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Lakes Appoints New Finance Director
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Tim Lloyd brings over two decades of senior financial leadership experience to Lakes and has worked across a diverse range of sectors including manufacturing, engineering, construction and software. Having qualified as an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants in 2005, Tim has worked in both UK-based and international roles, building a strong track record of strategic financial management in complex environments.
At Lakes, he will oversee all aspects of the financial planning and analysis, establishing processes, guiding strategic decision-making and ensuring the company remains well-positioned for further expansion and hitting its ambitious goals. Speaking of his new role, Tim said: “I’m looking forward to my time at Lakes. It’s an exciting time to be joining the team, who have all been incredibly welcoming and supportive.
“I’m thrilled to bring my knowledge and experience to the role and look forward to helping Lakes drive growth, achieve targets and expand its presence across the KBB sector even further.” Lakes Managing Director Mike Gahir said: “We are delighted to welcome Tim to the Lakes team.
“We look forward to seeing how his strong financial acumen will help Lakes build on its success and streamline process so we can become an even more efficient company that delivers the best for its customers every time.”
Lakes is a leading manufacturer and supplier of showering spaces, including walk-ins and bath screens, selling exclusively through builders’ and plumbers’ merchants, and retail bathroom stockists.
Established in 1986, the business has built a strong reputation for first- class customer service, speed of delivery, and supplying innovative solutions over the nearly four decades since.
eading shower enclosure brand Lakes has appointed a new Finance Director to support the company’s long-term
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