As of January 4th 2021 Melanie Jane Gardner has become general manager of Pöttinger UK, with her long-term predecessor, Shaun Groom, leaving the company for personal reasons at the start of the year.

Melanie Jane Gardner

Sven Niels, Pöttinger's director sales Western Europe, Africa said the company are grateful to Shaun Groom, who is moving on to a new role, for many successful years. "We wish Shaun success in his future endeavours," said Sven.

In its search for a successor, Pöttinger say they looked for a manager who combines a willingness to change and a high level of commitment. "With Melanie Jane Gardner we were able to inspire a personality who will develop sales partners and employees with skill in order to achieve the ambitious growth targets in the UK," said Sven.

 
Melanie has been in contact with agriculture since early childhood. As a HR professional and business development manager, Pöttinger say she has acquired a lot of knowledge and skills in dealing with people. 

"I am very much looking forward to my new role," said Melanie. "I will focus with my team - as my predecessor did - on a good partnership with the dealers and my colleagues. I see great potential in our country."