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Tuesday Movers

DIGITAL media agency Industrial Strength has recruited three new staff members on the back of a series of client wins as it pushes for growth.

The Gateshead-based company specialises in website design and development, multimedia and online marketing for a client base including Sage, Tommee Tippee and Gentoo.

It also works as a digital partner to top advertising and design companies in the North East, London and Geneva.

The move doubles the core team of staff to six, who are supported by up to eight freelancers during busy periods.

Former journalist Hanna Miettinen joins as editor of the company’s digital news platform New Media Monthly, an open forum for the digital community to share news, views and ideas.

Born in Finland, Hanna previously worked as a journalist on several titles in her home country before settling in the North East last year, after completing her Masters degree in multimedia journalism at Newcastle University.

Web developer Flemming Arnott brings with him a 12-year background in the digital sector.

The third member of the trio is Jill Heslop, who is responsible for providing accounts, admin and business support to the directors and staff.

Managing director Richard Myers said: “We are delighted to welcome Hanna, Flemming and Jill to the permanent staff team.

“The digital world is constantly growing and developing and to make sure we continue to come up with fresh and innovative ideas to help clients get the best from their marketing budgets, we need to make sure we choose the right fit for our staff team.”

Meanwhile, North East voice and data specialist Executel has further strengthened its sales force with the recruitment of a mobile communications expert.

Sarah Havenhand, 26, from South Shields has joined the Gateshead-based company having spent seven years as a Mobile Account Manager for local firm, Corporate Communications in Washington.

Sarah joins the Executel team following a period of continued success for the company during which it has been officially recognised as the third top reseller in the UK by global communications provider, Mitel Networks®.

Based at the Metro Centre in Gateshead, Executel employs a 42-strong workforce and boasts turnover of £9m.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ruth Mitchell .