Sambro has further strengthened its finance team following the appointment of Steve Townsley as interim chief financial officer towards the end of 2023. 

Townsley, formerly at a number of private equity backed businesses, including Accrol, UK Fast and Help-Link, is now joined by Katie Ratcliffe as financial controller. 

She is a CIMA qualified accountant, boasting more than 17 years’ experience, including time at Marks & Spencer and Paradigm Precision. She will, Sambro said, “focus on driving business change, developing financial strategies and managing the delivery of core finance processes”.

“These new hires are strategically fundamental to bolstering our already successful team and further developing our existing finance department”

Sambro CEO Paul Blackaby

Sambro CEO Paul Blackaby said; “These new hires are strategically fundamental to bolstering our already successful team and further developing our existing finance department. 

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“Steve brings with him a wealth of financial knowledge and leadership qualities, while Katie brings a clear, practical approach to problem solving and the drive to see projects through to completion. 

“Both Steve and Katie have already hit the ground running in their respective roles and we’re delighted to have them onboard! They are joining a well-established department with long-standing,experienced team members and they will be made very welcome!” 

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