Hygiene specialists appoint new Operations Director for Ireland at Mayo base

MELISSA Moorhead has joined hygiene specialist Christeyns UK as Operations Director, Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Based at Christeyns' Irish head office in Ballindine, Melissa will be responsible for directing the company’s day to day activities, overseeing the growing team and ensuring business objectives are met.

Melissa brings a decade of experience in various commercial, pricing and sales leadership roles across global operations. Her deep understanding of contemporary technologies, data networks and information systems will be a huge asset as Christeyns continues to grow its business in Ireland.

Christeyns has experienced rapid growth in the Irish market with over 50% business growth in the past two and half years.

Following the purchase of Gannon Chemicals in Claremorris in 2023, the firm has undergone a period of consolidation, doubling the size of its workforce as it moves forward with its strategic plans to become the market leader in its field in Ireland and Northern Ireland.

“I am absolutely delighted to join this innovative and forward-thinking company, with a rich history and family values,” said Melissa. “It is an exciting time for the hygiene industry with sustainability and technology playing a huge role in our path forward. I look forward to the challenges this will bring.”

Melissa is currently transitioning into the hygiene chemical industry, undergoing an induction programme at the group’s UK facilities in Bradford, Warrington and High Peaks Derbyshire.

Originally from Enniskillen, Melissa gained a Bachelor of Business Studies degree at Northumbria University. Outside of work, she is an active volunteer and fund raiser for charitable causes including Youth Adventure Trust and various cancer research charities.