Tata Steel subsidiary UK Steel Enterprise (UKSE) has appointed a new area manager to support its operations in Wales.
Glyn Thomas (pictured) moves from his previous position as investment executive, a role he has held for the last eight years, making strategic investments in Welsh businesses.
He began his career as a banker with NatWest and then moved to business support organisation Business In Focus in Bridgend before joining UKSE.
In the last year, UKSE provided £2.5m in loans and equity to businesses in the UK, creating 270 jobs.
It operates two business centres in South Wales, Cardiff Bay Business Centre and Ebbw Vale Innovation Centre, which are home to 97 companies.
Glyn Thomas said: "I am pleased to be taking up this role, and I look forward to working with businesses and business organisations to support the Welsh economy in these rapidly changing times.
"Through our investments, working with other funders, we support companies we believe have the ability to create quality, sustainable jobs for the future. We also provide prestigious, flexible accommodation for companies with growth potential on easy-in, easy-out terms."