New Corporate Sponsors

BiKBBI ATTRACTS DIVERSITY OF COMPANIES AS CORPORATE SPONSORS

Three very different businesses have committed to the BiKBBI ethos by agreeing to become Corporate Sponsors.

First up in early June was instantly recognisable brand Graham Plumbers Merchants, this partnership was quickly followed by industry stalwarts Mereway and its brand Trend Interiors a few weeks later in mid- July it was announced that industry specialist recruitment and career building business Foyne Jones had also pledged to Corporate Sponsorship.

The diversity of businesses highlights just how the institute has developed to a point where it is being globally accepted, if not acclaimed, throughout the kbb industry.

BiKBBI, CEO, Damian Walters enthused, “The growth in membership combined with recognition of businesses in the wider industry becoming Corporate Sponsors, underpins the exciting initiatives we have introduced in recent times and helps give us the financial strength for upcoming projects.” He followed, “I just love the varied range of businesses that we are now attracting and they will all play their part in enabling us to tackle the immense challenges that lie ahead for the industry in the months and years ahead.”

Following, is a resume of how the news of each sponsorship was announced:

“The growth in membership combined with recognition of businesses in the wider industry becoming Corporate Sponsors, underpins the exciting initiatives we have introduced in recent times and helps give us the financial strength for upcoming projects.I just love the varied range of businesses that we are now attracting and they will all play their part in enabling us to tackle the immense challenges that lie ahead for the industry in the months and years ahead.”

Graham Plumbers Merchants

Graham is part of the Saint-Gobain Group and supplies the trade and public with innovative plumbing, heating, bathroom and smart technology solutions. With 139 branches nationwide, Graham is accessible to everyone from repeat trade account holders, to one off consumers.

Graham works with top brands allowing consumers to get their hands on exclusive ranges and products. The sponsorship of BiKBBI will allow Graham to connect with many designers, manufacturers and distributors within the KBB industry, who share the same objectives as the BiKBBI.

Graham is constantly exploring innovative ways to further enhance its customers’ experience and it now offers a streamlined e-account management system, which enables customers to view their account details, transaction history and current balances online for easy access via the transactional website (grahamdirect.co.uk).

Derek Charge, Bathroom & Showroom Marketing Manager (pictured), commented: “For many years, the Graham Elite Bathroom Installer Scheme has looked to promote the best elements of the plumbing industry, prioritising quality installations and product solutions. Now, with the BiKBBI’s support and backing, we will be able to ensure even greater levels of service to our customers.”

Damian Walters, BiKBBI CEO, said: “Graham is a business that connects with thousands of reputable tradespeople and is part of the impressive Saint-Gobain Group. We welcome its support and very much look forward to working with the company.”

“Graham is a business that connects with thousands of reputable tradespeople and is part of the impressive Saint-Gobain Group. We welcome its support and very much look forward to working with the company.”

Mereway

Founded in 1986, Mereway Group began manufacturing and suppling the local market in the Midlands with rigid kitchen cabinets. Since then the company has grown, including the successful introduction of Bedrooms into Trend Interiors is an accessible, affordable and stylish range of furniture, and most recently has developed a homeoffice collection as part of the Bedroom portfolio. www.trendinteriors.co.uk

Mark Mills, Managing Director at Mereway Group (pictured) said: “As a respected British brand we’re committed to quality and professionalism and this is reflected across our product ranges and we strive to offer exceptional service throughout our customers journey. We believe the installer has been one of the unsung heroes of the pandemic and it is our privilege to work with and support an organisation which supports them. Trend Bedrooms is extremely installer-friendly and we will be working closely with BiKBBI and its members over the coming months to support the vital and exciting initiatives in the pipeline.”

BiKBBI CEO, Damian Walters added: “What a great addition to the BiKBBI family in 2021! It is so encouraging to see the team at Trend Interiors supporting installation standards via their Corporate Sponsorship of the BiKBBI. Mereway Group is highly recognisable and we look forward to working closely with the team over the course of their sponsorship.”

“As a respected British brand we’re committed to quality and professionalism and this is reflected across our product ranges and we strive to offer exceptional service throughout our customers journey. We believe the installer has been one of the unsung heroes of the pandemic and it is our privilege to work with and support an organisation which supports them."

Foyne Jones Recruitment Group

Established in 2003, Foyne Jones has built a formidable reputation and its unique, dynamic style of recruitment, continues to positively shape the future of the KBB industry.

Working collaboratively with some of the most leading brands, businesses and design professionals in the home interiors market, Foyne Jones´ remit also includes national builders merchants, independent showrooms and large scale manufacturers through to executive search and talent acquisition. The collaboration with the BiKBBI will extend beyond the financial sponsorship, to include the support of members and their specific recruitment needs.

Peter Jones (pictured) commented on the membership by saying, “The BiKBBI´s ‘Together Stronger’ mentality is something my business has synergy with, it has always been a quality I support in business. This is why I am excited to support BiKBBI, so that together, we can optimise apprenticeship schemes for the next generation and continue to provide job support for the wider KBB communities. We hope our involvement as a Corporate Sponsor will have a positive impact on the calibre of design talent and exclusive career opportunities our industry is able to take advantage of - I am very confident that we can make a real difference.”

Damian Walters, BiKBBI CEO commented, “Career support and guidance is extremely important, especially when faced with the challenges from the past 18 month. Peter has a great deal of knowledge and expertise to offer and we look forward to working with the Foyne Jones team in supporting the industry over the coming months and years.”

“The BiKBBI´s ‘Together Stronger’ mentality is something my business has synergy with, it has always been a quality I support in business. This is why I am excited to support BiKBBI."