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Intatec CEO Stuart Gizzi has been making the case for some time that hybrids should qualify for heat pump grants. With the Boiler Upgrade Scheme changing again this year, is the Government warming to his point of view? The Government has spent much of this year widening the Boiler Upgrade …

The Structural Timber Association (STA) has appointed Iain McIlwee as its new chief executive officer. McIlwee will take up the role on 2nd November 2026, succeeding Andrew Orriss, who is stepping down but will remain with the association and work alongside the Board to ensure a smooth and effective transition. …

Tom Reynolds, former Chief Executive of the British Brands Group, and, before that, of the British Bathroom Association, will be the new Chief Executive Officer of the Builders Merchants Federation. Reynolds will take up his post on November 9; his appointment is part of the leadership transition at the BMF, …

TrustMark, the government endorsed quality scheme for home improvements, has began its search for a new chief executive officer. The incumbent CEO, Simon Ayers MBE, has decided to retire from the business, after 11 years. The company is beginning its search now to provide ample time for a thorough recruitment …

John Newcomb, currently CEO of builders merchants trade association the Builders Merchants Federation is to step up to the new role of Executive Chairman from October 1, as the organisation recruits a new CEO. The new Executive Chair role replaces the existing non-executive position, and will combine governance responsibilities with …

Builders merchant group IBMG, one the largest in the South of England, has appointed Matthew Parker as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Parker was most recently managing director of Wolseley Group’s Infrastructure division; prior to this he was managing director of Travis Perkins’ TF Solutions division, and previously held numerous …

Heating multi-tech manufacturer Worcester Bosch has today (December 18) announced that its CEO, Carl Arntzen, will be retiring in early 2026. He will be succeeded by current sales & marketing director, Jo Shepherd, who has been with the business on its legal board since 2022. Arntzen, who has held the …

Pavestone UK, the manufacturer of landscaping materials, and structural building products for the housebuilding sector, has appointed Alex McLeod as the group’s new chief executive officer. He will report to the shareholders through outgoing CEO, Jon Layton, who continues as executive board lead director, helping to shape long-term strategy. As …

Industry charity The Rainy Day Trust has appointed Anna Skeats as its new chief executive officer, following the retirement of Bryan Clover, who held the position for a decade. Skeats joins with over 20 years of leadership experience across the NHS, public health, corporate, and charity sectors, with a proven …

Lawsons has appointed Allun Pittingale as chief executive officer. Pittingale’s industry experience  includes five years with the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG) most recently as COO, four years at Travis Perkins plc as regional managing director, and five years at Benchmarx Kitchens & Joinery, culminating as operations director. Pittingale says …