MARK Witter has joined Ipswich-based Anglia Research as chief operations executive.The probate genealogical services firm, which traces missing and unknown beneficiaries and lost documentation and assets, has a team of 20 working from two sites in the town.

MARK Witter has joined Ipswich-based Anglia Research as chief operations executive.

The probate genealogical services firm, which traces missing and unknown beneficiaries and lost documentation and assets, has a team of 20 working from two sites in the town.

Mr Witter, 51, has more than 20 years' experience generating and managing international business growth at firms including Nesstar Ltd, Zeus Technology, BWI Ltd and Mark Allan International.

He said he was “delighted” to be joining the company.

Anglia Research managing director Peter Turvey said: “Mark is already proving to be a real asset and is working hard to secure a bright future for the company.

“With his considerable experience, skill and integrity, he is a very welcome addition to our team.”