Fellow Cherry family firm Stonebond hires David Newell

Stonebond has hired David Newell as its new regional commercial director

The Cherry family firm has announced the appointment of Newell, who is joining the £62m-turnover firm from his role as managing director of special projects at Countryside, now part of Vistry.

David Newell

David Newell has been appointed as a regional commerical director at Stonebond

Newell had spent 15 years in senior roles at Countryside and previously worked with Richard and Graham Cherry, the founders and co-chairs of Stonebond and son of Countryside founder Alan.

Newell will lead on Stonebond’s largest regional arm, operating in the Chelmsford area of Essex.

Stonebond last year announced a shift in strategy towards partnerships.

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Newell said: “The company’s clear growth strategy made it a highly attractive opportunity and it’s easy to see the potential ahead. I’m looking forward to supporting the Chelmsford team as we develop and grow the supply chain, mentoring and developing colleagues and ensuring our commercial operations are managed in a sustainable way.”