Door Industry Journal - Summer 2013

45 THE door industry journal summer 2013 Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk LiftMaster’s main UK Distribution & Service Centre Trust the Number 1 LiftMaster is part of the Chamberlain Group Inc. which has installed more garage door openers throughout the world than any other brand. LiftMaster are committed to innovative designs and offer a broad selection of residential garage door openers in terms of performance, features & durability. LiftMaster is proud to be represented in the UK by Garage Door Systems Ltd. Should you wish to find out more about the new and exciting range of LiftMaster’s innovative products please contact GDS where either Mark McEvoy or Paul McAdoo would be delighted to discuss things in more detail. garage door feature Jack Akkermans - Senior Territory Manager Northern Europe Chamberlain Jack joined the Chamberlain Group in July 2012 having previously worked at Came, and has responsibility for Northern Europe. With the development and launch of the new LiftMaster evolution range of garage door openers Jack is tasked with ensuring its successful uptake and growth plan on the N. European stage. Jack also will be available to meet with new accounts within the UK to help promote the advantages and benefits of the worlds No.1 range of openers. LiftMaster Andrew Buckler - Sales & Technical Support Manager Northern Europe including the UK, Ireland, Iceland & Norway. Andrew has been in the garage door & automation industry since 1986. His role at LiftMaster is to provide technical support to all Northern Territory customers who use the Liftmaster range of products. This is mainly by telephone & email support but Andrew can also provide product training and site visits if & when required. Garage Door Systems Ltd Mark McEvoy - Business Development Management of key accounts with a focus on delivering and developing additional opportunities that add mutually beneficial long term value. By listening to our customers and taking a holistic approach to business I believe we are not only offering a service but also that we become an intrinsic partner that delivers real value today and for the future. Being able to represent the worlds No.1 Garage Door opener I believe also brings additional benefits and confidence to each of our customers. Paul McAdoo - Director Sales - Joined GDS in 2000 - Previous to GDS: Amarr Garage Doors, USA ‘98-’00, Dir. Intl. Sales & New England Door, USA ‘88-98, Export Mgr. and Purchasing Mgr. Key aspects of my career have been helping Specialists of all sizes grow their business through improved marketing, lead generation and ultimately sales. 25 years experience with sectional doors from designing hardware to ease installation to developing sales tools that convey the multitude of benefits to end users. A particular focus over the last several years has been to expand our business by making the versatile, easy to install GDS roller door a major component in Specialists’ product mix. This has always been done with a hands on approach alongside distributors who are eager to break the status quo to grow their profits. Meet the team Meet the team