Our People
Gary LakeDirector of Octarine Investments Limited
Gary began his career in the family business of Heritage Bathrooms and in his early thirties became one of the youngest people to float a company. His extensive experience in business since then has led him to become a seasoned investor; a commercial and residential landlord; a chairman for several bathroom companies and his favorite position – a mentor.
Kathy FreemanOperations Manager, Octarine Investments Limited
Kathy began her career with Tesco Stores Limited where she spent just shy of 10 years. She started on a graduate management training scheme and her roles included Non-Food Section Manager, Non-Food Trading Manager, Regional Training Manager and Personnel Manager. Following a career break while her children were young Kathy re-joined the working world as a part-time PA to Gary Lake in 2014 where her experience in cultural change management influenced the development of the pyracore concept. Kathy lives with her family in North Somerset, enjoys running and is learning to play the piano.
Mike NichollsCommunications, Training and Development
Mike started out in Bathrooms 35 years ago and has worked for notable companies such as Heritage MASCO and Eastbrook in a wide range of roles from Rep to Sales Director. He worked with markets in Europe, Australia and the USA before settling with his wife and daughters in the UK and opening his own business. Mike has used his vast skills in communications and endless enthusiasm to create training workshops and seminars for Pyracore. Mike lives in the Wye valley and enjoys walking his dogs with his wife in the local countryside.
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