UAP appoints three senior sales managers in UK expansion
Iain Hoey
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UAP expands sales leadership across United Kingdom
UAP has announced the appointment of three senior members to its UK sales team, according to a statement issued by the company.
Andy Kay has been named Business Development Manager for the North West.
David Brackpool takes on the role of Business Development Manager for the North East.
Dan Powell has been appointed National Account Manager.
UAP said the new hires bring decades of experience across the fenestration, fabrication, and hardware sectors.
Background of new North West and North East managers
Andy Kay began his career in telesales before progressing to area management roles in the hardware sector.
He brings more than 30 years of experience to UAP.
His role will focus on distributor and fabricator engagement, particularly in the North West region.
Andy Kay, Business Development Manager for the North West at UAP, said: “UAP has such an exciting product portfolio that’s driving the hardware industry forward.
“I’m really enjoying working with the wider UAP team, and I’m looking forward to building the business in the North West even further.”
David Brackpool’s background includes roles at John Carr Joinery, Premdor, Masonite, and Caldwell.
He has also managed retail accounts supplying to B&Q and Wickes.
David Brackpool, Business Development Manager for the North East at UAP, noted: “I’m thrilled to be joining UAP, whose commitment to innovation places it at the forefront of a very competitive market.
“I’m excited at the prospect of bringing its industry-leading products to current and future customers all over the North East.”
New national role for Dan Powell
Dan Powell has joined UAP as National Account Manager.
He previously held leadership roles at VBH GB, serving as Head of Sales and later Head of Brand.
Powell brings over 20 years of industry experience, particularly in the fenestration sector.
Dan Powell, National Account Manager at UAP, commented on his new role: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining UAP, one of the UK’s leading door hardware suppliers.
“I look forward to using my skills and experience to support the business’s continued growth and help develop an already impressive customer base across the country.”
UAP’s company growth and product portfolio
UAP was founded in 1996 and operates as a UK supplier of door and window hardware products.
Its product portfolio includes fire-rated items, security locks, and hardware for residential and commercial applications.
The company reported £28.4 million in revenue for the most recent financial year, up by more than one-third compared to the previous year.
Growth was attributed to acquisitions and product launches.
The 2024 results mark UAP’s fifteenth consecutive year of revenue increase.
UAP comments on the appointments
Steve Cox, Managing Director at UAP, welcomed the three appointments.
He said: “Andy, David, and Dan are incredible additions to the UAP team, with extensive industry knowledge, sharp strategic insight, and a great ability to exceed customer expectations in every interaction.
“Their contributions will be vital as we work towards our vision of becoming the UK leader in fire and security door hardware.”
UAP appoints three senior sales managers in UK expansion: Summary
UAP has appointed three new senior sales staff in the UK.
Andy Kay will serve as Business Development Manager for the North West.
David Brackpool becomes Business Development Manager for the North East.
Dan Powell joins as National Account Manager.
All three bring decades of experience in door hardware and fenestration.
Kay and Brackpool will focus on regional sales and distributor engagement.
Powell will oversee national accounts and support growth strategies.
UAP was established in 1996.
It supplies fire-rated and security hardware products across the UK.
The company reported £28.4 million in revenue for the year ending April 2024.
This represented a 33 percent increase over the previous year.
UAP has now reported 15 consecutive years of revenue growth.