Bidvest Noonan has appointed Mairead Stapleton as Senior Business Development Director, charged with accelerating growth across the Education and Social sectors in the UK and Ireland. Stapleton brings more than 20 years of experience at the company, having held senior positions in administration, sales, operations, and business development, and has played a pivotal role in shaping Bidvest Noonan’s strategic direction and service delivery.

In her new position, Stapleton will lead the business development strategy for two of the company’s core growth sectors. The appointment is central to Bidvest Noonan’s ambition to double its business by expanding expertise, delivering tailored solutions, and driving innovation across high-growth markets.

Stapleton said, “I’m excited to build on the fantastic work our teams are already delivering. There’s tremendous opportunity to extend that success further, particularly within the Education and Social sectors, and I’m delighted to play a role in driving that growth.”

David Barker, Chief Growth Officer at Bidvest Noonan, emphasised the strategic importance of the appointment. “Mairead’s extensive experience, operational insight, and strong client relationships make her ideally suited to lead this next phase of expansion for both our Education and Just Ask businesses,” he said. Barker added that developing deep sector expertise remains central to sustainable growth and delivering enhanced client outcomes.

Stapleton’s appointment reflects a broader trend of companies investing in leadership roles focused on sector-specific growth, combining operational experience with client relationship management to unlock new revenue opportunities. Her deep knowledge of Bidvest Noonan’s objectives and service portfolio positions her to implement strategies that drive efficiency, innovation, and market penetration in sectors critical to the company’s long-term strategy.

Discover how Stapleton’s leadership will shape Bidvest Noonan’s expansion in the Education and Social sectors. Read the full story here.