Plane Talking Products appoints Richard Wake as Managing Director

Richard Wake, Managing Director, Plane Talking Products
Plane Talking Products has announced the appointment of Richard Wake as Managing Director.
Wake joins Plane Talking with more than two decades of experience leading the design, development and delivery of market-leading products and services for the passenger comfort and aviation catering market.
He began his career working in design, product development and marketing roles. He has worked within the aviation, industrial textile and automotive industries in the U.K. and Asia Pacific markets. Most recently, Wake held executive marketing and innovation positions within the aviation catering and packaged food sector.
“I’m so pleased to welcome Richard to the PTP team. He brings with him the perfect combination of a love of all things product related coupled with extensive experience in the inflight sector. We continue to strengthen and expand our team - exciting times are ahead!,” said Alison Wells, CEO, Plane Talking Products.
He brings with him a passion for innovation and sustainability. In the January 14 press release, Plane Talking Products said Wake’s desire to challenge the status quo will enable the supplier to continue providing its customers with compelling solutions to enhance their passenger experience propositions.
“I am thrilled to join the innovative team at Plane Talking Products at this exciting time in the company’s growth. I'm looking forward to adding my experience to help the already superb team deliver fantastic new products and services to our customers!” said Wake.