HARDEN-based STRI Group has appointed two new directors to its board.

Gareth Walters will lead the group finance function and work closely with the board to drive through strategic growth.

And Dr Ruth Mann, as director of research, will strive to ensure the sports turf company remains at the head of innovation and technological developments.

Both will also continue to manage their existing departments.

Mr Walters said: “With two key strategic acquisitions made last year 2021 represents an exciting time for the group. I look forward to joining the board and supporting this continued growth.”

Dr Mann said it was “very exciting” to be involved in developing solutions to challenges within the industry. She added: “The range of projects that STRI is currently involved with demands a variety of technical expertise and I am looking forward to supporting the continued expansion of services.”

The appointments are welcomed by STRI chief executive officer, Mark Godfrey. “Ruth and Gareth have been important senior figures at the company for several years,” he said. “I am delighted to welcome them to the board.”