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Typhoon International announces new Head of Leisure & Commercial Sales

by Typhoon International 3 Oct 17:00 BST
Ben Willis © Typhoon International

Typhoon International is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Willis as its Head of Leisure and Commercial (UK & IE) Sales, who is stepping up to the role after 9 years with the company as UK Commercial Sales Manager.

The role encompasses the management of all aspects of leisure (both UK and export) and UK commercial sales at Typhoon, overseeing the brand's sales strategy and continued growth.

Ben has worked for Typhoon since 2015, serving as its UK Commercial Sales Manager, and predominantly working with the likes of the RNLI, Fire & Rescue Services and offshore accounts, amongst other marine operatives.

Well known within the marine industry, he was also previously the North & Scotland Area Manager at Navimo UK and Northern Area Manager at Marathon Leisure, therefore bringing extensive experience to the role, as well as his dedication to the company and high degree of professionalism and maritime knowledge.

Ben is a keen Dart 18 Catamaran racer, competing at club, national and world championship levels, and is also an RYA volunteer dinghy instructor and holds several RYA dinghy & power boat qualifications.

"We are thrilled to have Ben Willis step into the role of Head of Leisure and Commercial Sales," says Kevin Coulthard, Managing Director at Typhoon International. "Ben's extensive experience, deep understanding of the industry and long-standing commitment to Typhoon make him the ideal choice to lead this important division.

"His passion for the marine sector, both professionally and personally, ensures that he will continue to deliver the high level of service and expertise our customers have come to expect."

For more information on Typhoon International and its quality marine products and apparel visit www.typhoon-int.co.uk

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