Cwmbran Shopping has started the new year with a new manager. Rikki Teml, 37, joins the centre with over eight years of experience in the retail sector.
He will be responsible for leading Cwmbran Shopping’s 58-strong team while working closely with the centre’s 170 tenants. His role will also include further strengthening the centre’s presence within the wider community.Mr Teml was the centre
Mr Teml was previously the centre manger for both Clifton Down Shopping Centre in Bristol and Beechwood Shopping Centre in Cheltenham for almost four years.
He also worked for Newsquest Media Group for 10 years as the senior field sales representative for Newport and Cwmbran at the South Wales Argus.
He said: “This role appealed to me as Cwmbran Shopping has such a strong reputation in Wales, particularly for its loyal customers, high customer satisfaction rates and leading fashion offer.
“Having lived in the area and worked for the South Wales Argus, I already knew the local community quite well. However, I’m really looking forward to getting to know both the local residents and tenants even more and be part of something that’s so integral to the town.
“I’m very excited about what 2016 holds for the centre, and especially for the various events we have planned for our customers. I also hope to use my experience in the sector to build upon the existing customer service offering, both for our visitors and tenants”.
Anthony Ross, Director – Asset Management at M&G Real Estate, said: “At one million square feet, the centre is both a regional destination and a local hub, and we warmly welcome Rikki to the team as we progress plans to further enhance our reputation as one of Wales’ leading retail destinations.”