Nigel Jones
Managing Director
A Chartered Engineer, Nigel was recruited as a Management Consultant by PA Consulting soon after graduation. He later joined Harris & Sheldon Plc (at that time the largest interior fitters in Europe), progressing to Director. He subsequently moved to Church & Co, Swindon, as Managing Director, and, in 1984, founded JDS Group.
He oversees all aspects of the Redlake business and drives the company forward.
Nigel’s infectious enthusiasm does not go unnoticed. As passionate about the business today as ever and just as ambitious, Nigel remains focused on the future in driving excellence through each of our core service offerings.
“I am driven by a passion for the business which takes me the extra mile.” he says. “There’s nothing quite like walking into a new and fresh interior environment that not only delights the customer but allows us the privilege of knowing that its transformation has been down to the creativity, hard work and dedication of our people.”
Paul Cotgrove
Group Sales Director
Paul has built up a strong reputation over his 25 years in the industry, initially learning his trade as a skilled carpenter and joiner and then gaining valuable knowledge and experience along his career path working for AOC Interiors, Format Interiors, The JDS Group and now the Redlake Group.
'I believe your fixtures should reflect the quality of your brand and enhance the shopping experience of your customers'
'I am confident that with our design team, dedicated staff and broad manufacturing capabilities the Redlake Group can achieve your goals and manage your projects in the most efficient and cost effective way possible'
Simon Bell
Creative Director
As creative lead for Redlake Group, Simon has great experience in spatial and product design. Originally qualifying in graphics, he has over 18 years in retail and exhibition design. He now heads a team of designers covering interior, product, graphic and exhibition design. As a conceptualist he is involved at all levels of design and development, working closely with procurement. Simon balances high levels of design excellence with maintaining value for money in a constantly changing market.
Craig Hodgson
Metalwork Production Director
After initially serving an apprenticeship, Craig has worked in all areas of metal fabrication for bespoke interiors. Leading a team of 50, Craig now oversees all management, production and quality aspects of our in-house metal manufacturing facility. His strengths lie in product development and production technologies and currently he is working towards expanding the facility to increase the capacity and efficiency of the metalwork plant.
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