Callcredit appoints deputy MD

The company, part of the Skipton Group, has recruited William Lacon to take control of its operations, development and IT functions, following continued growth.

Previously managing director of sister company CAST Systems, William Lacon has over 13 years’ senior management experience within the Skipton Group. He joined Skipton Building Society in 1990, moving to Homeloan Management Ltd in 1994 as director of sales, ultimately becoming the company’s deputy managing director.

David Coates, Callcredit’s managing director, commented: “We are delighted that William has joined us. Callcredit has a development plan that is both exciting and demanding. William’s wealth of experience, particularly in successfully managing complex IT projects, will be invaluable.”