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Plus-Plus UK & Ireland appoints Claire Coekin as sales manager

Published on: 31st January 2023

Claire Coekin joins Plus-Plus with over 12 years of toy industry experience gained in sales roles at Spin Master and Funrise International. 

Following the incorporation of the company’s new UK & Ireland subsidiary and successful launch at London Toy Fair, Plus-Plus has confirmed the appointment of Claire Coekin as UK sales manager.

Claire joins Plus-Plus with over 12 years of toy industry experience gained in sales roles at Spin Master and Funrise International. She has been successful in working closely with customers across all sales channels to develop a wide range of toy brands.

Phil Hooper, UK managing director, said of Claire’s appointment: “We are delighted to welcome Claire to our growing Plus-Plus team. I have had the pleasure of working with Claire before and understand first-hand what a positive and professional person she is.  Her experience, determination and drive are just some of the qualities that anyone used to working with Claire will recognise. She is also one of the most genuine team players I have ever worked with.”

Claire added: ‘I am delighted to be joining Plus-Plus at such an exciting time for the company. I believe passionately that Plus-Plus is a brand with huge potential to establish an evergreen presence in the UK & Ireland.  I am looking forward to working with the Plus-Plus team in Denmark and the UK to bring the brand to life at retail.”

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