BiKBBI News
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 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.”
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.
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 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
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“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.”
