Richard Blunden, who joined Monkey Puzzle in early 2019 as franchise director, has been promoted to the newly-created position of group managing director.
In his new role, Mr Blunden will be working closely with owners Mark and Rebecca Crosby and the company’s business advisors on developing Monkey Puzzle’s strategies across both its network and the head office team.
He will set the strategic direction of the group and plan and implement long-term business strategies.
Prior to joining Monkey Puzzle, Mr Blunden spent the last seven years working for Volkswagen Group in both the UK and Republic of Ireland.
‘I have never had such passion and motivation than during my time here at Monkey Puzzle,’ he said. ‘I’m really excited to take on this new challenge, driving forward Mark and Rebecca’s vision of the business through dedicated, committed and happy staff and a professional and driven franchisee network.’
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