News
Paul Jones – Chief Executive
Paul is the successor to Rowan Egan as Chief Executive for Northern Automotive Alliance. Paul graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and has over 30 years of experience working in the North West’s automotive industry. He commenced full time employment with Greater Manchester Buses as an Assistant Engineer in the […]
Wes Jacklin – Chairman
Wes joined McLaren in July 2018 as Plant Director MCTC to lead the transition of in-house composite monocell production from the development phase to full industrialisation at the new Sheffield site. This involves the recruitment and training of more than 200 skilled employees, installation of facilities and capital equipment and the development of several new […]
Steve Williams – NAA Director
Steve Williams is Managing Director of Force Technology Ltd based in Lancashire. Force Technology is a new and innovative manufacturer of precision compression springs, principally for high risk and critical quality applications. The company was created by Steve and his business partner in 2015 after they had spent the previous 19 years building a leading […]
Matthew Kershaw – Board Member
Matthew joined CoolKit in January 2023 to lead their manufacturing and R&D operations during a period of significant projected growth, with a target of doubling manufacturing output whilst also embracing the opportunities available from their customer’s migration to electric vehicles. Prior to joining CoolKit, Matthew was the Managing Director of Setco Automotive (UK) Ltd., a […]