Methven has strengthened its UK operations with two new appointments.
As part of Methven’s dedicated growth strategy, Catherine Seville-Clare joins the business as the head of UK marketing, whilst Chris Billingham has been appointed as Methven’s new innovation programme manager.
With over 50 years’ combined experience throughout the bathroom and kitchen industries, Chris will be responsible for managing the development of latest product innovations and Catherine will be developing marketing strategies for both the consumer and commercial markets.
Following an extensive career in senior brand marketing and product management positions for Jacuzzi, Twyford, PJH and most recently JLA Group, Catherine will lead the strategic implementation of Methven’s online and offline marketing activities.
Catherine said: “Methven is synonymous throughout the industry for delivering unrivalled product quality and efficiency. I am delighted to have the opportunity to work closely with the team to utilise my knowledge and deliver effective strategies across both the Methven and Deva brands. I look forward to a successful and busy year ahead.”
Chris has joined the business after an established career developing products for brands including Mira, Rada, Kohler and Vax. Specialising in improving time to market, product flexibility and the enhancement of customer experience, Chris will be working as part of Methven’s cross functional UK team alongside Methven in New Zealand and GWA Group in Australia.
Chris said: “It’s fantastic to be assisting the sustained growth of the business through the development of innovative new solutions. I am driven by developing products that add meaningful value to customers, which is an ethos that lies at the very core of Methven’s beliefs. I look forward to a longstanding relationship with the team as we continue to push the boundaries of product innovation throughout the industry.”