AIR management firm Mansfield Pollard has appointed three new staff members to support its rapid growth strategy.

Roy Brown has been appointed as the Dudley Hill-based firm's new business development manager, developing relationships with new and existing customers in the North East.

Lisa Brewster is taking up the role of HR manager, and has a wealth of experience in the manufacturing industry. Her main focus will be on addressing the industry-wide skills shortage and supporting the more than 100 employees at Mansfield Pollard.

Last but not least, Ashley Kelly has joined the team as electrical projects manager, adding a different dimension to the department and management team.

Lou Frankland, sales director, said: “We are thrilled to welcome three new employees to our team and I am confident that Roy, Lisa, and Ashley will embrace the Mansfield Pollard culture and contribute to future success.

"Delivering exceptional customer service and working with our clients to create innovative bespoke solutions which add value are at the heart of what Mansfield Pollard does and in appointing Roy, Lisa, and Ashley we have added to our capacity to provide customers with both the products and the service that they require."