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Following training at precision machinists DCE Holne (R&D) Ltd of Kingsbridge, Devon and university studies in systems engineering, Ben started Datum Alloys in 1993.
As founder, he has overseen the rapid growth of the company, working closely with customers to ensure that Datum fulfils the vision of a quality metals and alloys distributor that genuinely meets customer needs at all levels.
He travels worldwide and visits clients on a regular basis to ensure that the Datum team has the fullest possible understanding of customer business and always remains 100% responsive to the demands of each individual customer situation. He is always available for personal discussion with all clients, regardless of size or the value of any current, potential or past order.
Telephone: +65 6744 5095

Email: ben@datumalloys.com

Peter joined Datum as CTO in 2008, having spent the previous 23 years in a leading precision parts manufacturing company. Within this business he undertook a wide variety of roles including Production Manager, Works Manager/Director, and PCM Divisional Director. Latterly as Technical Director, he was responsible for the company's micro parts division and also for the management of major accounts.

He has a wide range of engineering and management knowledge having previously been employed in multinational electronics and aerospace companies. In these roles he has undertaken major projects including the development of composite structures and the project engineering of complex electronic assemblies.

Peter's role at Datum will be the development of new business sectors and also the further advancement of the already well established scientific approach to materials supply.

Academically, Peter holds 3 post graduate degrees from Cranfield University, in Production Engineering and Project Management, Manufacturing Management and a PhD in Advanced Manufacturing Methods.

Telephone: +44 (0) 7872 824713

Email: peter.jeffries@datumalloys.com

Nancy spent 8 years as General Manager of a multinational company in the printer consumable supplies and mobile solutions industry in Taiwan and Singapore before she joined Datum Alloys in 2006. She has a strong track record in developing new businesses, products and territories and in leading sales and marketing teams.
Nancy obtained her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business.

Telephone: +65 6744 5095

Email: nancy@datumalloys.com

Having spent several years as production director and part owner of a successful food manufacturing company, Ian joined Datum Alloys in 2004. He now oversees the operations and general management in the U.K.
Ian's academic qualifications lie in electrical engineering and the sciences at the graduate and postgraduate levels.
Telephone: +44 (0) 1548 855900

Email: ian@datumalloys.com