Mr Rees is currently the UK & Ireland digital energy marketing manager for Schneider Electric and has been involved in the building controls industry for more than 30 years. Early in 2019 he was elected on to the BCIA’s Management Committee and he will now use his years of experience gained in industry to support Mr Sharp in building on the BCIA’s position as a leading influence on standards, professionalism and innovation for its members.

Mr Rees commented: “Having served on the Management Committee for more than a year I have seen at close hand the vital work the BCIA does for its members and tackling the various issues they face. I am very proud to have been appointed Vice-President and I look forward to supporting Terry Sharp as we strive to continue moving the building controls industry forward in an ever-evolving sector.”

Mr Sharp said: “It gives me huge pleasure to welcome Graeme as Vice-President. The industry experience he has built up during an impressive career will be of great benefit to the BCIA as we carry out our key objectives.”