Carl Hodgson, who, along with Paul Bartholomew, has moulded the direction of SignFab (UK) since its conception in 2001, will now take on the role of chairman. Hodgson will have a strategic view and financial oversight of the company, and ensure it continue to meet the needs of the sector.
Bartholomew will become managing director and take on responsibility of the day-to-day running of the company, with support from two new directors and supporting management teams.
I look forward to many improvements during 2018 and beyond, many of which have already been identified and aim to ensure both our existing and new customers feel the benefits of these changes with immediate effect”
“To be announced as managing director of Signfab, illustrates yet again one of the company’s main objectives of promoting from within,” Bartholomew says, adding: “It is something we are very proud of and will continue to do in all areas.
“I look forward to many improvements during 2018 and beyond, many of which have already been identified and aim to ensure both our existing and new customers feel the benefits of these changes with immediate effect.”
Meanwhile, Mike Smith will move into the role of operations director, taking up responsibility for the management of key departments such as health and safety, purchasing and marketing.
For Signfab, 2018 is all about making our service the best it can be and focusing on quality”
In addition, Steve Muton will now take up the position of production director at SignFab (UK).
Hodgson adds: “For Signfab, 2018 is all about making our service the best it can be and focusing on quality. I am adamant that the new structure of management and supervisors throughout the organisation will succeed in giving the sign industry a trade supplier that is fully competent and who can deliver every expectation.
“For me personally, the last 17 years have been an incredible journey. I could not be more proud in the way we have all evolved and grown during those years. However, this next phase of the company development is as exciting as anything before it.
“We have a truly excellent team of staff, customers and suppliers going into 2018.”