Avontus Appoints New Global Sales Director

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John Brocklehurst brings his extensive experience in scaffolding business and practices to spearhead Avontus’s global sales efforts.

Scaffolding software firm Avontus that’s headquartered in the USA, has appointed John Brocklehurst as the company’s new Global Sales Director. John, who is based in the United Kingdom, has expertise in scaffolding business around the world, with a specialty in sales, engineering, and design.

He brings with him over 30 years of experience working for multinational companies on both onshore and offshore projects.

Avontus serves scaffolding businesses all over the world from its offices in the US, UK, Australia, and South Africa. With 19 years in the industry, the scaffolding technology company develops innovative software solutions such as Avontus Quantify, Avontus Designer, and Avontus Viewer.

Looking forward, the company plans to further expand its product range to transform scaffolding businesses worldwide. 

John said: “I am thrilled to join the Avontus team during this exciting new phase. I have a passion for innovation and strive to introduce new ways of working to further grow and expand both Avontus and its customers’ business.

My background in engineering, project management and business development has prepared me well for this role and given me a unique perspective on the innovative way forward for the global access community and I look forward to taking the company to the next level of its global expansion.” 

Brian Webb, Founder of Avontus Software added: “With more growth and innovation on the horizon at Avontus we welcome John’s experience and knowledge to further support and develop our global sales presence. Avontus continues to enhance its software service and grow globally, and John will play a key role in these efforts.” 

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