MARK BARDSLEY

Mark Bardsley, 41, was appointed president of Provident Polska. Previously, he was president of Provident Financial in the Czech Republic. He has worked for Provident for almost 18 years and has held various senior positions in the company's head office in Britain. Bardsley holds a master's degree in business administration from the University of Bradford. He enjoys playing golf, skiing and running in marathons and triathlons as well as watching football matches.