A regional business title’s owner has unveiled its first ever managing director.

NK Media Ltd, which runs Business & Innovation Magazine, has announced the appointment of Mark Saunders to the role.

The magazine, established in 2017, covers the West Midlands, South West and Thames Valley areas.

Mark, pictured, was previously Group Marketing Director for more than a decade at communications business 9 Group, based in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire.

He said: “Regional businesses are the lifeblood of the UK’s economy and publications such as Business & Innovation Magazine are an essential resource for people who want to understand their local business landscape and seize new opportunities.

“I’m looking forward to playing a central role in helping to grow the business.”

Nicky Godding, Business & Innovation Magazine co-founder and Editor in Chief, added: “We are absolutely delighted to have attracted someone the calibre of Mark to help us continue the growth of our business.

“We have a very strong brand across our core regions of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, the Thames Valley, West Midlands, South Gloucestershire and Bristol and our plan is to extend our coverage and support for businesses and business leaders over the next few years.

“We will continue to do this through our publications and through our highly regarded in-person events when allowed.”