Andrew Madge, managing director of high-end timber window and door manufacturer, Gowercroft Joinery, has been appointed vice president and honorary treasurer of the British Woodworking Federation (BWF). Marketed as the foremost trade association for the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry in the UK, the BWF aims to provide a positive voice for the sector, influence government policy and regulations and champion standards.
Andrew’s appointment comes three years after he joined the board as an executive member, where he has reportedly been instrumental in raising the profile of the woodworking sector. In his new role as vice president, he will be working with the BWF executive board and president on the three areas identified in the president’s campaign: supporting growth and future success, attracting the next generation of talent, and developing the talent within the profession, with the underlying thread of ensuring that the BWF continues to deliver value for its members as they meet the challenges of a post-Brexit economy.
“I believe that the BWF has an increasingly important part to play in these uncertain economic times of skills and materials shortages, and I very much look forward to helping shape the strategic direction of the woodworking industry, whilst building on the excellent work of those who have gone before me on the Board and its Executive team,” said Andrew. Helen Hewitt, chief executive officer for the BWF, said: “Andrew is always full of energy and passion for promoting the work of the trade association and has been a key driver in the direction of the association in the last couple of years.
“We are delighted to have Andrew as our vice president, as this appointment adds further strength to the BWF executive board. We look forward to his active contribution in the future.”
