Crawford Healthcare Ltd, the Knutsford based skincare business has recently appointed Chris Stephenson as its Director of Research and Development. Chris will work closely with the senior management team to grow the company’s current portfolio and innovative wound and skincare products.
His appointment at Crawford is part of the company’s long-term strategy to cement its position as a leading player in the UK and expand its international presence. Chris will be based at the company’s Head Office, which houses a purpose-built development laboratory.
Prior to joining Crawford, Chris spent nine years at Smith & Nephew before leaving to join Lantor UK where he held a number of positions before finishing in the role of Technical Director. This role saw him heavily involved in developing new and innovative wound dressings.
Commenting on his new role, Chris said: “Crawford Healthcare is a leading name in wound and skincare products, with an impressive customer list. I’m looking forward to working closely with the senior team to develop the next generation of wound care products.”
Richard Anderson, CEO of Crawford Healthcare Ltd added: “Chris brings with him a wealth of experience and knowledge to the business which will be extremely beneficial to us as we look to build our pipeline of new products. His dedicated lab will allow us to push the boundaries of research and development, creating cutting-edge products for customers around the world.”