Hartlepool-based electrical contracting and electric vehicle charging specialists, JDM Earth Limited, has appointed well-known business consultant Gary Lumby MBE as its first non-executive director.
The appointment has come at a time of substantial growth for JDM Earth, which has increased its turnover to over £250,000 in 2018 with plans to further grow that to £500,000 within this financial year.
Mr Lumby assumes the position as non-executive director at JDM, alongside his role on the board of other prominent businesses in the region.
Gary, said: “I am delighted to be joining JDM Earth at this important part in its growth journey and hope that my experience, knowledge and contacts can further accelerate its revenue and profitability growth.”
The company has also welcomed a further three members to the team over the last 12 months and plans to open further employment opportunities in the new year.
David Mullen, Managing Director of JDM Earth, said: “In response to the increasing number of ultra-low emission vehicles on the road, we have developed and refined our services within the electric vehicle charging sector and are delighted to be part of this revolutionary development in the North East.”
“The electric vehicle charging market is really taking off and our vision is to become the premier supplier and installer in the North East of England.
David, continued: “JDM Earth was formed out of a mutual passion to create a business that positively impacts local communities and benefits the environment by supporting carbon reducing technologies.
“We believe in creating a more sustainable future for generations to come and this is embedded directly into our company ethos.
“I am really pleased to have someone of Gary’s experience and contacts onboard at this crucial time in our development.
“With the appointment of Gary, we have plans to further expand our business and feel that the advice and support from him will make sure we grow further and faster.”
Founded in 2014, JDM Earth was recently awarded Best Small Business 2018 at the Hartlepool Business Awards and is Rolec Services North East installation partner offering charging advice and installations in both the home and commercial sectors utilising the current OLEV subsidy available.
JDM Earth specialise in the installation of domestic and commercial electric vehicle charging points and commercial electrical contracting.
For further information on what JDM Earth offer, contact David or Jennifer Mullen at info@jdmearth.co.uk or telephone 01429 287608.