MERSEYSIDE: John Breen has been promoted to the role of sales director at Glen Dimplex.

Formerly the company's national sales manager, Mr Breen is now charged with "developing and maturing relationships" with national and key regional merchants in a bid to "elevate the Dimplex gas boiler brand to a wider audience". He will also be responsible for managing an expanded team of business development managers across the UK.

Prior to joining the company, Mr Breen held the position of business development manager at Halstead, as well as major roles at Myson and Plumbase.