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Following a series of strategic divisional structures, Avonside Group has appointed Bill Rumble as managing director of its energy division.

The distributor of specialist building products has appointed Steve Davies as SIG Distribution’s new divisional sales director for the north.

Phoenix Brickwork is expanding its UK reach with the appointment of several new team members.

The Builders Merchants Federation has appointed Rachel Fryers, director of Merritt & Fryers in Skipton, as a board advisor with effect from 1 April, 2021.

James Dowson, who works at Ibstock Brick Birtley in Chester-Le-Street, has been announced as the company’s Apprentice of the Year.

Beena Tanna has been appointed to lead the British Board of Agrément's new client engagement team, with the aim to help drive forward the board’s objective to embed customer service at the heart of its organisation.

With 45% of construction companies anticipating a rise in output during the year ahead, Klober’s timely appointment of Chris Nicholls as commercial director, will help the company meet contractor demand for advice and project support in 2021 and beyond.

Klober has enhanced its commercial team by appointing Tom Holden as an area account manager.

Sika’s Roofing team has appointed Tim Halls as national sales manager for new build roofing in England and Wales.

Vertik-Al has appointed two new specialists to its business improvement and maintenance teams, as part of its continuous investment and improvement strategy.