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This list showcases the top United Kingdom based Manager operating in the Electrical Distribution space. If you think a Manager is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on editor@beststartup.co.uk.
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Companies House UK, Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Aaron Hall
Advanced Technology Solutions Manager of Anixter International
Aaron Hall is an Advanced Technology Solutions Managers at Anixter, Europe’s largest supplier of wire and cable, communications, security and networking solutions. He has over 22 years experience specialising in data centres, connectivity, containment, environmental and power management. Aaron joined Anixter in 1995, and spent his early years in sales for the South-East region including Contractor Account Management and Multi-National Business Development for the Enterprise Connectivity Solutions division, before joining the Demand Creation team. Aaron’s technical knowledge led to his current position; a role in which Aaron serves as a technical Interface for end clients, customers and key supplier partners.
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About Anixter International: Anixter is an online distributor of network & security solutions, electrical & electronic solutions and utility power solutions.
James Veninger
General Manager of Cambridge Display Technology
With more than 20 years of experience in technology research, manufacturing and product development, Mr. Veninger oversees CDT’s commercial, strategic and technical operations as General Manager. Prior to joining CDT, Mr. Veninger served in various senior management and executive roles at Philips, including Vice President of Operational Excellence for Philips Semiconductors Division. During his tenure at Philips, Mr. Veninger was Vice President and General Manager of its Emerging Display Technologies division from 2002 to 2005, the Philips entity responsible for the OLED and E-Ink displays businesses, and which commercialised CDT’s technology in the form of shaver screens and cell phone sub-displays.
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About Cambridge Display Technology: Cambridge Display Technology develops and commercializes polymer organic light emitting diodes.
Sarah Lewis
Sales Administration Manager of Pyronix Ltd
Pyronix is a leading manufacturer of innovative security equipment. After finishing at comprehensive school, I decided I would further my education and attend a Sixth form, where I studied business and leisure. My dream job was to be an air hostess, so I completed all the required courses, however when I attended an interview I was told I wasn’t tall enough to complete the role! I then thought about getting an apprenticeship so I would be earning some money along with gaining practical skills to start my working life. Pyronix offered me a secretarial apprenticeship, which I took with open arms! The environment at Pyronix is great, a real family environment and it’s fantastic to see how the company has grown over the years, which motivates me as I want to part of their success.
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About Pyronix Ltd: Pyronix Ltd is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of products and technologies for use in the security industry.
Steven Plant
Technical Support Manager of Pyronix Ltd
Pyronix are a UK based, family run company and as a result its employees really are made to feel part of the family! I started in the Security Industry as an apprentice Alarm Engineer shortly after leaving school and after serving my apprenticeship, I worked in various roles before becoming an Engineering Manager. I then started my own company with a former colleague, providing subcontract labour to various companies After dissolving the company in 2008, I worked various Engineering roles, before being offered the position of UK Technical Support Manager at Pyronix in 2012. It has been a refreshing change to work for a manufacturer and I have been allowed to build a team of experienced former engineers, with the full support of my superiors, while introducing many changes to improve the overall effectiveness of the department. I also get the opportunity to travel the country visiting customers to provide training, which I enjoy very much.
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About Pyronix Ltd: Pyronix Ltd is a market-leading designer and manufacturer of products and technologies for use in the security industry.
Ross Watkins
People Analytics & Reporting Manager of EDF Energy
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About EDF Energy: EDF Energy is a producer of low-carbon electricity that has 35 wind farms – including two off-shore.
Duane Newman
Senior Research Engineer & Engineering Manager of IAP Research
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About IAP Research: IAP Research, Inc. develops and markets electromagnetic metal forming technology, magnetic processing of metals and ceramic powders.
Keith Maclean-Martin
Technical Manager of Piller Power Systems
Keith Maclean-Martin is the Technical Manager for Piller UK Ltd. He has more than 12 years of experience working with high power rotary UPS solutions in both Project and Sales related roles. During this time, he has developed his knowledge of not only the UPS, but also the supporting systems through industry recognised courses, enabling him to offer optimised solutions to best achieve client’s requirements. Keith is responsible for developing and overseeing the solutions offered, delivered and supported by Piller UK Ltd. While ensuring they not only meet current standards, he assists with the integration and development of innovative market leading solutions.
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About Piller Power Systems: Piller Power Systems manufactures high capacity rotary UPS, hybrid rotary UPS, diesel rotary UPS, static UPS and. static transfer switches.
