New Member Added to SPRA Leadership Team

The SPRA COUNCIL has welcomed John McMullan from Firestone Building Products Ltd  onto the leadership team.

Firestone Building Products Ltd joined the Single Ply Roofing Association in September 2016 as part of an initiative to include EPDM manufacturers and ensure that SPRA was fully representative and driving quality across the whole of the single ply roofing sector.

John said “I am very pleased to have been voted onto the SPRA Council by fellow membrane manufacturer members. I am looking forward to supporting SPRA activities and driving its initiatives to create a more productive and commercially successful construction sector. I am particularly interested in how we attract new talent into the single ply sector, raise awareness of SPRA with stakeholders, and ensure that we lead the roofing industry as an influential and effective voice.”

Experience
John has 27 years’ experience in the construction industry, initially working as a chartered architect and most recently as the General Manager of Firestone Building Products Ltd. As well as having an understanding of the key factors behind design and specification of building elements in the context of the complete building, John has gained a full understanding of how roofing components are developed, marketed, technically supported and sold into the various supply chains through his various roles working for a building product manufacturer.

Martyn Holloway, SPRA Chair said: “I am very pleased to welcome John onto SPRA Council. His depth of knowledge and determination to improve the sector and attract new talent will be invaluable”.

Cathie Clarke, CEO added: “I am delighted that John is joining the leadership team. He will play an important role helping to drive our business plan and representing the EPDM sector on the SPRA Council.

“John joins Ian Muddiman (Sika), Mike Crook (SIG D&T) and Steve Downey (Danosa) as the four Membrane Representatives on the 12-strong SPRA Council. Their collective experience, enthusiasm & knowledge is a great asset to SPRA and has been a key element in the growth in influence of this dedicated and focused specialist trade association”.

For more information visit the SPRA website.