The integrated access control and security manufacturer, TDSi, has announced the appointment of Damian Garner as their New Business Sales Associate. Garner brings over two decades of experience in sales and commercial leadership, drawing from both B2B and B2C markets.
This move is seen as a step towards enhancing TDSi’s focus on building robust customer relationships, promoting innovation, and achieving sustainable growth.
Fostering long-term success
Alex Rumsey, TDSi’s Sales Director, expressed enthusiasm about the arrival of Garner, stating, “Having built his career on helping organisations enhance their commercial performance, holding senior customer-facing roles in business development, strategic account management, and high-value client engagement, Damian is the perfect person to further develop our new business campaign."
Rumsey highlighted Garner’s reputation for employing a people-first strategy and a keen commercial insight, both of which are expected to bolster partnerships and drive long-term success.
Exploring new commercial avenues
Garner expanded his professional reach into the sports sector, collaborating between the UK and Italy
Garner’s extensive career spans various sectors. He established a strong foundation in corporate sales before launching his own recruitment business, which enriched his understanding of client demands, service excellence, and trust-building.
Garner expanded his professional reach into the sports sector, collaborating between the UK and Italy on events focusing on stadium design, operational improvements, and fan engagement strategies. In these roles, he connected suppliers with end-users in elite sports such as NFL franchises and Premier League football clubs, identifying commercial strategies to enhance profitability.
A methodical leadership approach
Beyond his sales expertise, Garner has also managed a Connells estate agency branch, gaining valuable leadership experience in performance-oriented team management.
Holding a degree in forensic archaeology, Garner’s analytical mindset and exceptional attention to detail have been significant assets across his various roles.
Expanding TDSi's market reach
Upon his appointment, Damian commented, “Customers trust TDSi because the products perform, the technology is robust, and the support behind it is second-to-none. I am excited to be joining at such a pivotal time, bringing fresh perspectives from outside the security sector and helping strengthen collaboration between TDSi and its Hirsch Group (formerly Vitaprotech Group) sister companies."
Garner is eager to cultivate new customer and partner relationships, broaden TDSi's reach into new markets, and support strategic initiatives aimed at propelling the company’s growth into its next phase.
Integrated access control and security manufacturer TDSi is delighted to welcome Damian Garner to the team.
Damian joins as New Business Sales Associate and brings over 20 years of sales and commercial leadership experience across B2B and B2C markets, strengthening TDSi’s commitment to customer partnerships, innovation, and sustainable growth.
Long-term success
Reflecting on Damian’s appointment, Alex Rumsey, Sales Director at TDSi, commented, “Having built his career on helping organisations enhance their commercial performance, holding senior customer-facing roles in business development, strategic account management, and high-value client engagement, Damian is the perfect person to further develop our new business campaign."
"Renowned for his people-first approach and sharp commercial instinct, he has developed a strong reputation for strengthening partnerships and driving long-term success.”
New commercial opportunities and strategies
Damian’s broad career experience spans diverse industries. After establishing himself in corporate sales, Damian founded and led his own recruitment business, deepening his understanding of client needs, service excellence, and trusted relationships.
He later expanded internationally into the sports industry, working between the UK and Italy on networking and knowledge-sharing events covering stadium design, operational innovation, and enhancing the fan matchday experience.
In this role, he connected suppliers with end users across elite sports - including NFL franchises, Premier League football clubs, major cricket organisations, and national bodies bidding to host international tournaments - identifying new commercial opportunities and strategies to boost profitability.
Methodical approach
Damian has also managed a Connells estate agency branch, gaining valuable leadership experience and building a strong foundation in performance-driven team management.
Adding a distinctive dimension to his expertise, he holds a degree in forensic archaeology, equipping him with a uniquely analytical mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and a methodical approach that he applies across every role.
TDSi’s market presence
Speaking about his appointment, Damian commented: “Customers trust TDSi because the products perform, the technology is robust, and the support behind it is second-to-none. I am excited to be joining at such a pivotal time, bringing fresh perspectives from outside the security sector and helping strengthen collaboration between TDSi and its Hirsch Group (formerly Vitaprotech Group) sister companies."
"I look forward to driving new customer and partner relationships, expanding TDSi’s market presence across new sectors, and supporting strategic initiatives that will shape the company’s next phase of growth.”
