The Building Services Research and Information Association North has appointed a new Business Development Executive.

Richard Nash began in the role earlier this month. He trained as an archaeologist before moving into the world of education and apprenticeships.

For the past 12 years he has been working at the interface of education and business, supporting a number of membership-based organisations across different sectors.

June Davis, Business Manager at BSRIA North, said: “With Nash’s diverse credentials and impressive, client relationship experience and transferrable skills, this will boost BSRIA North’s reputation as the go-to industry leader in delivering global sustainable building construction, solutions and research.

“Nash will be focused on growing membership and strengthening existing relationships across industry.”

Nash said: “During times of economic and political change and flux, having access to the latest information, market intelligence, technical expertise, resources and networking is crucial to business.

“As well as reaching out to and seeking out potential new members, I will be supporting existing members to link with appropriate BSRIA services to realise the significant return on investment to be achieved from membership.

“BSRIA has always been at the forefront of the industry and at its heart are our members. This is an exciting time for the industry and for BSRIA and I am looking forward to working for our members.”