Joanne Gualda FCIM has extensive experience in marketing and sales, currently serving as Group Marketing Director at Bagnalls since 2006, having been recruited as Group Marketing Manager in 2000. At Bagnalls, Joanne leads efforts to promote the company’s expertise to both existing customers and new prospects. Prior to this role, Joanne was the Marketing Manager at Portola Packaging, where responsibilities included developing new markets for beverage closures in the UK and Europe. Joanne began a career at Bridon International Ltd in 1990 as a graduate trainee, ultimately advancing to Northern European Sales Manager. Academic qualifications include a BA (Hons) in Business Studies, a Diploma from the Chartered Institute of Marketing, an MA in Marketing, and the designation of Chartered Marketer from the CIM.