OcUK appoints new MD - bit-tech.net Forums

Tim S · 8th Oct 2007, 12:23

The UK's No.1 e-tailer of choice for high end computer, AV, digital products & peripheries has appointed Rupert Lowery as managing director of the business.

Formerly Chief Executive of TheHut.com - Lowery brings considerable breadth & depth to Overclockers UK having successfully managed & grown a number of technology based businesses.

Lowery, 41, has built a reputation for leadership and dynamism in roles within the retail, banking and technology industries, with Sainsbury's, Lloyds TSB, Halifax plc, Caudwell Communications, the state-owned Irish Post Office and the alphyra Group."

Mark Proudfoot, owner and former Managing Director, said:

"I'm delighted to announce Rupert's appointment and my repositioning as Chairman of the Business. Together I am confident that our combined drive and ambition will develop our business to deliver our customer's needs. Rupert's innovation, coupled with his understanding of the customer experience and my knowledge of the industry, will see renewed focus on products and service delivery for Overclockers UK customers."

Overclockers UK continues to offer its customers first to market solutions for high quality electronic products, software & peripherals and sees this appointment as a crucial development in its drive to develop its customer and supplier relationships.

Lowery said:

"I'm delighted to be joining Overclockers UK. It is without doubt the UK's No.1 website for high end electronic products. My role is 3 fold: Expand the existing groups of products, develop new and complimentary groups of products & services, and, optimise our service levels for our growing and loyal customer base. I am very much looking forward to be working with Mark and the Team to deliver our customer's needs."

Mark's repositioning as Chairman enables Mark to further develop supply relationships, act as Rupert's mentor in the short term as he takes over control of the operational business and maintain his active interest in the Overclockers Forum.

About Overclockers UK:
Overclockers UK supplies high specification systems, components, software and hardware to its growing customer base via its ecommerce site www.overclockers.co.uk.

DougEdey · 8th Oct 2007, 12:27

I really want to put a witty comment in here, but I won't. SO I'll do it on IRC.

Mankz · 8th Oct 2007, 14:12

OCuK isn't my number 1 retailer of choice....

cool_dude · 8th Oct 2007, 17:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mankz.

OCuK isn't my number 1 retailer of choice....

Yeh... Ditto.

Sim0n · 8th Oct 2007, 18:17

It'll take one hell of a man to sort out the pile of crap that currently surrounds OCUK's reputation.. Heres hoping he can manage it

Overlord · 9th Oct 2007, 06:29

We all love overclockers.

tbh i've never had a problem with them and even managed to get through on the phone

Fod · 9th Oct 2007, 14:58

proudfoot!?

yes! LOTR is coming to life!

Kurayamino · 9th Oct 2007, 21:52

Woudnt we all make a big speech about how we're going to change something and make the world (or overclockers uk) a better place!? Saying its one thing doing it is a completely different story, actions speak louder than words. Also why does it take weeks/months to sort the problem, if hes that concerned fix it straight away!

8th Oct 2007, 12:23	#1
Tim S Pewlius Caesar bit-tech Staff Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Ascot, Berks Posts: 18,021	OcUK appoints new MD The UK's No.1 e-tailer of choice for high end computer, AV, digital products & peripheries has appointed Rupert Lowery as managing director of the business. Formerly Chief Executive of TheHut.com - Lowery brings considerable breadth & depth to Overclockers UK having successfully managed & grown a number of technology based businesses. Lowery, 41, has built a reputation for leadership and dynamism in roles within the retail, banking and technology industries, with Sainsbury's, Lloyds TSB, Halifax plc, Caudwell Communications, the state-owned Irish Post Office and the alphyra Group." Mark Proudfoot, owner and former Managing Director, said: "I'm delighted to announce Rupert's appointment and my repositioning as Chairman of the Business. Together I am confident that our combined drive and ambition will develop our business to deliver our customer's needs. Rupert's innovation, coupled with his understanding of the customer experience and my knowledge of the industry, will see renewed focus on products and service delivery for Overclockers UK customers." Overclockers UK continues to offer its customers first to market solutions for high quality electronic products, software & peripherals and sees this appointment as a crucial development in its drive to develop its customer and supplier relationships. Lowery said: "I'm delighted to be joining Overclockers UK. It is without doubt the UK's No.1 website for high end electronic products. My role is 3 fold: Expand the existing groups of products, develop new and complimentary groups of products & services, and, optimise our service levels for our growing and loyal customer base. I am very much looking forward to be working with Mark and the Team to deliver our customer's needs." Mark's repositioning as Chairman enables Mark to further develop supply relationships, act as Rupert's mentor in the short term as he takes over control of the operational business and maintain his active interest in the Overclockers Forum. About Overclockers UK: Overclockers UK supplies high specification systems, components, software and hardware to its growing customer base via its ecommerce site www.overclockers.co.uk. __________________ Tim on Twitter \| Tim's Blog \| Tim's Flickr The bit-tech Blog \| bit-tech on Twitter \| Join the bit-tech & Custom PC folding team (#35947)

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Kurayamino As long as the Raven flies Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Hampshire, UK Posts: 537	Woudnt we all make a big speech about how we're going to change something and make the world (or overclockers uk) a better place!? Saying its one thing doing it is a completely different story, actions speak louder than words. Also why does it take weeks/months to sort the problem, if hes that concerned fix it straight away! __________________ Intel Core 2 Duo E6700, Abit AW9D-MAX Intel 975X, GeIL 4GB PC6400C4 800MHz Ultra Low Latency, BFG GeForce 8800 GTX OC2, Western Digital Raptor 150GB, Creative X-Fi Xtreme Music, Corsair HX 620W, CoolerMaster Stacker 830, 24" Dell 2407 Flat Panel, Logitech G11 Keyboard, Logitech G5 Mouse

8th Oct 2007, 14:12	#3
Mankz ITS OVER 8000! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Somewhere in Berks Ninja Status: Lv.69 Posts: 8,080	OCuK isn't my number 1 retailer of choice....

8th Oct 2007, 18:17	#5
Sim0n Ahhh Jimlad Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Nottingham, UK Posts: 1,109	It'll take one hell of a man to sort out the pile of crap that currently surrounds OCUK's reputation.. Heres hoping he can manage it

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Overlord Minimodder Join Date: May 2005 Location: UK Posts: 30	We all love overclockers. tbh i've never had a problem with them and even managed to get through on the phone