Elgood’s is expanding its sales team with the appointment of Lee Adnitt to the position of national accounts manager.

He will be responsible for building up the wholesale side of Elgood’s beer business nationally.

Mr Adnitt has 26 years’ experience in the drinks industry and joins Elgood’s from Wells and Youngs Brewing Company.

Claire Simpson, Elgood’s marketing director said: “We are delighted to have Lee join the team. His wealth of knowledge in the trade will be invaluable.”

Mr Adnitt is also a qualified football coach and referee and is currently coaching an under 14s girls football team that has just won their league.