Andrew Stark

Andrew Stark has a diverse work experience that spans over several years. Andrew started their career as the UK Marketing Manager at Ceridian, where they were responsible for the marketing function and oversaw all aspects of the marketing mix across six separate business divisions. Andrew held this position from 1996 to 2003. Andrew then joined Edotech as the UK Marketing Manager, where they helped grow and prepare the IT and BPO outsourcing business for an IPO or trade sale. Andrew successfully sold the company for £130m a year earlier than planned.

Andrew then worked as an Independent Business Consultant, providing sales and marketing consultancy services. Andrew also worked at MULTIVAC UK as the UK Marketing & Retail Account Manager. In this role, they established a professional marketing function and supported sales, new business development, and existing customer sales across various processing and packaging equipment. Additionally, they managed key retail projects and established relationships with major UK retailers. Andrew held this position from 2005 to 2014.

After that, Andrew was the Chief Operating Officer (CEO) of PPMA Limited, where they headed the PPMA Group of Trade Associations. Andrew was responsible for the PPMA Show, the leading processing and packaging show in the UK, as well as publishing industry sector magazines, providing training and technical support services to 440+ members.

Andrew then worked as an Interim Senior Executive and Sales & Marketing Business Consultant before taking on the role of Head of Traded Services at Gloucestershire County Council. Currently, Andrew is serving as the Director of Commercial Activities at National Star.

Andrew Stark has a Bachelor's Degree in Management Science from Loughborough University. Andrew also attended Cranleigh School for their high school education. Andrew has obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing (DipM) in Strategic Marketing from CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing. In addition, they have completed a course in Effective Marketing Management from Cranfield School of Management. Andrew Stark has also received certifications in Prince2 - Project Management Practitioner and Prince2 - Project Management Foundation from APMG International. Andrew is also a certified Chartered Marketer (MCIM) from CIM | The Chartered Institute of Marketing.