Since joining the company in 1987 he has worked in a wide variety of roles over the years, helping to grow the business with co-Director Ray Hall from £1m annual turnover to today’s £13m-plus figure.
Managing director Ray Hall said: “When Kris first approached me about his desire to retire from the business in order to take time out and travel, I thought he was having a mid-life crisis - it seemed such an early age to make such a decision.
“However, it became perfectly clear that Kris had been considering this big decision for a while and had made his mind up that this is the correct decision for him.
“Kris has been a great asset to the business and it’s been an absolute pleasure working with him for so many, many years.
“He will be sorely missed, however we are pleased for him and wish him all the very best with his personal ambitions. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank Kris for his dedication and the solid achievements that the business has enjoyed over the years during his time as sales director.”
In preparation for his departure a number of internal promotions have taken place – Duncan Vipas to head of sales and purchasing, Emma Smith to head of marketing and Tracy Barry to head of finance and operations.
Kris adds: “After over 30 wonderful years at RH Hall it is now time for me hang up my boots.
“My decision has nothing to do with the current Covid crisis, far from it, we have been working on our new structure and this transition since July 2019.
“I am immensely proud of my time at RH Hall - I’ve enjoyed every minute of it and we have progressed a lot as individuals and as a company.
“Although it’s sad to be saying farewell, I couldn’t be prouder of what we have achieved together and have utmost confidence that RH Hall will continue to go from strength to strength.”