A NEW boss has taken over at the helm of a business support organisation.

John Ball, who has been a business adviser at the Blackburn Enterprise Trust since 1991, has taken over from Ken Whittaker to become the executive director.

John has more than 30 years' experience as third generation owner of a family business in the wholesale and retail sector. During his eight years with the Trust John has become a fellow of the Institute of Business Advisers and Member of the Institute of Direct Marketing.

He has a keen interest in the world of information and communications technology.

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