The Locksmith Journal Jul-Aug 2017 - Issue 51 | Page 75

MOVERS&SHAKERS • 75 PROUD SPONSORS OF THIS PAGE NEW VICE CHAIR ELECTED AT IAI The IAI has appointed Joanne Milne- Rowe (pictured) as its new vice chair. » » JO HAS BEEN IN THE INDUSTRY FOR more than 19 years and comes with a wealth of experience in architectural hardware, mechanical security and electronic access control. For the past 12 months, she has served as chairman for the South East region of the IAI, alongside her current role as business development manager at Codelocks. Jo will now step down from her position of Regional Chairman and will focus on supporting the Chair across national activities. Jo said: “I hope that as Vice Chair, I can play a role in changing certain perceptions about the industry and encourage the next generation of talent to seek a career in our ever-changing sector. Mario Del-Signore, chair of the IAI, said: “Jo has already been recognised for her commitment to improving communication and increasing engagement among members in her role as chairman of the south east region. I have no doubts that she will continue to help to take the Institute from strength to strength and look forward to working with her to promote the IAI’s work.” NEW PRESIDENTIAL TEAM APPOINTED » » DAVID STACEY HAS BEEN appointed as the new president of the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI), with a new team of executive officers and a clear focus to “get straight to work”. David Stacey is product sales director for UK and Ireland at dormakaba. Originally trained as a civil engineer, he has built his expertise in the sales and marketing of construction products for more than 20 years, working in the UK, Middle East, Australia and Hong Kong. Following his election as president of the Guild at its AGM earlier this month, David praised his predecessor’s “boundless energy, enthusiasm and leadership”. Maria Powell, managing director of Lorient Ltd, also received the past president’s medal. David said, “It’s a huge honour to be chosen to lead such a prestigious organisation in the architectural ironmongery industry. The Guild has been at the forefront of my career and the success of many door hardware businesses for many years”. The president is also part of the ‘One Future Vision’ group, led by past president Maria Powell which is working towards a more unified, professional body to create the strongest possible future for both the Guild, which represents the interest of architectural ironmongery businesses, and its sister organisation, the Institute of Architectural Ironmongers (IAI), which represents the individuals in the industry and promotes ongoing professional development to door hardware specialists. In addition to confirming David Stacey as the new president, the AGM ratified the appointment of Julian Newman of Oxford Ironmongery Ltd as the new vice president, and Mario Del- Signore of CESuk as treasurer. The GAI is the only trade body in the UK that represents the interests of the whole architectural ironmongery industry - architectural ironmongers, wholesalers and manufacturers. Its reputation is built on three key areas: education, technical support and community. The G