At its AGM on 7 November, FIS announced its newly elected Board Directors, along with its new President.

Ian Strangward, Managing Director of contractor member Architectural Wallsz, has been on the FIS Board of Directors for three years and will now start his two-year Presidency, following his appointment by his fellow directors.

Ian has more than 30 years’ experience in the construction industry and at his first address to members, Ian said:

“With the committed team and strong community we have built, I look forward to continuing to work with my fellow Board members in ensuring FIS continues to be member led and is making a difference for individual members and the sector as a whole.”

Ian also thanked outgoing President, Philip Brown for his phenomenal leadership and dedication to the industry. Philip will remain on the Board as Immediate Past President.

Also joining the Board from 7 November as executive directors are, Andrew Measom of Measom Dryline and Helen Tapper of Tapper Interiors, both contractor members of FIS, and Alan Brown of Fire DNA, Lucia Di Stazio of Nevill Long, Richard Mason of British Gypsum and Nigel Watkins of Rockfon, all supplier members of FIS.

Iain McIlwee, FIS Chief Executive welcomed new Board members and said:

“We’re delighted to announce these appointments to continue the strong leadership at FIS and take FIS on to its next chapter of growth and success.”

Full details on the FIS Board is available at https://www.thefis.org/about-us/board/