The FMB is run by members for members. At a national level, the FMB is governed by an elected, all-member Board of Directors, with day-to-day management delegated to a Senior Management Team.
At the local level, there are currently 10 Area Boards, also made up of elected FMB members. Please note: At the National AGM in September 2021, members voted for the proposal to amalgamate the Midlands and Eastern regions to create a new Central region and this came into effect in November 2021.
Board of Directors
The FMB’s Board of Directors (the Board) provides the overall direction and leadership of the FMB's strategic plan and ensures its effectiveness as a membership organisation. It is made up of 13 member representatives, elected by the Area Boards in the eight English regions and three home nations. The Chair is the National President, who holds the post for two years.
Chris Carr
Chris Carr
Chris Carr works for Carr & Carr (Builders) Ltd; house developers and general construction contractors for over 90 years. Carr & Carr specialise in high-end new homes and have won awards for their developments in the North East Lincolnshire area.
Phillip Hall
Phillip Hall
Phillip Hall is the managing director of Hall Construction Ltd. Based in the Cotswolds, Hall Construction specialises in high-end period property renovation, including the refurbishment of Grade 1 & Grade 2 listed buildings. Established in 1983, the firm is committed to the use of traditional skills and methods of building, employing highly skilled tradesmen to ensure first-class results.
Janet Etchells
Janet Etchells
Janet Etchells is the owner of Syntonic Kitchen Technicians Limited which specialises in commercial catering installation, service and repairs, building, electrical, plumbing and heating.
Janet served as FMB National President and was elected to the position in September 2020. Her areas of expertise include finance and general administration plus PR with major client companies.
Janet has chosen The Lighthouse Club, the Construction Industry Charity, as our national charity partner for the duration of her tenure. Find out how The Lighthouse Club supports construction workers and how you can pledge your support today.
Alastair Raitt
Alastair Raitt
Alastair Raitt works for H M Raitt & Sons Ltd; which was founded in 1906 in Musselburgh. It is a family owned and run company, currently in it's fourth generation and undertakes commercial, domestic, new-build, restoration and renovation works of any size.
Annie Summun
Annie Summun
Annie Summun works for Sutton-based construction company Kisiel Ltd. Their business approach is characterised by a strong focus on fully understanding the needs of our clients and delivering on our promises, regardless of the scale or complexity of the project.
Anthony Luckett
Anthony Luckett
Robert Williams
Robert Williams
Graham Williams is Director of Dr. Williams (Felinwnda) Cyf/Ltd; a professional building company based in Caernarfon. Established in 1966, they have over 50 years' of experience in the building industry and undertake a wide array of projects, no matter how big or small they may be.
Joe Cole
Joe Cole
As the owner of the successful and locally revered building company, All Build Developments, Joseph brings a wealth of practical construction knowledge and experience to the table. His skills have been essential when it comes to ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget and to the high standard that clients have come to expect.
Joseph has a passion for Construction that started way back in his grandfather’s garage where he used to spend time practicing joinery with his beloved grandfather Jim. From humble beginnings making bird boxes and garden furniture, Joseph has progressed through his career, becoming instrumental in the completion of several care homes for a well-known national company, as well as other challenging commercial contracts.
Joseph has been an active member for the FMB serving on the South West Board for a number of years and has represented the Federation at several trade events where he has enjoyed interacting with members of the public giving advice on how to find the right builder for their projects. Joseph has a keen thirst for construction knowledge and frequently undertakes further training to learn about new Modern Methods of Construction. He has recently begun his journey to become qualified in the techniques required to build Passiv Haus and aspires to one day be able to build an off-grid carbon neutral home.
John Ford
John Ford
John has spent a lifetime in the building industry starting with a carpentry apprenticeship at 15 and into management in his early 20s. In 2014 John and his son Michael set up Build My Home Ltd based in Brighton. The multi award winning company takes on all types of domestic building work from new build homes to refurbishment.
Mark Gribbin
Mark Gribbin
Mark Gribbin is director of Setanta Construction Ltd; established in 1963 by Liam, Eamon and Joe Gribbin with the ambition of building highly insulated timber frame homes. Mark and Niall Gribbin picked up the mantle in 2000 with Setanta, which is is currently responsible for 20% of the Zero Carbon builds in Northern Ireland.
Michelle Radford
Michelle Radford
Michelle Radford is Business Secretary for Radford Construction Services Ltd; a family run, traditional firm providing all aspects of building work and project management. They are based in Chester le Street and specialise in dilapidations, dental and doctors surgery refits, conversions, extensions, maintenance and refurbishments of any size and type of property.
Aidan Cropper
Aidan Cropper
Aidan Cropper is Director of Ipsum (UK) Ltd based in Nottingham. Aidan started within the industry straight after leaving college, working as a cladding operative on various industrial and commercial sites Nationwide. Aged 20, Aidan began the journey of building his own home whilst still working as a cladding operative. Inspired by the experience and knowledge gained through building his own home he then started completing small building projects for domestic clients as a sole trader. In 2011 Aidan incorporated Ipsum UK Ltd. Ipsum now have a highly skilled and experienced workforce, winning multiple awards. They undertake New Build, Commercial, Extension and Renovation projects. Aidan has a passion for construction, modern methods and enjoys continuing to learn in this ever-changing industry.
Rob Clark
Rob Clark
Rob Clark is director of Broadfield Construction NW Ltd; a well established field-based building company with a broad knowledge and expertise in the construction industry. The company is based in Blackpool, Lancashire.
Area Boards
Each Area Board is made up of 14 Master Builders, elected by members in the corresponding nation or region. Area Boards meet regularly to discuss their experiences and observations of the building sector at a local level, and to make recommendations on how the FMB can best support members. Find out more about the FMB's Area Board representatives below.
Central
- Tony Hateley, TH Developments UK Ltd - Area Board President
- Kathryn Poppitt, Graline Construction Ltd - Area Board Vice President
- Anthony Luckett, Peter Luckett & Sons Builders - National Board Representative
- Lewis Curtis, Cubit Contracts Ltd
- Martin Temple, James Wilkes Ltd
- Matt Bridge, Colonial Construction
- Nathan Wilkins, Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
- Neil Groom, NJG Building Solutions Ltd
- Stephen Rankin, Vantage & Co Group Limited
- Windsor Powell, W J Powell Builders & Decorators
- Jason Ray, Lilystone Homes Limited
- Steve Sillwood, Revamped Ltd
- Ben Grasham, BH Grasham Limited
- George Seabright, Seako Construction Group Ltd
- Spencer Gilbert, Mab Commercial Contracts Limited
London
- David Gutierrez, Amic Ltd - Area Board President
- Nik Nelberg, Earl and Calam Design and Build Ltd - Area Board Vice President
- Annie Summun, Kisiel Group Ltd – National Board Representative
- Jan Etchells, Syntonic Kitchen Technicians Limited – Immediate Past National President
- Danny Jarman, Bestway Builders Ltd
- Kulveer Singh-Sanghera, City Lofts Londonwide Limited
- Philip Roach, Roach Brothers Ltd
- Sean McAlister, Pencil and Brick Ltd
- Valter Da Silva, Happy Building London Ltd
- Roland Woodward, Roland Woodward Ltd
- Dennis Weeks, North London Loft Rooms Ltd
- Edward McBeath, Woods London Ltd
- Binyomin Chalk, GIR Services Ltd
- Kevin McKenna, Highgate Building Company Ltd
Co-opted members
- Gavin Hoccom, Browne Jacobsen
- Geoff Osborne, Shooters Hill Sixth Form College
Northern Counties
- Michael Kendal, A Kendal Builders NE Limited – Area Board President
- Michelle Radford, Radford Construction Services Ltd – National Board Representative
- Graeme Hobson, Hobson Roofing & Property Maintenance Ltd
- Ian Watson, I S Building & Roofing
- John Asplin, Lakes Build Ltd
- John Crawford QGM, A & J Crawford Construction
- Malcolm Iredale, Carrock Design Build Ltd
- Mark Lucas, A S Crocker (Plasterers) Ltd
- Neil Carter, J Carter Construction Ltd
- Simon Smith Sheraton Design & Build Ltd
- Tom A Hobson, Hobson Smith Construction Ltd
- Lee Gannon, Gannon Developments Ltd
- Brian Dickinson, Brookvale Group Ltd
Co-opted board member
- John Cartwright, Hartlepool College
Northern Ireland
- Steven Nickell, Nickell & Richmond – Area Board President
- Willie Moffitt, Moffitt & Robinson Construction Ltd – National Board Representative
- Mark Gribbin, Setanta Construction Ltd
- Artie Osbourne, A Osborne
- Ian Lowry, Lowry Building & Civil Engineering Ltd
- Lee Ashe, Ashe & Sons
- Paul Collins, Marlfield Joinery and Construction Ltd
- Robert McKelvey, R J McKelvey
- Sam Stewart, SS Builders
- Katherine Ferguson, Tyrrell Contracts Limited
- Declan Tennyson, Declan Tennyson
- Christopher Adair, Adair Building Solutions Ltd
- Dermot McCloskey, Mastercraft Group Ltd
North West
- Ian Henderson, Hende Building Services Limited - Area Board President
- Aivars Jerjomins, Chester Building and Renovations Ltd - Area Board Vice President
- Rob Clark, Broadfield Construction NW Ltd – National Board Representative
- Adam Bennett, Keytech Developments Ltd
- Anthony O'Kell, UK Pro-Build Ltd
- Craig Holmes, Lathom Joinery and Construction Ltd
- Jim McKechnie, J B M Contractors
- Len Evans, D L Evans & Sons Ltd
- Martin Boardman, MWB Residence Limited
- Paul Ennis, Paul Ennis Construction Limited
- James Randle, Barrowdale Construction Limited
Co-opted board member
- Rosalind Tsang, Blackpool College
Scotland
- Pam Wilson, Kevin Wilson Joiners and Building Contractors – Area Board President
- Stephen O'Neill, SJ O'Neill Construction – Area Board Vice President
- Alastair Raitt, HM Raitt & Sons Ltd – National Board Representative
- Angus Reid-Evans, Spey Building & Joinery Ltd
- Colin Mcinnes, Mcinnes Construction Services Ltd
- Jim Gilmour, ODC Ltd
- Joshua Park, Q Build Ltd
- Lee Cairns, Thistle Trade Group Ltd
- Mark MacDonald, O'Mac Construction Limited
- Peter Tait, DITT Construction Ltd
- Robert Wilson, Wilson Decorators Ltd
- Ryan Fair, George Fair Joiners & Contractors Ltd
- Samantha Maccuish, Lilium Homes Ltd
- Stuart Livingstone, Stuart Livingstone Joinery Ltd
Southern Counties
- Geoff Anderson, Anderson Contractors Ltd - Area Board President
- Terry Vinn, Totus Construction Ltd - Area Board Vice President
- John Ford, Build My Home Ltd - National Board Representative
- Phillip Hall, Hall Construction - National Vice President
- Peter Atkins, AS Homes and Construction UK Limited
- Gareth Daniel, G Daniel Building & Maintenance Ltd
- Jim Barton, Emsworth Builders
- Maddy Hitchcox, Apli Construction
- Philip Taylor, Carma UK Construction LImited
- Spencer Ellis, Kent Building & Construction
- Tom White Jones, TW Jones Property Ltd
- Nikki Lambert, Lambert Design and Build Ltd
- David Short, R Short & Sons Ltd
- Simon Banham, Aztech
Co-opted members
- Neville Short, R Short & Sons
- Stephen Barnshaw, Stroma Building Control
South West
- Alli Gay, CHI Homes Ltd — Area Board President
- Andrew Conduit, AB Conduit Building Ltd — Area Board Vice President
- Joseph Cole, All Build Developments Ltd — National Board Representative
- Dale Chadwick, Dale Chadwick Carpentry & Construction Ltd
- Jamie Priest, Stonewood Builders Ltd
- Matthew Burton, M J Building (South West) Ltd
- Paul Collings, P C Builders Ltd
- Stewart Summers, SW Summers Builders
- Tomasz Bialoskorski, Cotswolds Home Makeovers Limited
- Trevor Thorn, Thorn Homes Ltd
- William Clarke, MSB Property Services Ltd
- Shaun Pennell, Marun Construction Ltd
- Paul Baker, Stanley C Baker and Sons Limited
- Victoria Edwards, Edleigh Construction Ltd
Co-opted members
- Suzanne Millward, Builders Merchants Federation
- Ken Farnham, Farnham Bros - Farnham Bros (Youldon & Barrett) Ltd
Wales
- Gareth Jones, UK Leisure Living Ltd – Area Board President
- Marc Reardon, Pearwood Projects Ltd – Area Board Vice President
- Robert Williams, Dr. Williams (Felinwnda) Limited – National Board Representative
- Caryl Thomas, Sparkles Property Solutions Ltd
- Ken Pearson, Bluestone Builders Ltd
- Russell Everett, Excel Home Design Ltd
- Nigel Burbage, N B Interiors & Construction
- Paul Tedder, Atlantic Dwellings Ltd
- Robert Camilleri, Camilleri Construction Limited
- Gavin Morris, Zeal Developments Ltd
- Ceri Lee, Cross Group Building Works Ltd
- Johan Taffetsauffer, Elijah Homes Limited
- Kristian Perch, Dragon Homes Ltd
- Rhys Davis, RBD Building
Yorkshire and Trent
- Robin Atherton, Mack Construction – Area Board President
- Paula Thompson, York Builder.com Ltd – Area Board Vice President
- Chris Carr, Carr & Carr (Builders) Ltd – National President
- Aiden Cropper, IPSUM (UK) Ltd
- Lee Clayton, Wizard Builders
- Mick Quickfall, M J Quickfall Builders Ltd
- Philip Lyne, NRC Services Ltd
- Vernon Carter, CG Building and Restoration Ltd
- Brett Rhodes, Rhodes Joinery & Building Services Ltd
- Adrian Swan, Swan Homes Nottingham Limited
- Malcolm North, MRN Contractors
- David Hirst, Brownhirst Joinery Limited
- Gary Osguthorpe, L & G L Osguthorpe Builders
Co-opted members
- Nikki Davis – Leeds College of Building
- Carla Prickett – CITB
Guest member
- Dave Bentley, PD&S Bentley Property
Senior Management Team
The Senior Management Team is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the FMB and ensuring the FMB achieves its strategic objectives as agreed by the Board of Directors.
Brian Berry
Brian Berry
Brian Berry is the Chief Executive of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), the largest trade association for SME building companies in the building industry. He is also a member of the Construction Leadership Council (CLC). Prior to his current position Brian was Director of External Affairs at the FMB. Before the FMB, Brian worked at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), where he was Head of UK Public Policy, and as a teacher at The Charterhouse Square School in central London. Brian is a Freeman of the City of London and a Director of the Tiverton Almshouse Trust. He regularly provides commentary on construction issues for the media.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @BrianBerryFMB
Caroline Hughes
Caroline Hughes
Caroline Hughes is Operations at the FMB and a member of the Senior Management Team. She is responsible for managing FMB’s operations, IT, FMB’s properties and FMB Connections commercial relationships. Caroline is a member of the ILM (Institute of Leadership Management) with expertise in operations management and project support in the property, construction, automotive and retail sectors.
- Email:
- [email protected]
Emma Whyatt
Emma Whyatt
Emma Whyatt is Director of FMB Insurance and their Coversure Ely brokerage, as well as a member of the FMB’s Senior Management Team. She has a degree in Business Management, qualifications from the Chartered Insurance Institute and is currently working towards her Advanced Insurance Diploma (ACII). With 11 years’ experience in the construction insurance sector, she heads up the overall running and strategic direction of the FMB’s insurance team, providing relevant insurance solutions and protection to members of the FMB and their customers.
- Email:
- [email protected]
Graeme Copestake
Graeme Copestake
Graeme Copestake is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and a Chartered Tax Advisor.
Graeme’s role is to ensure the integration of the financial performance of the FMB's strategic plan by working closely with the Chief Executive, the Senior Management Team and the Board.
Graeme and his team have also worked with similar sized membership and professional association organisations.
- Email:
- [email protected]
Hayley Lorimer
Hayley Lorimer
Hayley Lorimer is Director of Membership Services at the Federation of Master Builders, and a member of the FMB’s Senior Management Team. Hayley was Director of Training at the FMB from 2011–2015, and prior to that Director of the FMB’s Southern Region. Hayley has responsibility for the development of a range of modern and relevant services and business support to help the FMB members run profitable and safe businesses.
- Email:
- [email protected]
Ifan Glyn
Ifan Glyn
Ifan Glyn is both the FMB Senior Director for the UK Hubs and the Director of the FMB in Wales. As Senior Director, Ifan balances his responsibilities in Wales with line management duties over the Directors of the other devolved nations and English regions. He is also a member of the FMB Senior Management Team. Ifan holds an MA in History from the University of St Andrews and an MSc in Welsh Government and Politics from Cardiff University. Ifan has held three roles during his time at the FMB. He initially joined as a Public Affairs Executive before becoming the Director of the FMB in Wales and then the FMB UK Senior Director.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Twitter:
- @FMBCymru_Ifan
