Amid global expansion, the security technology manufacturer Paxton has announced the appointment of Steve Taylor to their leadership team, as the company’s new Chief Technical Officer.

In his new role, Steve will be responsible for leading Paxton’s experienced engineering department, driving further innovation, and heading-up the company’s modern product design.

Adam Stroud, Paxton’s CEO, said: “As a technology company, the products that we design ultimately define us. Our engineering department is the source of all that flows from Paxton.

“The appointment of Steve Taylor as CTO will build upon the department’s ability to design world-class products by utilising the best technologies to create innovative security solutions that customers want.”

Steve brings with him a wealth of experience in technology and engineering from the renewable energy sector. He has previously held leadership positions at Statkraft, Solarcentury, and Future Electronics.

His expertise will be invaluable to Paxton’s journey as the company continues to expand and innovate internationally, particularly whilst developing initiatives for greener manufacturing strategies in the coming years.

Adam adds: “Steve’s experience, ambition, and people-focussed approach will help us retain and recruit the best engineering talent, while we strive to be one of the country’s most highly rated employers.”

Steve expressed his enthusiasm in joining Paxton, saying, “I’m thrilled to be part of a company that is at the forefront of innovation in the security technology industry.

“I look forward to working with our talented engineers to continue the Paxton legacy of creating innovative security solutions that make a real difference to the world.”

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