BESA signs membership director

UK: The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has appointed Jason Hemingway as its new membership director.

He brings more than 30 years of construction sector experience to the role. He was managing director of the suspended ceiling manufacturer Rockfon for seven years before moving into distribution as national sales director for the interior business of SIG, and most recently the leading construction products distributor Encon Nevill Long.

His focus will be on increasing member numbers and engagement while also developing the member benefits. He will be responsible for the existing team of regional managers and will report directly to group chief executive David Frise.