For 12 years in his previous role, Simon provided expert advice on subfloor preparation and floorcovering installation to flooring contractors, distributors and retailers, including conducting site visits and advising on the best course of action for particular flooring projects where F. Ball products were used.
He will now manage and support the company’s network of regional technical representatives across the south of England and work closely with F. Ball wholesalers to grow sales whilst identifying and developing new market opportunities.
Simon began his career in the flooring industry after leaving university in 1998, when he started working for a friend’s family’s flooring distribution business. He later held sales and on-site technical support roles at other well-known flooring industry companies before joining F. Ball in 2008.
Commenting on his promotion, Simon said: “I’m delighted to have the opportunity to progress my career and develop new skills within a company I love working for. Apart from growing sales in difficult circumstances following coronavirus and lockdown, the main challenge will be building on the great work of an already successful team. This is made easier by our expert technical knowledge, which means we are able to offer a service that others can’t. Together with products that provide real benefits over competitors, this enables flooring contractors to deliver unbeatable results for clients.”
Simon is from Oxfordshire, where he lives with his wife and their three children. When he’s not working or ferrying the children to take part in various activities, he enjoys swimming, cycling and playing golf.