Woods Foodservice, London’s premier wholesaler, has made a pair of new senior appointments to meet its ambitious expansion plans, with Lana Bhikha appointed to the role of Deputy Managing Director, alongside a new Finance Director.
Bhikha, previously Commercial Director for the rapidly growing award-winning wholesaler, will initially work alongside existing Managing Director Darren Labbett to with a view to taking on the full role when Labbett becomes Chairman.
Adding to the new senior structure is Paul Disborough, who joins as Finance Director.
Labbett explains: “Trying to stay one step ahead, and maintaining a focus on the future is integral to our success and how we operate as a business, so I’m delighted to see Lana step up to Deputy Managing Director. Not only does she have incredible knowledge about the business, the standards we insist on, and the needs of our customers, we share a vision for Woods and its huge potential.
“Lana’s rapid rise through the ranks has been a real blessing for the business. She joined all the way back in 2013 in an entry level position and instantly displayed a level of passion for the business that I’d not seen before, making a huge impression and progressing quickly.”
“With Lana taking on this new role, alongside the experience and expertise Paul is going to offer as FD, I’m really excited for the future.”
In what has been a challenging trading environment for foodservice generally, and Woods Foodservice, the business has managed to expand in the last few years with the addition of a comprehensive range of the very finest fresh fruit and vegetables. Plans to be considered London’s premier greengrocer are on track with the business recently opening an additional warehouse on its site in Uxbridge to meet growing demand.
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