Paragon Entertainment reveals John Dobson as new COO

Attractions design, production and fit-out company Paragon Entertainment announced the appointment of John Dobson to the post of chief operating officer on Monday, with the expectation he will join the board of directors in due course.

The AIM-traded firm said Dobson has held a number of finance roles, with the last 15 years spent as a managing director focused on upscaling international manufacturing organisations in the UK, central Europe and Asia.

He has also been a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Certified Accountants since 2002, it confirmed.

"We are delighted to welcome John to our team,” said Paragon Entertainment CEO Mark Pyrah.

“Paragon is poised for growth and John brings extensive international management experience coupled with a keen understanding of finance, both of which will help [the company] realise its full potential."