expand the geographical reach of its beers.<\/p>\n
The company, which has recently announced several major UK supermarket listings including Asda, Morrisons and Co-op, has a portfolio of nine locations in Yorkshire.<\/p>\n
Brewing since 2016, Brew York is known for its innovative beers including Coney, Time Travelling Taxi, Juice Forsyth and Maris the Otter.<\/p>\n
Geoff brings decades of executive and non-executive level experience including The Inn Collection, Federation Brewery, Newcastle Breweries, Northumbria Taverns and Wear Inns. He will work closely with Brew York founders Wayne Smith and Lee Grabham, as well as the senior management team, as they approach their 10-year anniversary.<\/p>\n
Brew York managing director, Wayne Smith said: \u201cTo have someone of Geoff\u2019s calibre on the Brew York team \u2013 with the years of experience and success he brings is immense. We\u2019re really excited to welcome him and are already enjoying the new dynamic we have.\u201d<\/p>\n
Geoff added: \u201cBrew York is in a great position in the market due to the hard work and dedication of Lee and Wayne and I\u2019m relishing the challenge of helping them maximise the opportunities they\u2019ve created as they move into their next phase of growth. It\u2019s a very exciting period for the company, and I am very pleased to be part of its story.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Sheffield\u2019s Wake Smith Solicitors has appointed a new director and head of employment and HR services to lead the department and drive growth.<\/p>\n
Liam Kenealy has more than 18 years\u2019 experience in advising both employers and employees on a full range of employment law issues.<\/p>\n
He has worked with a wide range of employers and employees on complex workplace matters including in the hospitality and manufacturing sectors at various local law firms.<\/p>\n
Liam said: \u201cI hope to bring my practical, approachable, solutions-focused advice and build on what is a strong and growing team that is already providing relevant and logical advice to an expanding number of local businesses in the region.\u201d<\/p>\n
Paul Gibbon, joint managing director at Wake Smith Solicitors said: \u201cLiam is a superb addition to lead our employment team. We are thrilled to have him join as a director. He is highly respected in his field and brings sector knowledge across all areas which will be important in growing Wake Smith\u2019s legal business portfolio.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Timothy Taylor\u2019s has appointed Ian Sykes as sales director.<\/p>\n
Sykes is currently sales director \u2013 on trade route to market at Molson Coors Beverage Co Ltd, where he has delivered several significant achievements through his 25 year career. ![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/oct_25\/Ian-Sykes-225x300.jpg\")
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Andrew Carter, chief executive officer at Timothy Taylor\u2019s, said: \u201cI am delighted that Ian will join our executive leadership team, bringing strong leadership skills and excellent long-term customer relationships, to build on the outstanding work that has been done by Paul Matthews during his time in the role. We will continue to build our long-term customer partnerships and invest in the quality or our beer, our brand and our people, to grow our leadership position in the cask ale market.\u201d<\/p>\n
Sykes added: \u201cI\u2019m absolutely delighted to be joining Timothy Taylor\u2019s Brewery. It\u2019s a fantastic brand with a rich heritage and an unwavering commitment to quality cask beer. I\u2019m really looking forward to working with the team to build on the great work that they have already delivered.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Andy Bath has been promoted to managing director at Elevation Recruitment Group.<\/p>\n
Over the last 15 years, Andy has played a pivotal role in shaping the company\u2019s culture, success, and reputation in the market.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessdesk.com\/_files\/images\/oct_25\/8ef6641d-d056-4c4f-94c7-fe755c88fd34-2-300x300.jpeg\")
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As managing director, Andy will now formally take on the day-to-day leadership of Rotherham-based Elevation Recruitment Group. This appointment recognises his contribution, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to both our people and our clients.<\/p>\n
Greg Parkinson, CEO of Elevation Recruitment Group, said: \u201cThis promotion is a big and heartfelt one for me, having worked with Andy for nearly 15 years and witnessing first-hand his growth and progression throughout the business. Andy is a rare breed, always chasing the next challenge and milestone. His leadership blends genuine care for his team with a strong commercial focus that has always delivered exceptional results. This promotion is thoroughly well-deserved and a testament to his dedication and impact he has had on the Group to date.\u201d<\/p>\n
Bath added: \u201cI\u2019m extremely proud to be stepping into the role of managing director after 15 fantastic years with Elevation Recruitment Group. I want to say a huge thank you to Greg for his leadership and support, and to the amazing team around me who make this business what it is. I\u2019m so proud of what we\u2019ve achieved together so far and genuinely excited about what\u2019s ahead for Elevation.\u201d<\/p>\n
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