Chairman's Foreword

I am honoured to be the current chair of the FISP Steering Committee. Since the retirement of our first chairman, Alun Watkins after more than 10 years in the role, we have established a clear and effective rotation system for the chair position, ensuring that it will cycle among the four supporting trade associations – British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM), Commercial Interiors UK (CIUK), Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA), and the National Bed Federation (NBF) - every two years. I will hold the position until June 2025.

Founded in 2006, FISP has established itself as the leading initiative for companies in the furniture industry to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable business practices. The Steering Committee, made up of scheme members, plays a vital role in ensuring its ongoing evolution.

With the current trend for improved environmental performance in everything we do, I believe the time is right for the furniture industry to further embrace the benefits of FISP membership and to use the recognition that it bestows to sell their credentials to their customers. I hope that the next few years will see FISP develop further, along with its reputation in becoming the true mark of sustainable excellence within the industry!

Jessica Alexander

Chairman FISP Steering Group