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G24 Innovations (G24i), a solar energy pioneer, has announced the appointment of Roy Bedlow as chief marketing officer. Mr Bedlow joins from Palm, Inc. (NASD:PALM). He brings a deep understanding of global markets and a wealth of marketing experience. Roy will divide his time at the company’s manufacturing and research headquarters in Cardiff and he will assume responsibility for leading G24i’s sales and marketing strategies in global markets.
G24i is the world’s first commercial manufacturer of next generation Dye-Sensitised Thin Film solar cells. Its pioneering technology offers a lightweight, flexible and silicon-free alternative to traditional solar cells and, most critically, works in low-light and indoor conditions. By focusing on portability rather than grid tied systems, it has created a range of new possibilities for solar energy to replace expensive and environmentally unfriendly batteries. Current applications focus on powering mobile electronic devices and LED lighting systems.
Roy most recently served as Former Vice President and General Manager of Europe, Middle East and Africa at Palm, Inc. and held responsibility for sales and marketing.
Bedlow's career in global technology has also included European business unit director for Iomega International in Geneva and a variety of sales and marketing positions at Apple Computer over a period of six years, based in London and Munich leaving in the position of European Marketing Director.
Edward Stevenson, co-founder and Chairman of G24i, commented: “This appointment will further enhance G24i's sales and marketing efforts into the next phase of its rapid evolution. Roy has the right blend of global experience in technology and will drive global sales growth, marketing and shaping the strategic direction of the Company.”
Roy Bedlow added: “I am delighted to have the opportunity to join G24i through the next stage of the company’s expansion. This is an exciting time for greentech companies with innovative technology platforms, and G24i is perfectly positioned to become a dominant market force.”
John Hartnett, G24i’s CEO, commented: “I am thrilled to have Roy join our executive team and look forward to working hand-in-hand with him as chief marketing officer. This business has come a very long way in a short space of time and its future is limited only by the depth of our imagination. Our technology allows the renewable energy revolution to start from bottom up and not top down.”
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About G24i
G24 Innovations (G24i), a UK based company, is the world’s first to commercially manufacture next generation Dye-Sensitized Thin Film solar cells, an alternative to traditional silicon solar cells.
Dye-Sensitized Thin Film solar cells are unique in that they are extremely lightweight, durable, and produce electricity in low-light and indoor conditions. As a result, G24i’s advanced solar cells are perfect for powering mobile electronic devices such as mobile telephones, cameras, and portable LED lighting systems.
On a larger scale, G24i’s flexible thin film integrates effectively into clothing, tents, electronic advertising displays, and works well for indoor building integrated photovoltaic systems where local regulation requires on site generation or significant energy efficiency measures.
G24i’s proprietary high speed roll-to-roll manufacturing process allows for large volume production at its 23 acre, 187,000 square foot facility. Further information at: www.g24i.com.
For more information, please contact:
Media Contacts
Europe:
Jacqui Reid
G24 Innovations
+44 7973 818 171
jacqui.reid@g24i.com
America:
Niall O’Muilleoir
FD (USA)
+1 646 322 2460
niall.omuilleoir@fd.com
