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Antoine Thoreau sets course for a new professional adventure
After more than 11 years with Kent Marine Equipment as Marketing & Communications Manager, then most recently with Zulupack, a French brand of waterproof bags, he is now looking for a new challenge. With 17 years' experience in boating and marketing, he's keen to put his expertise to good use in a new project in the boating, marine and marine propulsion sectors, and remains open to different forms of collaboration.
Olivier Lecocq takes the helm at Abys Navigation
A former industry executive, Olivier Lecocq has been appointed Site Manager at Abys Navigation, a well-known specialist in the sale of new and pre-owned yachts. He is now the direct customer contact for all the company's activities. This responsible position confirms the refocusing of contacts in the field and the strengthening of customer relations within the network.
A new position for Sophie Viard at Beuchat International
A change of direction for Sophie Viard, who becomes France & Export Sales Director - recreational / milpro at Beuchat International. She will be responsible for sales development in the domestic market and for export sales in the recreational and professional diving segments. This dual role confirms the Marseilles-based brand's international ambitions.
Marjorie Marais joins NKE Group
After several years working on an ad hoc basis, Marjorie Marais joined nke Group (nke Marine Electronics, nke Instrumentation, Aquaread and nke Asia) as Communications Manager.
Pascal Beurier leaves Guy Cotten
The end of the road for Pascal Beurier, Guy Cotten's Sales Director for France, after twenty-two years with the legendary "Bonhomme Jaune". He has announced a new stage in his career, but remains available to discuss future projects. A new page is being turned for this emblematic salesman of the field network, who is as close to his customers as he is to his coastal foulies.
Thomas Mansuy appointed Head of Sales Europe at Awake Boards
A change of scale for Thomas Mansuy, who becomes Head of Sales Europe at Awake, a Swedish brand active in electric boardsports. He previously held a sales development position at Nanni Industries. He will remain based in France, but will operate across Europe.
Hugues du Crest in search of new projects in animation and business development
Hugues du Crest, previously sales manager for the Uship network, is now available for new professional opportunities. Drawing on his experience in supporting specialized distribution networks and in business development, he is targeting Brittany, Normandy and the Atlantic coast, without excluding the whole of France, depending on projects.
They are ideally suited to positions involving network management, sales coordination or technical sales functions, with a particular focus on growth markets or markets with a strong technical dimension.
