Bob Marsden to take charge of Nolte UK

28 Apr, 15

Richard Pedgrift enters semi-retirement after 10 years with the company

Retail sales manager of Nolte UK Bob Marsden is set to succeed Richard Pedgrift as country manager UK on May 1, 2015.

Pedgrift has worked for the company for 10 years, with four years spent as country manager, and will go into semi-retirement, working for Nolte Kitchens in a consultancy role.

Marsden will continue to oversee the UK sales operation, working with Gordon Boyd and Eddie Streader. But he will also be tasked with developing the Nolte Direct studios growing them from 75 to 150 providing national coverage.

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Nolte Kitchens export director Matthias Berens commented on Marsden’s promotion: “With major events ahead, including the opening of a Westminster flagship showroom and various trade fairs, I am delighted that we have been able to find the new country manager in our midst.

“Bob Marsden has been involved in our direct retail scheme from Day 1 and through his invaluable experience will no doubt adapt to his new role very quickly.

“We are glad Richard Pedgrift has agreed to take on a consultancy role to facilitate this transition and assist with further projects. His in-depth knowledge of the industry was key to Nolte’s successful development in the UK. We thank him for his past commitment – and welcome him back to the team.”

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