Gail Hannam has joined the team at Ebbw Vale Innovation Centre, (EVIC).

Run by Tata Steel subsidiary UK Steel Enterprise, EVIC is home to 58 businesses in high spec office and workshop accommodation. The business centre has been a successful incubator for many young businesses which have prospered and created jobs there.

Gail, who is from Ebbw Vale, was previously HR manager of a care home in Abergavenny.

She said: “I am looking forward to my new role, and to helping ensure that service levels at EVIC continue to be of the highest standard.”

Area manager in Wales for UK Steel Enterprise, Glyn Thomas, said: “EVIC is an important part of the business and economic scene in the area and has helped many local businesses to thrive. I am very pleased that Gail has joined and is bringing her expertise to the team, supporting the tenants and ensuring the smooth-running of the centre.”