Luxury appliance manufacturer Fisher & Paykel has announced that David Woollcott, managing director for UK, Ireland & Europe, will depart at the end of October 2022. Laurence Mawhinney, executive vice president business development, will lead the UK, Ireland and European business, whilst the company is in the process of appointing a new managing director.

Laurence Mawhinney has been global executive and board member for Fisher & Paykel UK, Ireland & European operations for several years, and is a veteran of Fisher & Paykel with over 30 years’ experience at the company.  Laurence and the Senior Leadership Team for UK, Ireland and Europe, will continue to work closely together until the new managing director comes onboard.

Laurence thanks David for his commitment and dedication during his five-year tenure, adding, “David has brought inspiring leadership while transforming the UK, Ireland and Europe and delivered many successes for the market during his time with Fisher & Paykel. David led from the front and lived out our human-centred values to create a remarkable culture. We have an outstanding team based in our Northampton and Dublin offices, who will continue to grow the brand across UK, Ireland and Europe.”

David Woollcott said, “Fisher & Paykel is the most extraordinary company I have ever had the pleasure of working for. In five short years, we trebled the size of our team and have a depth of talent and belief, which any leader would be proud of and happy to serve. What Fisher & Paykel does above all else is exceptional people.”