Market leading lighting manufacturer, Collingwood Lighting, part of the Inovara Group, has announced the strengthening of its leadership team with the appointment of Jason Hopkins, Managing Director who brings a wealth of experience in the construction and home improvements sector.

Jason will work with customers and suppliers to lead the Collingwood Lighting business, developing the product offer to support customers and end users across the residential, commercial, industrial and landscaping sectors to get the best experience from lighting across properties, buildings and landscapes.

Collingwood Lighting offer a range of LED lighting solutions including architectural for high-end and designer applications, decorative, strip and downlights for residential applications, track lights, panels and emergency lighting for commercial applications, high-bay and low-bay for industrial solutions and bollards, feature, spike and floodlights for landscaping.

Jason said:

“Collingwood Lighting has such an innovative heritage with Collingwood having initially been established in 1901. I look forward to contributing to that legacy and driving growth while continuing to deliver excellent value to our customers and making an impact to Inovara Group. Having worked internationally in the construction and home improvements sector for many years, this is an exciting opportunity for me to bring my skills and experience to lead and develop the business for our customers.”

Guy Williams, CEO for Inovara Group said:

“We are delighted Jason has joined Collingwood Lighting to provide his vision and leadership, continuing the company’s mission to drive growth and innovation while maintaining its market leading position. We have ambitious plans for the Group, and his knowledge and the wealth of experience he brings is aligned to our strategic goals for the UK business.”

Jason joins Collingwood having significant experience in several sales and operational roles including Homebase, ICI Paints, Dulux, U-Pol and most recently as Country Director for Axalta Coatings UK & Ireland.