News Identity Matters acquisitions The Identity Matters Group has recently acquired Melbourne based signage company SignAction and General Mat Company as the latest affirmation of its commitment to expand and improve services to its customers. The joining of forces will give a stronger presence in
the Australian market and further strengthen buying power. The company’s specialised range now consists of products in all areas of branded matting, commercial matting, point-of-sale items, safety matting, signage manufacture and related services.
Floorworld opens in Queensland Floorworld officially launched its brand new store in Toowoomba, Queensland in August. As the group’s only store in Queensland, this is a big move for Floorworld to grow the business further. Owners, Josh and Katie West are very eager to help service not only Toowoomba but surrounding areas
including Crows Nest, Gatton, Warwick, Dalby and Chinchilla. With products to match every room, budget and environment and a wide selection of carpets, timber, laminate, bamboo and vinyl cushion flooring, the newest Floorworld store aims to cater to everyone’s needs.
Rory Kennard and Paul Weaver
Makinex grows and so does the team Makinex Construction Products continues to grow, launching new products into new industries and territories with new experienced team members. The new National Sales Manager – Stuart Reynolds – has a plethora of industry knowledge and contacts with 30 years’ experience in the construction industry. He has sold and been associated with brands such as Master Finish, Chapin, Marshalltown, Bartell and Easymix. Stuart says that he hopes to build business growth and the Makinex brand profile across a greater breadth of the market, utilising his skills, experience and knowledge to better service and support the Australian Market, with products that provide consistent performance benefits. Paul Weaver is moving to Group General Manager.
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Stuart Reynolds
Paul will be looking at more strategic elements of the business, allowing CEO Rory Kennard to take a more design led route within the company This will ensure Makinex continues to design and manufacture innovative products that make inefficiencies extinct. Rory Kennard said: “We are proud to be able to welcome experts within the industry into our team. We pride ourselves on producing and selling excellent products, and we want to ensure the service and experience we give to our customers is second to none. Having a dedicated, experienced and knowledgeable workforce means we can continue to grow and design truly unique and innovative products globally.