Rehasense makes two key appointments as it looks to expand its brand in Ireland
Independent living solutions supplier Rehasense Ireland has officially opened for business. The company will be led by Barry Cooke and Alan Monahan who have over 50 years’ combined industry experience.
With over 30 years’ experience in the mobility and independent living sectors, Barry Cooke has joined Rehasense Ireland as Business Development Manager and Team Leader.
Over the years, Barry has worked for several leading equipment suppliers prior to working for himself in 2015. Barry truly understands the daily challenges faced by many of the people he works with as nearly 40 years ago he was involved in a cycling accident that resulted in a spinal injury.
Barry commented: “I am really looking forward to raising awareness of the Rehasense brand and helping more people live independently here in Ireland
“I have always admired the Rehasense product range in terms of build quality and choice and as a wheelchair user myself I know what people want and Rehasense strives to meet these needs with every new product – the launch of the PAWS range was a real game changer for wheelchair users around the world!”
Barry is well known for his wheelchair basketball skills and even played for his country at international level. When not on the basketball court, Barry enjoys spending time with his wife and two teenage sons, which he describes as both entertaining and amusing.
Alan Monahan has over 21 years’ industry experience, 15 of which was with the HSE. During that time, Alan was responsible for developing all aspects of maintenance, repair, cleaning, logistics of appliances and medical devices for the community, within two counties of Ireland – Longford and Westmeath.
In his new role as Business Development Manager, Alan will be responsible for promoting the Rehasense brand and product portfolio and conducting demonstrations and assessments with all target markets across Ireland.
Alan commented: “I am delighted to be joining such a forward-thinking global organisation as Rehasense. I believe the product range is exceptional from rollators and wheelchairs to the powered add-ons and the chance to promote these is one I could not refuse.”
Outside of work, Alan who is married to Bianca and has three daughters enjoys watching most sports, particularly rugby and is a keen Leinster fan. You can also find Alan on a long dog walk or heading out to sea on his surfboard.
Jordan Day, UK Sales Manager, Rehasense UK, added: “On behalf of everyone at Rehasense, l would like to take this opportunity to welcome Barry and Alan to the organisation.
“This is a significant step in the continued growth of the Rehasense global brand and in Barry and Alan, we have two people who both have a wealth of product knowledge and excellent reputations within the industry.”
Retailers interested in contacting Barry can email barry.cooke@rehasense.com or call +353 (0) 85 105 4795. For Alan, please email alan.monahan@rehasense.com or call +353 (0) 85 105 4807.
In recent news, Rehasense UK has announced the latest addition to its ever-growing rollator portfolio, which will be making its debut on stand N-J26 at Naidex in March.
