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New and significant appointments at IMS Marketing, Aon Ireland, Nestlé Ireland, DCC plc – Business and Finance

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In the photo: Leonie Tansey, Managing Director, IMS Marketing – LOCOMOTIVE Agency

This week, there were some notable new additions to the workforce at IMS Marketing, Aon Ireland, Nestlé Ireland and DCC plc.

Leonie Tansey, Managing director,
IMS Marketing – LOCOMOTIVE Agency

IMS Marketing has announced the appointment of Leonie Tansey as its new Managing Director. Tansey has also been appointed SVP of European Operations at IMS Marketing’s parent company, LOCOMOTIVE Agency. With a wealth of international marketing and business development experience, Tansey will be responsible for driving growth and strategic direction for both entities.

Last year, Oranmore-based IMS Marketing was acquired by US digital marketing firm LOCOMOTIVE Agency. The Galway-based firm supports export-oriented B2B businesses in Ireland and Europe to achieve success in their overseas expansion by providing go-to-market strategies that include integrated brand and digital marketing implementations. This is now underpinned by LOCOMOTIVE’s award-winning SEO and digital advertising expertise.

In her new role, Tansey will be responsible for driving the cross-development of IMS Marketing and LOCOMOTIVE, leveraging their customer bases in Europe and the US to help each other and their clients grow.

Tansey will also oversee the seamless integration of IMS Marketing and LOCOMOTIVE Agency services, providing clients in Ireland and the US with a unified and comprehensive service experience. To ensure that the services offered continue to be at the forefront of the industry, Tansey will focus on nurturing the company’s reputation for innovation, as well as exploring new technologies and methodologies that can enhance this. Following the acquisition of IMS Marketing by LOCOMOTIVE Agency, the Galway-based company has announced the creation of 20 new positions in Ireland to support its expanded transatlantic operations. As the team grows, Tansey will be strongly focused on developing a world-class remote culture that inspires team members, wherever they are, to achieve their highest potential.

In addition to Tansey’s appointment, founder Kevin Moran will continue to focus on growing the Irish business and now the US business – both domestically and internationally. In taking on the role of Director of Global Sales Strategy for IMS and LOCOMOTIVE, Kevin will build on his success with IMS. Since founding in 2007, Kevin has grown IMS into a business employing over 30 people, helping over 100 active clients enter over 20 international markets.

Tansey’s career has included senior roles in branding, marketing and digital marketing – both in Ireland and New Zealand. She joined IMS Marketing in 2014 as a Client Manager. Prior to joining IMS she worked as a B2B Marketing Manager at software company, Enerit and also at Supermac’s as a Brand Manager where she managed the launch of the Papa John’s Pizza brand to over 25 locations across Ireland.

Tansey holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master of Business Studies from the University of Ireland, Galway. He also holds a Certificate in Leadership Principles from Harvard Business School and a Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute.

Leonie Tansey, Managing Director of IMS Marketing and Vice President of European Operations at LOCOMOTIVE, said: “I am delighted to be taking on the role of Managing Director at the company where I have spent the last 10 years developing my career. We have a world-class team and I am confident that this is the start of an exciting journey for us all. I am committed to driving growth for our organisation by prioritising culture, supporting innovation and ensuring that we continue to deliver the highest quality service to our clients on both sides of the Atlantic.

“I am incredibly grateful to Kevin Moran, our founder, for his guidance, mentorship and friendship over the past decade. I look forward to continuing to achieve great things together.”

Andrew Boyle, Chief Financial Officer,
Aon Ireland

Professional services firm Aon Ireland has announced the appointment of Andrew Boyle as Chief Financial Officer of Aon Ireland, positioning the business to drive sustainable growth.

Andrew Boyle will head the finance function in Ireland and join Aon’s local management team. As CFO, he will be responsible for overseeing the finance operations, strategic financial planning and delivering the company’s commercial development programme in Ireland.

Boyle will play a key role in supporting Aon in its 3×3 growth plan, which will enable the company to meet customer needs faster in a changing risk environment. He will also join Aon’s board in Ireland.

Boyle joins Aon from Mercer. He was previously the company’s European CFO, where he led financial operations and planning across 34 markets in the region. Boyle has over 30 years of experience in the financial services sector in Ireland, where he has demonstrated success in managing high-growth businesses and developing high-performing finance teams.

Commenting on the nomination, Rachael Ingle, CEO of Aon Ireland said: “Andrew is a seasoned executive with a strong financial background and a successful track record of delivering results. As the next CFO of Aon Ireland, Andrew brings a wealth of international financial strategy and risk management experience that can help unlock greater value for our clients and drive sustainable growth. We look forward to welcoming Andrew to the team at an important time for the business as we deliver on our Aon 3×3 growth strategy, responding to evolving client needs and unlocking exciting new opportunities for the business.”

Andrew Boyle, CFO of Aon Ireland commented: “I am pleased to take up the role of CFO at Aon Ireland and build on the company’s strong heritage of financial performance. In the changing economic environment, it is important that we enhance our focus on growth and portfolio management to continue to deliver positive results into the future. I look forward to working closely with my colleagues across the business as together we provide clients with the clarity and confidence to make better decisions to protect and grow their businesses.”

Niamh Twyford, National Director of Confectionery,
Nestle Ireland

Niamh Twyford, Country Manager Confectionery, Nestlé Ireland

Nestlé Ireland has appointed Niamh Twyford as Country Manager, Confectionery. Twyford will take responsibility for leading the Nestlé Confectionery business in Ireland, covering a product portfolio that includes brands such as KitKat, Aero, Smarties, AND Street of Quality.

With over 20 years of experience in the food and nutrition industry, as well as working with global brand and marketing communications agencies, Twyford has a proven track record of success in this role and an in-depth understanding of consumer patterns and preferences.

Twyford joins Nestlé Ireland from CPM, the global outsourced sales and brand experience agency, where she was Client Services Director managing the Diageo account. Prior to that, she spent over six years at Pladis Global as Head of Marketing and Category, driving commercial development across sweet and savoury biscuit brands including McVitie’s, Carr’s, GODIVA and Flipz. Her early career includes brand management roles at Danone, Mondeléz International and Cadbury.

Twyford is a graduate of Dublin City University, holds a Bachelor of Business Studies (Marketing) and is a qualified business trainer.

Speaking about the appointment, Kieran Conroy, Country Manager, Nestlé Ireland, said: “Niamh brings a wealth of experience to the team, having worked across a range of roles and business functions across the food and drink industry, both nationally and globally. She has a proven track record of success, driving growth across a range of brand portfolios, developing and implementing strategies that resonate with consumers to build brand equity. Niamh joins the Nestlé team at a hugely exciting time for the confectionery category, where we are committed to building a more exciting, sustainable and innovative business, delighting our consumers with Nestlé confectionery brands that are known and loved across the country.”

Steve Holland, Non-executive director,
DCC Company

DCC plc, the international sales, marketing and support services group, announced the appointment of Steve Holland as a non-executive director with effect from the conclusion of the company’s annual general meeting on 11 July 2024.

Holland has more than 30 years of experience in the chemical distribution industry. He was CEO and Executive Chairman of Brenntag AG during a transformational growth period from 2011 to 2020, having previously held other management positions at Brenntag AG, including COO and CEO Europe.

Holland is currently a non-executive director of Caldic BV, a supplier of speciality chemicals to the food and life sciences industries, and a member of the advisory board of Agilis Chemicals.

There are no further disclosures required under Listing Rule 9.6.13 in relation to this appointment. Mark Breuer, Chairman of DCC plc, said: “I warmly welcome Steve Holland to the DCC Board. His industry knowledge and business leadership experience will enhance the skills and expertise of the Board and support the continued growth and development of the Group.”

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