John Bampkin is leaving having served seven years in the role.
Norman Piette Group (NP Group) has appointed Glenn Paddison as its new Group Chief Executive Officer, succeeding John Bampkin after seven years in the role.
The appointment marks a new chapter for the established Channel Islands business, which operates builders' merchant and hire businesses across Guernsey, Jersey and Alderney.
Paddison began his career in a builders' merchant yard before becoming a Branch Director at MKM. He later chaired the Builders Merchants Federation Young Merchants Group, served on the management board of the Institute of Builders Merchants and became a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Builders Merchants.
"What excites me most is the opportunity to lead a Group with such a proud heritage, strong businesses and enormous potential for the future," said Paddison. "Having spent time within the Group, I have seen first-hand the knowledge and commitment of our people and the strength of the relationships they have built with customers and suppliers across the Channel Islands."
Working together, Paddison and the senior leadership team will focus on knowledgeable customer service, reliable product availability and competitive value, alongside developing long-term supplier partnerships. They will also explore innovation that makes the Group easier to do business with, while retaining its independence and local expertise.
Developing employees and creating career opportunities will also be priorities for Paddison, who draws on his own progression through the industry.
"I want NP Group to be somewhere you can build a genuine career. That means investing in development, creating opportunities to progress and encouraging people to contribute ideas and take ownership."
Outgoing CEO John Bampkin, who previously mentored Paddison, welcomed the appointment.
"I am delighted that Glenn is succeeding me as CEO of this fantastic business. I have known him for many years and had the pleasure of mentoring him earlier in his career, so it is particularly rewarding to see him take on this role," he said.
"Leading NP Group over the past seven years has been a privilege. I am immensely proud of our people and businesses, and I am confident Glenn will build on what we have achieved." John also wished Glenn and his family well as they make the Channel Islands their new home.
Paddison emphasised that his appointment is about stewardship and shared responsibility for the Group's long-term future.
"I see my role, alongside our senior leadership team, as one of stewardship: respecting what has been built and ensuring the Group continues to thrive for generations to come.
"That means listening to our colleagues, customers and suppliers, making commercially sound decisions and investing responsibly in the future. We have a responsibility to the family and shareholders, to our colleagues and customers, and to the communities we serve.
"But respecting our heritage cannot mean standing still. We must build on it—embracing new ideas while protecting the local knowledge, relationships and independent character that make the Group distinctive."
