National Annual General Meeting 2022

On Thursday 15 September 2022 the British Association of Landscape industries held its National Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Vox, Resorts World, Birmingham.

Over 50 members joined Executive Board Directors, including Immediate Past Chair Matt O’Conner, Vice-Chair Nigel Bowcock, Honorary Treasurer Richard Stone and Chief Executive

Wayne Grills for the formal meeting, which was followed by two informative and educational presentations delivered by guest speakers Sophie Stephens, Head of Environment and Sustainability, Ground Control discussing Ground Control’s journey to becoming carbon net zero, including useful tips on how members can begin their journey and promote corporate sustainability within their business; and Rob Neil OBE, Director, Krystal Alliance talking about diversity in the workplace and how members can create a more inclusive workplace.

During the AGM, the propositions passed and approved included the adoption of the financial accounts for the year ending 31st March 2022, the proposal to increase membership fees; the election of Board Directors offering themselves for re-election and the re-appointment of Auditors Benee Consulting.

National Chair Richard Kay has retired from the Board. The Board of Directors and the team at Landscape House extend their gratitude to Richard for his support and guidance over the numerous years he has served the Association and Industry. Matt O’Conner will therefore continue as Immediate Past Chair. A further four Board Directors retired at this year’s AGM - Rosemary Coldstream, Clive Ivil, Richard Kay and Tony Woods. Again, the Board and the team at Landscape House extend their thanks for the support and time they have given to the Association.

Members unanimously accepted the Director’s recommendations to appoint Nigel Bowcock, Acre Landscapes as National Chair and Tessa Johnstone, Johnstone Landscapes as Vice-Chair.

The Board extends a warm welcome to its four new Directors - Jake Catling, The Landscaping Consultants; Richard Gill, Green-tech; Jenny Hall, W Crowders and Sons; and Tim Howell, Mitie.