Yvonne Orgill MD at the Unified Water Label Association, (UWLA) has announced plans to retire from the industry after almost 40 years.
After leading the UWLA since its formation, Yvonne will retire next year, when a replacement has been selected and is in place. Based at the UWLA’s UK office in Staffordshire, Yvonne leads a small team and is also responsible for the office in Brussels.
During her time in the industry, Yvonne has become well recognised as a leader and influencer. She held the position of chief executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) from 2006 to 2019. As well as being MD at the Unified Water Label, Yvonne is also a non-exec board member of BIKBBI, President of CIPHE – Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineers. A firm supporter of women in the industry, Yvonne is one of the few women to hold positions of influence, she was also the first female chairperson of NHIC and the NHIC Trustees.
Yvonne says, “Building the UWLA from an almost start up 15 years ago to where it is today, recognised as the pre-eminent product-based water label in the UK and Europe, has been an honour and a privilege.
“I know that with the right candidate the UWLA will go from strength to strength.”
The advert for the MD’s position calls for an individual who is a self-motivated leader, and a confident, approachable individual. The ideal candidate must have knowledge and understanding of the sustainable challenges facing the European bathroom sector, its aspirations and the political goals from Europe and UK governments.
UWLA President Carlos Velazquez says, “Yvonne has been a charismatic and effective leader at UWLA, bringing together many different organisations to work towards a common goal.
“I would like to thank Yvonne most sincerely for her leadership and vision. On behalf of the board, I wish her and her family all the very best for the future.”
Interested parties can request the job specification for the MD’s role, closing date for applications is 18 October.
Email Vikki.hollins@UWLA.eu
