Greener Solutions Group, an expanding national firm specialising in energy efficiency and sustainable solutions for the retrofit sector, has announced eight new appointments across its North of England operations. The hires include Lauren Jones as Finance Officer in the North East and Carmel Hutchinson as Contracts Manager in the North West, bringing over 27 years of construction experience. New installers joining the North East team are Stephen Phoenix, James Piper, Dan Redman, and Mark Dyer, alongside Damien Anderson in scheduling support. Ricardo Mathis joins the North West as a Cavity Wall Technician. Co-founder Andrew Wilkinson noted the appointments are essential as the company, established in 2015, strengthens its foundation to manage rapid growth. Greener Solutions, which has installed over 13,500 energy efficiency measures in the last four years, forecasts doubling its current £5 million revenue over the next two financial years.



Castings Technology, a Sheffield-based manufacturer of high-integrity metal castings, has appointed Curtis Oxborough as Training and Development Manager to support its expansion and address industry-wide skills retention challenges. Curtis, 29, joined the company five years ago as a melting operative and has since progressed through the ranks. He now leads a dedicated two-week induction programme that has achieved zero dropout rates among recent recruits. This hands-on approach combines safety training and departmental familiarisation before new starters work on production components. Managing Director Richard Cook stated the appointment reflects the firm’s commitment to attracting and retaining skilled workers through clear progression pathways. Castings Technology, which manufactures complex titanium and steel parts for global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), is currently investing £18 million in new premises.



Foresight Group, an investment manager, has strengthened its Northern presence and opened a new office in Sheffield with the appointment of John Whitney as Senior Investment Manager. Mr Whitney, who brings a decade of local experience from Grant Thornton's corporate finance team, will support the deployment of the newly launched South Yorkshire Growth Equity Fund. This fund is dedicated to backing the growth of SMEs across the region, including Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield, with equity investments of up to £2 million. The Sheffield office, located on Concourse Way, is Foresight's latest step in building a strong local footprint across the UK and Ireland, where it now operates 14 regional teams. Partner Claire Alvarez confirmed that the move reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting the region’s business community.



Moore Family Law, the specialist legal firm based in Skipton, has appointed Sara Armistead as a new Family Lawyer. Ms Armistead brings over 30 years of family law experience from both private practice and legal aid firms across the Yorkshire region. She qualified as a Solicitor in 1991 and most recently worked for a niche family law firm in Leeds, having also volunteered with the Citizen's Advice Bureau. Founder Fiona Moore stated that Sara is a "perfect fit" for the firm, as she shares the ethos of providing clear legal advice alongside empathic support for families undergoing divorce and separation. Having lived in Keighley for over 25 years, Ms Armistead will serve clients in all aspects of family law, including financial and children-related disputes.



Engineering specialist RWO has appointed James Fawcett as Residential Civils Associate Director to bolster its expanding operations, working from the firm's Leeds office. Mr Fawcett brings over 20 years of experience in private and public sector highways, drainage, and sustainable drainage system (SuDS) projects. His broad remit will involve overseeing residential and building development projects, business development, operational oversight, and technical compliance for the civil engineering team in Leeds. The appointment comes amid strong demand from residential developers for high-quality civil engineering services. RWO, which employs 40 staff across its four UK offices, is targeting a turnover of £4 million in the next financial year as it eyes further expansion across the UK.



Professional services firm AAB has announced the appointment of Elona Mortimer-Zhika, the former CEO of IRIS Software Group, as its new Senior Non-Executive Director. This strategic hire coincides with the completion of the acquisition of AAB by Goldman Sachs Alternatives from August Equity. The transition marks a significant milestone for AAB, which has tripled its annual revenue to over £125 million in the last three years. Ms Mortimer-Zhika brings extensive experience in driving growth, transformation, and operational excellence, having previously led IRIS through substantial expansion, multiple acquisitions, and a shift to a cloud-first model. AAB Chief Executive Emma Lancaster stated that Ms Mortimer-Zhika’s proven leadership and deep understanding of scaling high-growth businesses will be invaluable to AAB’s strategic ambitions. The new ownership structure, supported by Goldman Sachs, will accelerate AAB’s growth journey with increased investment in technology and digital transformation, aiming to become a leading provider to the UK and Irish mid-market.



Clarion Wealth Planning Ltd, the Alderley Edge-based firm founded 40 years ago, has appointed John Winstanley as its new Managing Director, effective December 1st. Mr Winstanley, currently Business Development Director, played a key role in the 60% management buyout (MBO) of the company completed in October 2024. He will succeed founder Ron Walker, who plans to retire in four years, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of the firm’s client-focused culture. Mr Walker stated that the decision to opt for an MBO, rather than selling to a consolidator, was driven by the priority of preserving the firm's service-led ethos. Mr Winstanley aims to reinforce Clarion's position as a prominent wealth management specialist in the North West.