Kevin Hodgson appointed Office Manager at Jorvik Tricycles

The appointment comes after a landmark year for the business, which reports a 94 per cent year-on-year increase in revenue and the opening of its second bricks-and-mortar store in Southampton.

Kevin brings more than 15 years’ experience in finance, project management and leadership roles.

He joins Jorvik Tricycles from global food retailer McDonald’s, where he was part of the Assistant Business Manager team across Yorkshire.

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Jorvik Tricycles says in his new role, Kevin will play a pivotal part in supporting the company’s growth, including developing relationships with stockists and retailers to expand Jorvik’s B2B and in-store presence, strengthening internal workflows, and improving integrated systems to streamline processes and support a high-performing team.

Kevin said: “I’m delighted to have joined Jorvik Tricycles at such an exciting time for the business and the wider industry.

“I’m looking forward to working closely with the senior team to support sustainable, long-term growth and to strengthen operations across sales, technical and dispatch functions.”

Kevin’s appointment brings the total number of full-time employees at Jorvik Tricycles to eight, operating across its York and Southampton sites.

James Walker, Founder and MD of Jorvik Tricycles says of Kevin’s appointment: “We’re really happy to welcome Kevin as we bolster our leadership team.

“Kevin will act as the central point for sales, customer services, technical and dispatch teams to ensure smooth running of day to day activities, his role will be vital in supporting sustained growth and expansion across the UK.”

Founded in 2014 by James Walker, Jorvik Tricycles has grown from humble beginnings — with its first tricycles built in James’ living room in York — to a multi-million-pound retailer that has supported more than 30,000 customers worldwide.

More than a decade on, the company says its mission remains unchanged: to support people of all abilities to enjoy the freedom and joy of cycling.

Customer service, it says, continues to sit at the heart of the business, with more than 60 per cent of sales delivered through one-to-one consultations.

This customer focused approach underpins the retailer’s plans for 2026 and beyond, Jorvik Tricycles added.

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