Phil Tushingham has joined Smart Solar as Sales Director with overall responsibility for the company’s revenues in the UK and Europe.

Phil is a well-known figure in the industry with over 25 years’ experience in the DIY, grocery and garden centre sectors, including the last 12 years at Gardman. He brings extensive expertise in terms of both business and product development within the garden products industry at home and abroad.

Phil said: “I am really looking forward to taking Smart Solar to the next level, building on what is already a well-established business stream. The team have some very exciting plans for rapid expansion and I am delighted to be on board to help them accomplish that.”

Jonathan Stobart, Smart Solar’s Managing Director, commented: “We are delighted that Phil has joined us at this pivotal moment in the company’s development. His wealth of knowledge and strategic vision will doubtless help us to achieve our ambitious targets.”