MOVERS & SHAKERS
New Presidential Team Appointed
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DAVID STACEY HAS BEEN appointed as the new president of the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers ( GAI ), with a new team of executive officers and a clear focus to “ get straight to work ”.
David Stacey is product sales director for UK and Ireland at dormakaba . Originally trained as a civil engineer , he has built his expertise in the sales and marketing of construction products for more than 20 years , working in the UK , Middle East , Australia and Hong Kong .
Following his election as president of the Guild at its AGM earlier this month , David praised his predecessor ’ s “ boundless energy , enthusiasm and leadership ”. Maria Powell , managing director of Lorient Ltd , also received the past president ’ s medal . David said : “ It ’ s a huge honour to be chosen to lead such a prestigious organisation in the architectural ironmongery industry . The Guild has been at the forefront of my career and the success of many door hardware businesses for many years .”
“ The president is also part of the ‘ One Future Vision ’ group , led by past president Maria Powell which is working towards a more unified , professional body to create the strongest possible future for both the Guild , which represents the interest of architectural ironmongery businesses , and its sister organisation , the Institute of Architectural Ironmongers ( IAI ), which represents the individuals in the industry and promotes ongoing professional development to door hardware specialists .
In addition to confirming David Stacey as the new president , the AGM ratified the appointment of Julian Newman of Oxford Ironmongery Ltd as the new vice president , and Mario Del-Signore of CESuk as treasurer .
The GAI is the only trade body in the UK that represents the interests of the whole architectural ironmongery industry - architectural ironmongers , wholesalers and manufacturers . Its reputation is built on three key areas : education , technical support and community .
The GAI ’ s qualifications , education and CPD programmes are widely respected in the UK and overseas , including the GCC and Hong Kong . Its technical information service is the only specialist service of its kind , providing GAI members with comprehensive advice on issues relating to the legislation , regulations and standards governing the use of architectural ironmongery and related hardware .
www . gai . org . uk
ORGANISATIONAL RESTRUCTURE FORM PART OF LONG TERM GROWTH PLANS
Emplas has announced restructure of its senior management team as part of threeyear strategic growth plan through to 2020 .
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WITH SIGNIFICANT AND continuing growth in Q1 and Q2 this year and following on from increased sales last year , the organisational review sees Emplas bring new and experienced personnel , to its senior leadership team .
This sees Ryan Johnson , continue to head the business as Managing Director . Kush Patel , formerly Emplas ’ Operations Director , steps up to a new position as Deputy Managing Director , while Philip Brown continues in his tenure as Financial Director .
Ray Sinclair , assumes a new role of Operations Director , while John Leary , is Emplas ’ recently appointed Sales and
Marketing Director . Roberto Canassa , is also promoted to board level as IT Director .
Kevin Johnson will continue to offer strategic leadership to the business as Emplas ’ Chairman , while its board will also be supported by a newly created management team .
Ryan Johnson , Managing Director , Emplas said : “ We have seen some great growth but recognise that we need the right people- not just the right infrastructure – in place to ensure that it continues to be delivered sustainably .
www . emplas . co . uk
Ryan Johnson
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