Read the latest magazine Flat Roofing Industry News Insulation People TaperedPlus Appoints Business Development Manager for Midlands and South West 2 October 2025 FLAT ROOFING and insulation specialist TaperedPlus has strengthened its new regional sales framework with the appointment of Ian Sumner as Business Development Manager for the Midlands and South West of England. Well-known and highly respected within the roofing and waterproofing industry, Ian brings more than 20 years of sales and technical expertise to the role. He has built his career with industry manufacturers and suppliers, most recently serving as Technical Sales Manager for the Midlands at Proteus Waterproofing. His earlier experience includes roles with Langley Waterproofing Systems, Sika Roofing, and SIG plc. Speaking about his new role, Ian Sumner said: “TaperedPlus is a dynamic company with a great reputation for technical expertise and client-focused service. I’m excited to be part of its continued growth and look forward to working closely with contractors, architects and consultants across the Midlands and South West to deliver high-performing, sustainable roofing solutions.” New Business Development Manager Ian’s appointment forms part of TaperedPlus’s ambitious growth strategy, which has seen the Stockton-on-Tees company expand its sales team following a £5.5 million investment from BGF last year. Under the new structure, each business development manager is dedicated to a specific region to enable closer client relationships and enhanced service delivery. Chief Revenue Officer Rob Vass added: “We’re delighted to welcome Ian to the team. His strong track record and established relationships within the sector are invaluable as we build on our growth momentum. Having someone of his calibre ensures we can respond quickly and effectively to the needs of clients in these regions.” Co-founded in 2014 by Aman Chahal and Rob Vass, TaperedPlus is an independent B Corp™ certified company, which is headquartered on Teesside and operates a technical design studio in Wolverhampton. >> Read more about TaperedPlus in the news Previous article Raise the Roof Calls for More Engagement with Schools on CareersNext article Are Pitched Roof Underlays ‘Easy to Install’? Share article You may also like View all News Awards and Events +4 24 July 2026 Winners of the BMI Apprentice of the Year 2026 Announced Apprenticeships +5 16 July 2026 Burnley College to Launch New Roofing Apprenticeship Featured Companies +3 16 July 2026 Flexible Mix of Classroom and Onsite Training for Flex-R Customers Flat Roofing +3 13 July 2026 All-Electric Roofing Equipment Backed by Landmark Fire Safety Guidance Sign Up to Roofing Today Stay up to date with all of the latest news from Roofing Today by signing up to our weekly Bulletins… Sign Up Today Get in Touch Check out the latest issue 125 July-August 2026 View Now Past Issues Get in Touch