ASCONA - Key Persons
Alex brings a wealth of experience in finance and equity.
Job Titles:
- Chief Legal Officer
- Group Company Secretary
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Catherine supports the Board on all areas of law and governance.
Job Titles:
- Valeting & Sales Director
Colin has many years of experience in the sales of capital equipment and related service organisations.
Darren leads the management team. Responsible for implementing strategies that drive unrivalled business performance and substantial growth.
Darren Briggs, CEO and Managing Director of Ascona Group - one of the fastest growing indigenous firms in Wales on turnover, is a finalist in the Swansea Bay Business Awards 2022 as Entrepreneur of the Year, sponsored by the British Business Bank
Job Titles:
- Retail Operations Director
Dave oversees the development and transformation of the Group's existing forecourts, with projects including knockdown-rebuilds and store refits.
He was so broke just 13 years ago that he had to borrow £2.50 from his mum for deodorant but now Darren Briggs is sitting pretty
Duncan has over 30 years' experience in the fuel industry, having served as Operations Director for the 25 forecourt group MPK Garages and Strategy and Planning Manager for Elf Oil UK & Total UK Ltd.
Duncan leads on portfolio management and acquisitions.
Job Titles:
- Construction & Infrastructure Director
Ian Richards Construction & Infrastructure Director Summary Ian Richards joins us with a wealth of knowledge from the downstream oil industry. Details Ian Richards joins us with a wealth of knowledge from the downstream oil industry. Contact Number Email ir@asconagroup.co.uk SOcial Media Links Facebook Twitter Linkedin Instagram Pinterest
Jonathan is a Director at Crestline Investors Inc, focusing on European investments. Previously he was an Investment Director at a European private equity firm focusing on small-cap companies and started his career at PWC.
Jonathan has been a non-executive director and board adviser across multiple sectors including sports brands, TV post-production, telecoms, logistics, and marketing services. He has a BSc in Economics and Management from Cardiff University and is a Chartered Accountant.
Job Titles:
- Property Director - North
Manoj Tugnait Property Director - North Summary 13 years of experience within the downstream oil industry including retail and franchising Details I joined Ascona early 2020 having had 13 years of experience within the downstream oil industry including retail and franchising with companies including BP and Essar Oil. Property Director North for the Ascona Group and am responsible for Acquisitions and Property Management. Married and a dad of 3, living in Leamington Spa, a keen Squash player, U8's Football Coach and a Nottingham Forest fan. Contact Number Email mt@asconagroup.co.uk SOcial Media Links Facebook Twitter Linkedin Instagram Pinterest
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- Property Director - South
Mark Franks Property Director - South Summary Over 35 years experience in oil and food retailing. Details I joined the downstream oil industry in 1985 and have worked with International Oil Companies as well as Independent Retailers. Additionally, I have worked in a property director role for hospitality companies such as Moto Hospitality and Subway. My main areas of experience are Acquisitions, Developments and Property Management Contact Number Email mf@asconagroup.co.uk SOcial Media Links Facebook Twitter Linkedin Instagram Pinterest
Patrick's focus is on adapting to change and ensuring future business sustainability (ESG).
Paul's early career was with FedEx where he held a number of Senior Executive positions located around the World. For the past 10 years he has been an active Investor, Advisor and Mentor to a number of early stage Businesses, helping them from launch through to scaling and exit.
He has also held several Board positions, including NED roles where he has been focussed on shaping Strategy and driving Shareholder value.
Job Titles:
- Retail - Focused Support to the Operations Director
- Retail Trading Director
Shane brings multi-sector experience with financial control and risk management to the team.