Federation of Master Builders Appoints New National President
25th September 2012

Jim Gilmour has been appointed as the new National President of the Federation of Master Builders (FMB), the UK’s largest trade association in the construction sector. Jim Gilmour from Glasgow was elected on Friday 14th September, at the FMB’s Annual General Meeting in Dunblane and is a well known figure in the Scottish construction sector representing the FMB on the CITB ConstructionSkills Board. Jim is also very active at the local level supporting many local community groups.

Jim Gilmour, FMB National President said:
“It is an honour to be the first Scotsman elected as National President of the FMB. My theme during my two year presidency is ‘professionalism’ and supporting the FMB new five year strategic plan which is transform the FMB to become a professional trade association. As part of this commitment I’m also looking forward to meeting and representing FMB members across the UK.”

Brian Berry, Chief Executive of the FMB said:
“Jim Gilmour is a passionate advocate for the SME construction industry and I look forward to working with Jim during this difficult time for the  construction industry. The building industry is experiencing the longest recession that most people can remember which is why it is more important than ever that builders across the UK can have access to a national trade association that support their business needs.”

David Bentley from the Yorkshire and Trent region was elected as the FMB’s new National Vice-President and Derek Bostock, the former FMB National President is now the Immediate Past President.