ASHFORD: Following a year of strong growth and extensive product development for 20-20 Fusion, the company has further bolstered its sales team with the promotion of Simon Purves to the role of director – independent sales division.

Mr Purves has worked for 20-20 Technologies since 1991 (sister company to 20-20 Fusion), but he now moves into his new role from his currently held position of sales manager. Based at the company’s Bolton office, in his new role he will be responsible for managing both the 20-20 Design and Fusion Design brands for kitchen and bathrooms' independent sales teams throughout the UK.

He will be responsible for heading up the development of the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom side of the business, areas which promise much growth for the design software company during 2010. Mr Purves will also take the lead on building partnerships with key manufacturers throughout the kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms industry.

Speaking about his new position, Mr Purves said: “Having been with the company for over 18 years, these are brands I truly believe in. With more product developments and with innovations ahead of us, both in the short and longer-term, I’m looking forward to working with the sales team as we continue to drive business forward.”