New Marine General Manager joins Barrus

Published on: 24/09/2014

E. P. Barrus Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Allen as General Manager for the Marine Leisure Division.

Ben brings a wealth of experience gained in both sales and business management roles and has been responsible for setting up a successful businesses of his own. Prior to joining Barrus, Ben was employed as the UK Sales and Marketing Manager for Sterling Power Products, a supplier of power management systems to the marine and commercial vehicle markets. He was responsible for expanding the business of existing coastal and inland waterways accounts and developing business into new industry sectors.

Ben is very enthusiastic about his new position at Barrus, “I am delighted to join such a well-known, respected company that has some of the most high profile brands in the marine industry. I am relishing the challenges that lie ahead ahead!” comments Ben. 

Ben will be responsible for the market leading brands of Mariner and Mercury outboard engines and the award-winning range of Quicksilver boats. Ben has grown up in the boating world and has achieved the qualification as one of the youngest RYA instructors in the UK. He also delivered training standards and programs for the Fire and Rescue service and the Independent Lifeboat Associations for the UK wide flood response project.        

Tim Hart, Director of Sales & Marketing, E. P. Barrus Ltd comments, “Ben’s skill set is extremely varied. His experience brings us new opportunities and we look forward to his contribution to the continuing growth and future success of the Marine Leisure Division.

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