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Steve Pickles joins Fujitsu

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Steve Pickles

UK: Fujitsu has appointed Steve Pickles as VRF business development manager for the Midlands and northern England.

Previously northern regional sales manager at Daikin distributor Space Airconditioning, Steve’s task at Fujitsu will be to work with consultants, end users and contractors in conjunction with the company’s distributors to develop Fujitsu VRF equipment sales.

Says Fujitsu national accounts manager Stuart Eagleton: “Steve will be a real asset, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience, as he has been part of the industry for more than 30 years, serving with leading manufacturers, distributors and contractors.

“One of his first priorities will be to develop and maintain relationships with consultants, end users and target contractors using his wealth of industry experience.”

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