About Us

Ged joined Galaxy in 2019 in the role of Merchant Sales for Yorkshire & Midlands. Ged has nearly 40 years’ experience in the Industry in both Manufacturing & Distribution.

Merchant Sales

Gary has 32 years’ experience In the industry & joined Galaxy in November 2020 as a Business Development Manager, specialising in the Dry Lining Sector.

Business Development Manager

Andy joined Galaxy in August 2020 as our Partition Specialist, Andy has 20 years’ experience in both the supply & installation of Partition systems.

Partition Specialist

Adrian joined Galaxy in July 2020 as Transport Manager. He has 20 years’ experience in the industry in both driving & Transport Management.

Transport Manager

Andrew joined Galaxy in December 2019 as Stock Controller with 25 years’ industry experience.

Stock Controller

Katerina Joined Galaxy in January 2021 as a Finance Graduate. Katerina graduated from the University of Sheffield where she was studying Accounting and Financial Management with a 2:1 in July 2020.

Finance Graduate

John brings a wealth of knowledge to our Branch and business. With over 40 years driving experience across multiple sectors. John has worked for multiple National Distributors within the Region. With a good knowledge of customers and ongoing construction projects we can guarantee our deliveries are safe in John's hands. 

HGV Driver

Keith has been a professional driver for over 10 years throughout the North East. Always with a smile on his face and a can-do attitude, Keith is an asset to our North East team. 

HGV Driver

Daniel joined Galaxy at the start of the year, having previously worked for a National Open Cast Mining Company as a Supervisor. Although Daniel is young in age, he brings a wealth of knowledge in operations. 

Warehouse operative

John began working with us in January 2021 and has 10 years industry experience. Having worked for multiple National Distributors within the Region, John brings a vast knowledge and capability to our North East Branch.   

Operations Supervisor

Louise is Galaxy North East’s Business Development Manager with just under 17yrs experience in the construction industry, predominately in Sales and Account Management. Previous roles include material solutions for Temporary Protection, specialising in Flame Retardant products. In her last role, she worked widely with Site Teams consulting on Health and Safety solutions. She’s looking forward to getting back out On Site post Covid-19 and increasing Galaxy’s profile within the North East.

Business Development Manager

Thomas joined as Branch Operations Graduate in January 2021, after graduating with a First Class Honours Degree in Business with Marketing Management from Northumbria University in July 2020. 

Branch Operations Graduate

Lee joined Galaxy in December 2020 with 8 years of experience in the Drylining and Interiors Sector. Six and a half years have been spent in the Distribution side of the business working for two National Dry Lining Suppliers and a year and a half with a Sub-Contractor.  

Sales Executive

Simon joined Galaxy having been involved in the Construction Industry for the last 16 years.  Spending 10 years working for an Independent Construction Consumable Wholesaler followed by 6 years for National Distributors – specialising in Structural Insulation & Fire Protection. Simon's role at Galaxy Newcastle will be to handle all aspects of Insulation and Fire Protection, offering a vast Technical and Application knowledge with a keen eye to support your Project needs.

Sales Executive

Steve joined Galaxy Insulation & Dry Lining as Branch Director in October 2020 and has 20 years of experience within Dry Lining & Insulation Distribution, which also includes a year with a Key Dry Lining Supplier. Starting in 2001 in Industrial (Technical Solutions) Sales, moving into Dry Lining and further developing knowledge within Structural Insulation over the past 8 years, Steve has a wealth of understanding across our Trading Sectors. Very much a Salesman at heart, still loves the sense of achievement when you secure that Order!

Branch Director

Hassan has been involved in the partition industry for over 30 years now (he started when he was 9!). Beginning with basic partitioning in the 90's he's seen the industry change beyond recognition from those early days - you can imagine the level of expertise he has gained along the way. Naturally Hassan is also a dab hand at anything ceilings and the wider ceilings portfolio.

Interiors Specialist

Paul has been with us since January 2020. He has a real eye for accuracy and detail and is a valued member of our Ops team.

Warehouse Operative

One of our original drivers when we opened Richard has been a Class 2 driver for over 4 years now. Courteous and professional to the last and a fully qualified Moffett operator. Like all of our drivers a valued member of our team here at East London Galaxy.

Class 2 Moffett Driver

Dan has worked in building materials distribution in one form and another for many years. After a long stint as a Class 2 driver he decided a change was as good as a rest and now heads up our warehouse team in East London.

Warehouse Supervisor

Glenn has been working in building materials distribution since 1999 (he started when he was 12!). He has recently joined our Galaxy East London team with a real focus on dealing with specialist contractors in the drywall and interiors sectors.

Interiors Specialist

Rachel joined the Galaxy Family in  April 2020 and is a key member of the Accounts Payable Team based at Head Office

Accounts Assistant

Tracey joined the Galaxy Finance team in August 2020 as a Credit Controller and is responsible for the southern branches in the Galaxy network

Credit Controller

Allison Joined the Galaxy Finance team in October 2019, with many years industry experience Allison is a key member of the team with responsibility for the Northern branches.

Credit Controller

A very experienced credit controller, Kay joined the Galaxy Finance team in March 2020, she has lots of industry knowledge having worked in this sector for many years. Kay looks after the Midlands region for us.

Credit Controller

Phil has 33 years of experience within the Construction Industry. He spent 24 years working in Fabrication and Distribution with product ranges including Rainscreen Cladding, Fire Protection and Insulation. Phil also spent 4 years working in Manufacturing Fire Protection Products and 5 years working as a Contracts Manager in Suspended Ceilings. Phil has the ability to build strong working relationships with customers and help with their varied requirements. You can phone Phil on 07929 804 090 or email philjones@galaxyinsulation.co.uk

Fire Protection Specialist

Karen has worked in administration and specifically in our industry for many years. Good administrative support is absolutely vital to the smooth running of our business and Karen's thorough approach and eye for detail is absolutely key to the successful day-to-day running of the branch.  

Branch Administrator

Jackie joined the Galaxy Family in July 2020 as the newly appointed HR Manager based at our Head Office in Sheffield. With many years in the industry she brings not only experience but also empathy to the role allowing her to support and develop the staff around the business

HR Manager

Becca joined the fast growing Head Office team in January 2020 to provide support to the accounts, finance and HR teams ensuring the smooth running of all departments

Administrator

Internal Sales

Kayleigh joined our Galaxy East London family in February 2020. She has been working in insulation for 12 years now and distribution for 6 of those. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise with a strong commitment to offering the best service possible to our customers.

Account Manager

The term "Man and Boy" was invented to describe Martin's career in the interiors industry. He's spent his entire working life within the fit-out world. Decades of experience in manufacturing, contracting and distribution stands him in good stead  in heading up our London based team of interiors experts.   You can contact Martin on 07702 560180 or email him at martinnaptin@galaxyinsulation.co.uk  

Interiors Director (South)

Paul is Operations Manager at our West Brom branch. Paul has over 15 years’ experience in the operational side of HVAC Insulation. He started out picking the materials, progressing onto leading warehouse teams and now responsible for the operational aspects of West Brom including Health and Safety. Paul’s experience gives us confidence, that our excellent customer service flows from sales through to the delivery of the goods.

Operations Manager

Debz working life started at B & Q at the tender age of 16. She started working in the warehouse but, typical of Debz,  was soon working in Transport then admin. She made the move over to insulation distribution and gained knowledge of the industrial market - picking, planning & organising transport. Debz now ensures that our customer's orders arrive on time and in full. She's the main reason the transport runs like clockwork at Uxbridge.

Warehouse Supervisor

Driver

Driver

Warehouse Operative

Driver

Warehouse Operative

Driver

Driver

With over 30 years industry experience, Louise joined Galaxy in 2020 as an interiors specialist based at our Sheffield Branch.

Interiors Specialist

Danny is our Mr Fix It, he'll go to any lengths to meet customers requirements. He will always go the extra mile to help and draws on his years of expertise whether it be drywall, insulation or sheet materials. 

Account Manager

With over 6 years of experience, Denise is a key part of our HVAC team in London. Working alongside Sue, Denise is passionate about offering the best possible service to our customers.

Account Manager

Lucy joined Galaxy as the North West Branch Assistant and has 6 years experience in an Admin role.

Admin

Yvonne joined our team in April 2017 and has over 20 years experience in the industry.

Sales Administrator

Dave has plenty of experience in Stock Control, Warehouse and Driving. With over 15 years experience in the industry Dave joined us in September 2016, and is responsible for Stock Control.

Stock Control

Trevor joined the Galaxy Team in September 2016. With over 28 years experience he is well equipped to be our Logistics Manager.

Logistics Manager

Paul has 25 years experience in Distribution. He also has experience in ceilings, dry lining and partitions. Paul joined Galaxy as our Interior Specialist.

Interiors Specialist

Neil joined us in March 2017 as our Senior Sales Specialist. He previously spent 12 years Travis Perkins and has 17 years experience in construction.

Senior Sales Specialist

Hayley joined Galaxy in September 2016, having had 10 years experience in the industry. She is our Senior Sales Specialist.

Senior Sales Specialist

Business Development Manager

Jenny spent 13 years in Distribution (Sales, Trade Counter, Rep) as well as the Insulation, Ceilings, Dry lining and Partitions Industry, before joining Galaxy as our Business Development Manager.

Business Development Manager

Stuart joined us in November 2019 as our Business Development Manager. He previously spent 8 years at CSS NW Ltd as well as 18 years as Director at Brymas Ltd.

Business Development Manager

James joined Galaxy as a trainee in May 2014 and is now working as our External Sales Executive.

External Sales Executive

Haris joined Galaxy as a trainee in April 2018 and is now working in our Internal Sales role.

Internal Sales

Graham joined us in October 2012 and has over 20 years experience.

Trade Counter Sales

Dan joined us in December 2018 and has 16 years experience in the industry.

Business Development Manager

Oliver joined us in February 2020, and has a great experience in a range of roles. He spent 2 years as an HVAC National Account Manager, as well as 3 years as a Business Development Manager. Oliver also spent over 2 years as an Area Sales Executive and 3 years as Internal Sales Executive.

Technical Insulation Manager

Helen began working for Ceilings Distribution Admin Department in October 1984, progressing through into Sales and then to Trade Counter Manager in early 2000’s. She joined our team in January 2020.

Trade Counter (Interiors)

Chris previously worked at Orion Trent, Bradford in June 2005 to work in the Warehouse at 21 years of age. In 2007 he became Warehouse Manager before transferring into office role in Spring 2008. Chris then joined Belgrade Insulation in June 2017 before transferring to our Galaxy Leeds Team during the Autumn of 2017.

Sales Executive

Jamie joined the company as a warehouse operative on 1st October 2013, then moved into the sale office on 1st May 2019.

Sales Executive

John has vast experience prior to joining our team. Previously he joined Orion in 1991, working as a driver, before moving to sales in 1998. In August 2014 John joined our Leeds branch.

Senior Sales Executive

Recently promoted to the role of Assistant Branch Manager, Danny joined Galaxy in July 2019 and has over15 years experience in the industry.

Assistant Branch Manager

Alex started with us in December 2019 and has 18 years experience in the industry.

Interiors Specialist

Ryan started with us in October 2019 & has 20 years experience in the Construction Industry.

Business Development Manager

Lee has 27 years within the Insulation industry, 22 of which working for contractors in various functions including compliance inspections and Contracts Management. Most recently he built a career within the specialist building materials distribution, 4 of which within the fire protection sector. Lee is able to identify solutions for projects and clients, and has become the go to person for quick, reliable and compliant evaluation for suitable material supply. You can contact Lee either on mobile: 07816 544 865 or email: leebentley@galaxyinsulation.co.uk

Fire Protection Specialist

Emma joined the Head Office team in June 2017. Her qualifications include AAT Level 2 & 3. After spending the last year gaining experience working as the administrator at the Sheffield branch, Emma rejoined the finance team as accounts payable clerk in august 2020

Accounts Payable Clerk

Lucy joined us in June 2013 and works as an Assistant Management Accountant. Since 2016 her qualifications include Full AAT and is currently studying CIMA.

Ass. Management Accountant

Nigel has 30 years of industry experience, 6 years of which were spent in a Main Contractors environment, achieving qualifications in Building and Construction. The majority of his experience were gained during 24 years within building materials distribution, 18 years of which have been specific to the Passive Fire Protection discipline. Nigel continuously assessed and reviewed the ever evolving standards and compliance issues to bring the best possible knowledge to all construction sectors. You can contact Nigel either on mobile: 07977 015 343 or email: nigelgillingham@galaxyinsulation.co.uk

Fire Protection Specialist

Wayne is our Group Logistics Manager and has over 25 years experience. He joined Galaxy Birmingham in March 2017.

Group Logistics Manager

Joining in November 2016 Tim is our Stock Controller. He has 30 years experience in the industry.

Stock Controller

Kiran has 7 years experience in the industry and joined our team in June 2019. He has taken up the Internal Sales role at our Birmingham branch.

Internal Sales

Dean joined our team in February 2018 and is our Warehouse and Transport Manager.

Warehouse and Transport Manager

Darren has 20 years experience in the industry and joined Galaxy Birmingham in August 2019. His experience makes him well equipped to be our Interiors Specialist.

Interiors Specialist

Annabelle joined our Birmingham Team in September 2019 and is our Sales Administrator.

Sales Administrator

Lee has over 18 years industry experience with both Manufacturing and Distribution businesses specialising in the HVAC market and brings a wealth of knowledge to this role.

Branch Manager

Kerri joined the new Galaxy Birmingham Branch in January 2017 and has been a key figure establishing the branch in the region. With over 10 years’ industry experience Kerri continues to lead the business forward with an absolute focus on customer service.

Business Development Manager

Paul has a 16-year finance career with a variety of roles spanning many industries including building, retail, leisure and scientific research.  Paul has extensive experience of the many facets of a finance department.  With a passion for process improvement, analysis and training, he has a track record of improving a team’s capability to add value and support the wider business. Paul has been an associate member of CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) since 2009.

Finance Director

Darren joined the business at the start of 2019 with over 30 years industry experience, his initial brief involved working with the external team to create a more unified approach before taking up the commercial role towards the end of the year. Darren has a collaborative approach with the supplier base to ensure a mutually beneficial working relationship.

Commercial Director (North)

Bernie joined the company in 2010 and has been an integral part of our growth and success over that period. She is qualified through the Association of Accounting Technicians for over 5 years and is currently working with the team at our Head office in Sheffield who look after our  growing network of branches.

Finance Manager

Jon joined Galaxy in 2016 leading the team that opened the new Haydock Branch. He is vastly experienced and brings a great energy to the management team as the business continues to develop into new exciting markets.

Branch Director

Sarah joined the Galaxy business in 2009 as part of the finance team which serviced the 2 original branches. The key finance figure in the MBO Sarah continues to work closely with the branch directors to ensure best practice in the evolving business.

Director

With over 20 years Industry experience Bill joined Galaxy in October 2019 to establish a footprint in East London – Bill brings a wealth of energy and knowledge to the role with a key focus of providing a high level of customer service across the business.

Branch Director

Andrew joined Galaxy Sheffield in 2009 as part of the original management team. He became Branch Director in 2017 and was a key member of the MBO team the following year.

Branch Director

Dave relocated from London in January 2019 to join the team at Galaxy Birmingham. With over 20 years industry experience Dave is well placed to lead the business forward, developing the staff and meeting the challenges in the market.

Branch Director

Lester was a key member of the original Galaxy Sheffield business which opened in 2009. Lester is a shareholding Director and has a key sales role in the business.

Director

Mick was one of the original shareholding directors at Galaxy Sheffield in 2009 with nearly 30 years industry experience. Mick specialises in finding acoustic solutions for our customers.

Director

When we talk about HVAC insulation in the south there really is only one person to call. With many years of experience in this specialist field she has built up a host of relationships whether they be supplier or customer. She might not thank us for saying it but she really is the ultimate expert in all things HVAC!

HVAC Manager

Steve is another expert in his chosen field - in his case masonry support & brickwork. Another Galaxy London original Steve has been managing accounts and providing competitive solutions to his customers for well over 15 years. If you're looking for first class advice Steve is your man.

Account Manager

Sanjay joined Galaxy in October 2019 with a clear vision to establish the Galaxy Brand in the south east with particular focus on London. Sanjay opened the East and West London Branches in January 2020 and now performs a commercial role with the wider business.

Commercial Director (South)

Paul is another colleague who has well over 20 years of experience. Structural insulation, Drywall and even ceilings distribution - there's not a lot he hasn't done. As well as being our Sales manager at Uxbridge he also looks after our stock. Paul is professional, thorough and utterly unflappable. 

Sales Manager

Neil has been working in building materials distribution for over 20 years. Part of the original team that introduced Galaxy to London his main focus is to ensure Uxbridge delivers unrivalled service to the South East. 

Branch Director

With more years in the industry than he cares to remember (he's asked us not too be to specific!) Michael is one of the industry leading experts in roofing insulation. More recently he has concentrated on the cladding/facades market and brings a wealth of knowledge to what is an important sector for us here at Galaxy London. If you require sound advice on cladding/facades/roofing systems then Michael is your man.

Business Development Manager

Operations Manager

Jon has 10 years industry experience, 4 years of which were spent in a manufacturing environment and over 6 years working in distribution, specifically within the passive fire protection market. During this time he completed and achieved several training and recognised qualifications within the passive fire protection sector. Throughout his time in the industry, Jon built relationships within specialist contractors such as fire protection, dry lining and cladding; whilst raising awareness of passive fire stopping/protection with main contractors and developers. You can contact Jon either on mobile: 07887 698 217 or email: jonscott@galaxyinsulation.co.uk

Fire Protection Specialist

James has a well deserved & excellent reputation in the masonry & brickwork market. Whether it be offering cost effective solutions or managing projects to ensure a one stop shop - making the process of ordering materials for our customers as smooth as is possible. James has 10 years of experience and was one of the first of our team to join Galaxy to establish our presence in London and we're very pleased he did.

Business Development Manager

Steve has been in distribution for nearly 15 years, always within Technical Sales and predominently on Tenon Partitions working from large scale drawings to provide component parts for Aluminium Partitioning Systems. Steve joined Galaxy in January 2020 to manage the specialist interiors business for London covering partitioning, suspended ceilings, doors and joinery, ironmongery, folding operable walls, raised access flooring, washroom systems, acoustic and more......

Interiors Manager

Paula is another one of our Galaxy London pioneers! She joined us in October 2019 and has been central in the growth of the business since. Paula has been working in insulation distribution since 2005.

Account Manager

Manj is another of our original cast members, joining Galaxy in October 2019. She has over 5 years of experience in the industry and is renowned for her positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Account Manager

Mandy moved to Galaxy East London in October 2019 as one of our very first team members and, with her unending energy, has been key in the success we've experienced to date. After a long career in sales management Mandy decided to try her hand at transport and we're very pleased she did.

Transport Manager

Keith joined our Midlands Branch in January 2020 and has 35 years experience in the industry. He is our Dry Lining Specialist.

Dry Lining Specialist

Joe joined our team in March 2017 and has 5 years experience in the industry. He is our Area Sales Manager.

Area Sales Manager

David joined our Leeds team in October 2013, having previously worked at Minster and Travis Perkins.

Render & EWI Manager

John started at Ceilings Distribution in 1993 working in transport & warehouse. He moved into the sales office in 1995 working in internal & external sales roles. From there he became the Sales Office Manager from 2004-2017 and then the Branch Manager from 2017-2019, before moving to Galaxy in January 2020.

Interiors Specialist

Bujar started in General Sales (Ceilings & Dry Lining), moving into Tenon Partitioning as Sales Manager in 2008. He then became a member of our team on 2nd December 2019.

Interiors Specialist

Richard Cooper joined Galaxy Leeds when it opened in 2009. Richard works closely with Martyn at the Leeds branch with a focus on sales. He is also a key member of the group logistics team.

Director

Adam has a total of eleven years in the Insulation Distribution Industry, with a further 2 years as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor. Adam joined Galaxy Leeds in September 2018.

Business Development Manager

Martyn joined Galaxy Leeds as a shareholding Director when the business opened in 2009. He has responsibility for the branch on a day to day basis.

Director

Aiden has 15 years’ experience in insulation & dry lining distribution. Aiden’s expertise are account management and the specialist dry lining sector. Aiden joined Galaxy in January 2017.

Business Development Manager

With over 5 years’ experience in this market Nikki will provide front line customer support ensuring Galaxy provide the exact level of customer service required.

Sales Executive

Steven has 15 years industry experience in technical roles in the construction industry. He works on specifications for thermal, acoustic, passive fire protection and dry lining, as well as being involved in housing, commercial, offsite and refurbishment projects. Steven is specialised in helping customers meet the regulations in the most cost-effective solution possible. Working with all the key stake holders in the construction industry Steven helps to support customers through the complexities of compliance and buildability, whilst developing simple solutions for customers who are struggling with compliance, availability of product or costings. He works with developers from design, throughout building to completion and possesses high levels of knowledge on SAP, building acoustics, building regulations, standards, building control and insurance. Steven supports customers to meet the requirements of the Approved Documents B, E and L of the building regulations.

Technical Services Manager

Ross is a qualified OCDEA assessor & has a BA (Hons) degree in Architecture from the University of Liverpool. Ross is our Technical Services Manager and with over 8 years’ experience in the construction industry he works closely with residential customers to provide SAP calculations and specifications from design stage through to As Built EPC. He also produces U-value thermal calculations including condensation risk analysis, across housing, commercial, timber frame, offsite and refurbishment markets. Ross specialises in providing cost-effective & compliant solutions, with all aspects of insulation (thermal, acoustic and fire) considered; associated with the cost and availability of an extensive range of construction materials supplied by Galaxy.

Technical Services Manager

Richard joined Galaxy in 2016 as MD of the new businesses in Birmingham and Haydock. Following the MBO he moved into the operational role and has been instrumental in recruitment and securing property for the London branches which opened January 2020.

Group Operations Director

Tracy was one of the original three holding company directors who established the Galaxy business in 2009 at Sheffield and Leeds. With many years industry experience Tracy led the management buyout in 2018 which has allowed the business to develop into new exciting locations and markets.

Group Managing Director