New President of BCIA announced

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The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has appointed Stacey Lucas, Commercial and Marketing Director at Sontay, as its new President.

Stacey takes over from Graeme Rees who has held the role for the past two years, with Jen Vickers stepping into the role of Vice-President.

Stacey has been working in the building controls and BEMS sector for more than 20 years, starting her career at Sontay in 2001 as a Customer Service Advisor.

Stacey said: “It is a real honour to be taking over the role of BCIA President from Graeme Rees who has done a fantastic job in increasing member engagement and setting us onto a clear path as an organisation carrying recognition, respect and influence in the building controls industry. Over the next two years I aim to continue the good work carried out by my predecessors and I am relishing the opportunity.”

Reflecting on his two years as President Graeme Rees said: “These last two years have been extremely rewarding both on a professional and a personal level. I would like to thank everybody who has supported, guided and helped me move the BCIA forward in a number of areas. I have been very proud to serve as President and I am delighted to now hand over to Stacey and wish her the very best of luck in this extremely prestigious role.”

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