Brexit no barrier to expansion

 The leading spill containment specialist recently appointed Sean Lightheart as group marketing manager, bolstering the company’s strong management team. An experienced digital practitioner, Lightheart will be responsible for the continued strategic development of Empteezy’s brands, with a particular focus on increasing its digital presence.

Since starting the business in 1986, founding director Bruce Wishart has grown Empteezy to over 200 staff and has reported a turnover of €90 million in the last three years. In 2016, exports from its UK manufacturing base increased by 18% versus 2015 and overall, turnover increased by 8% versus 2015. 
An integral part of the company’s international growth strategy, Lightheart will ensure Empteezy remains on the front foot with emerging digital tech advancements and trends within the industry, capitalising on international opportunities, especially in mainland Europe. Drawing from significant manufacturing marketing experience Lightheart was initially exposed to at VELUX, he has transferred these skills to various sectors ranging from property to boxing and IT.

Empteezy has also appointed three other positions. Jim McCleary has joined as group operations director, Christina White has been recruited as the company’s new group health and safety environmental manager, and Tom Hamilton as group buyer.

Speaking about his new position, group marketing manager Sean Lightheart said: “I am really excited to be part of a such a large international group. The core values and culture of Empteezy are integral to continuing the longevity, well respected and established reputation of the company. 

“My immediate area of focus will be to leverage digital marketing to further accelerate growth of the business. Founding director, Bruce Wishart, added: “I’m confident Sean’s appointment will continue raising Empteezy’s international profile, and develop the business on new platforms which will enhance our presence within the industry.

“Sean’s experience as a digital practitioner will bring another dimension to the company and help us thrive in an environment which is continually evolving.

“Empteezy’s growth and development is clear to see, and I’m delighted to welcome Sean, Jim, Christina and Tom to the business. The first three months of 2017 have been a real success, and I’m confident this will continue throughout the year”.