GNG Group appoints commercial director

Mattress retailer GNG Group has announced the appointment of Richard Gretton to the role of commercial director at its West Yorkshire business. 

He joins the group from Hypnos Beds where he spent almost six years as global retail sales director. Prior to that, he was commercial director at Castelan Group where he launched new strategic services across the furniture, leisure and hotel markets. 

Gretton also spent over three years as commercial development director at Homeserve plc, as well as having been commercial director of Valspar UK. 

His experience in sales spans over 25 years and includes marketing management, negotiation, business planning, marketing planning and operations management. 

In his new role, Gretton will be responsible for the sales operation for the expanding mattress division, which includes its Komfi vacuum-packed mattress brand and the Sonlevo mattresses. 

Darren Potterton, managing director of GNG, said: “With his exceptional track record of success within the industry, Richard will play a pivotal role in spearheading the further growth of our mattress division. 

“Richard’s appointment comes at a crucial time as we embark on the next chapter of planned growth in the UK. His strategic vision and business acumen will be instrumental in positioning our company to capitalise on emerging opportunities and further enhance our capabilities.”

Gretton added: “With a 40-year manufacturing heritage, GNG has become one of the leading names in British-made mattresses. Known for quality, service and product innovation, I am excited to be joining a fast-growing business where I believe I can make a real difference.”

Established in 1987, GNG is headquartered in Normanton and currently employs more than 130 people across the entire group.