Stelrad Radiators has appointed James Russell as its new Business Development Manager covering the south west of the UK.

Russell, who is based in Somerset, joins the company from Ideal Boilers. He has more than fifteen years' experience working in the plumbing and heating sector, having previously worked for Grahams and been a Branch Manager for an independent merchant before he joined Ideal. He holds an ILM Level 5 degree in Leadership and Management and a Bpec qualification in Air Source Heat Pumps, Low Temperature System Design and Water Regulations.

“I’m delighted to have joined Stelrad at an exciting time for the business,” said Russell. “I’m looking forward to being able to share my expertise with customers across the south west and to sharing the latest updates from Stelrad as we consolidate our position as the number one radiator supplier in the country.”