Visual Print’s MD moves To Solopress
Graham Hunstone, managing director of recently acquired print provider, Visual Print & Design, has been hired as head of partnerships by fellow UK printer, Solopress
Compass Business Finance has expanded the roles of two existing employees as well as hiring a new area sales manager as part of a growth phase for 2025
Print-focused finance company, Compass Business Finance, has announced a series new appointments and promotions, which have been carried out as part of its ongoing business expansion.
Bode Adeluola, who works for Compass as a business development manager, has joined the newly established Direct Sales team. In his new role Adeluola will focus on acquiring new customers in Compass’ core sectors, namely print and packaging, manufacturing, engineering, and construction.
Kellie Franklin, who currently works as a finance specialist for Compass, has been promoted to lead an office-based team of business development executives. Franklin has worked for Compass for 12 years and according to Compass, is especially well-regarded by customers in the print sector.
Charlie MacDonald has also been recruited as an area sales manager within an expanding team of finance specialists. Macdonald’s previous experience includes as a direct sales manager for Blue Motor Finance as well as senior investment consultant for One Investments in Dubai. In his new role, Macdonald will focus on the construction sector, with the goal of broadening Compass’ range of customers.
Jamie Nelson, director at Compass, comments: “Our recent investments in support teams, systems, and processes have laid a solid foundation for growth.
“Expanding our sales teams is a key part of our strategy to continue providing exceptional service and support. We are excited about the future and committed to helping our customers achieve their goals. These announcements are just the beginning as we enter a significant growth phase into 2025.”
Compass offers a range of finance options specifically tailored to the printing industry including asset finance, merger and acquisition funding, and professions finance. The company is a member of the Federation of European Screen Printers Associations (FESPA) UK, the Independent Print Industries Association (IPIA), and the British Printing Industries Federation (BPIF).
