Shebang appoints new finance director

Former Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan financier Tim Couling takes over from Allan Staples as finance director for distributor

Shebang Distribution has appointed Tim Couling as financial director. He replaces Allan Staples, who takes a new role looking after associated Shebang “non-distribution” companies.

Couling was previously financial director of vehicle tracking and technology group Trakm8 Holdings, where he led its AIM floatation, two subsequent acquisitions and a secondary fundraising. He has also worked in project and operational finance roles, with Lloyd’s of London, Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan Chase.

He retains his role as financial director of MVNO start-up C Mobile, a partner company of Shebang.