JAMES Causebrook, MD at Grunwald UK, has been appointed chairman of the PPMA Group of Associations.
He was elected to the board of directors in 2018, and has held the role of vice chairman throughout 2022.
James succeeds outgoing chair David Barber, who has held the role for the past two years when the industry has faced unprecedented challenges, especially throughout the pandemic.
The PPMA said David’s ‘experience and cool head’ has allowed the organisation to ‘weather the harshest of storms and adversity’ through lockdown, and membership has grown during his tenure.
James Causebrook, PPMA chairman, said, “David has helped the association through some of its toughest moments, moments none of us will forget, so I will be looking to continue that good work with another successful show in 2023 and equally successful publications. I believe that our members want an association that speaks up for them and is there to help them improve their business, so building vital links and connections with our affiliate partners will be of paramount importance.”
David Barber commented, “James will be a fantastic chairman, having worked closely with him over these last two years developing future strategy, he brings a continuity of leadership in his own unique style. I am totally confident he will continue to build the strategy and deliver strong execution closely aligned to generating greater member benefits and value whilst serving the wider needs of the industries our members serve.
“As deputy chairman I will continue to work closely with the PPMA Group of Associations, supporting James, the board of directors and the PPMA executive to ultimately fulfil its vision and mission, support our members to sell more products and services.”
