All change at Bio-D

Jim Manson
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Natural cleaning products business Bio-D has new owners.

Following a management buy-out in March, Lloyd Atkin is now at the helm of the of the Yorkshire-based company.

Atkin started at Bio-D more than twelve years ago as a “work experience” employee and is joined by Sara Holtby as director of marketing.

Founder Mike Barwell will remain on a part-time basis, as a consultant for a 5 months; after which time he will officially retire.

“About time too”, some might say! And after founding Bio-D 22 years ago I think the change will be beneficial for all concerned.

“My interests in environmental issues will remain as strong as ever and I’m sure I will remain in contact with all those like-minded people at events and exhibitions nationwide.”

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Jim Manson is editor of Natural Newsdesk, former editor-in-chief of Natural Products Global (whose influence and audience grew steadily under his editorship) and former editor of Natural Products News, a position he held for 16 years. A regular speaker, presenter and awards host at conferences and trade shows in the UK and across Europe, he has also written for national newspapers and magazines including The Guardian, Financial Times, The Times and Time Out.
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