Walker & Dunlop Appoints Lee Timbrell as New CCO to Enhance Global Strategy
- Dunlop Aircraft Tyres appoints Lee Timbrell as Chief Commercial Officer to enhance global commercial strategy and customer engagement.
- Timbrell brings extensive aerospace experience and leadership skills to drive Dunlop's sales and business development efforts.
- CEO Susan McKenna expresses confidence in Timbrell's ability to foster growth and elevate Dunlop's brand equity in aviation.
Dunlop Aircraft Tyres Welcomes New CCO to Drive Global Strategy
Dunlop Aircraft Tyres, a leading independent manufacturer of high-performance aircraft tyres, announces the appointment of Lee Timbrell as Chief Commercial Officer. This strategic move, revealed on January 8, 2026, in Birmingham, England, marks a significant step for the company as it seeks to enhance its global commercial strategy and strengthen customer engagement. Timbrell, who has a robust background in the aerospace industry, is set to take the helm of Dunlop's sales and business development efforts during a crucial growth period.
Timbrell joins Dunlop with a wealth of experience, having previously served as Senior Director of Aftermarket Services at Safran Actuation Systems. In that role, he was responsible for overseeing aftermarket sales and profitability across nine global maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sites, managing a team of approximately 300 professionals. His extensive background includes leadership positions at Collins Aerospace, Cathay Pacific Airways, and Turner Aviation. With an MBA in Management and a Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautical Engineering, Timbrell is well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the aerospace sector, particularly in the context of Dunlop’s commitment to high-quality tyre manufacturing for commercial, military, and freighter aircraft markets.
Dunlop’s CEO, Susan McKenna, expresses strong confidence in Timbrell’s capabilities to foster growth and enhance partnerships, especially following the company's impressive financial performance in 2025. The recent completion of a US$93 million senior secured bond offering has bolstered Dunlop's balance sheet, positioning the company to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the aviation industry. Timbrell shares this optimism, expressing his eagerness to elevate Dunlop’s established brand equity and deliver long-term value to its global customers and stakeholders. This strategic appointment comes at a time when the aerospace sector is experiencing rapid changes, and Dunlop is poised to adapt and thrive under Timbrell’s leadership.
In addition to his commercial focus, Timbrell’s vision aligns with Dunlop’s mission to maintain its reputation as a unique player in the aerospace sector. Founded over a century ago, Dunlop Aircraft Tyres continues to prioritize innovation and quality, catering to a diverse clientele in both military and commercial aviation. The company’s dedication to high-performance products positions it well within a competitive landscape, and Timbrell’s expertise is expected to further enhance its market presence.
As Dunlop Aircraft Tyres embarks on this new chapter, stakeholders within the aviation industry will closely monitor how Timbrell’s leadership shapes the company’s trajectory and commercial strategies in the coming years.