NEWS


BHETA webinar to explore how the Rainy Day Trust supports industry wellbeing


BHETA is set to host a webinar with the Rainy Day Trust on 5 November at 11am, giving members the chance to find out more about the charity and how it can support businesses and the people behind businesses across the sector.


Founded in 1843, the Rainy


Day Trust has been there for people working in supply, merchanting, wholesale and


retail within the DIY, home improvement, housewares, garden, small domestic electricals, and gift sectors, to support individuals through the difficult moments in their lives. The webinar will be led by Anna Skeats, CEO of the Rainy Day Trust, who will introduce the charity and explain what its support can mean for BHETA members and their teams. Specifically, the charity


Durstons reports strong retailer interest at Glee


Somerset-based compost producer Durstons has reported strong retailer interest following its appearance at Glee at the NEC Birmingham.


The company showcased


its refreshed brand identity and three-tier growing media range, comprising its Advanced, Traditional and Everyday collections. Its Advanced Tub & Basket Compost attracted particular attention after winning Best Retail Product at the Four Oaks trade show earlier in September, while the Advanced


PEOPLE NEWS Grant Westfield expands regional sales team


Grant Westfield, the leading UK wall panel manufacturer and the company behind the award-winning Multipanel and Naturepanel brands, has strengthened its regional sales team with the appointment of two new Business Development Managers.


Wayne Morgan Chris Waites


Wayne Morgan has joined the business as Business Development Manager for Wales, bringing a wealth of experience across sales, business development, operations and customer relationships. Prior to joining Grant Westfield, Wayne spent seven years as Sales and Operations Manager for an independent home improvements retail business, where he managed a range of projects for high-end customers, including a project with designer Laurence Llewelyn- Bowen, which is due to feature in his upcoming Netflix documentary.


Also joining the sales team is Chris Waites, who has been appointed as Business Development Manager for the North of England.


Chris joins from Woodstock Trading Co., where he held the position of Area Sales Manager. He brings a strong customer- focused approach to his new role and is looking forward to developing relationships with Grant Westfield’s customers across the region.


Reza Yaghoubi 6 DIY WEEK SEPTEMBER 2026 John Gomersall


Zest invests in future growth with senior team appointments


Zest Outdoor Living has strengthened its senior team with a series of key appointments designed to support the company’s next phase of growth, product development, supply chain improvement and customer-focused development.


John Gomersall joins Zest as Commercial Sales Manager. In his role, John will focus on strengthening Zest’s sales approach, supporting customer relationships and helping the business continue to develop strong, effective partnerships with garden centres, retailers, builders’ merchants and buying groups across the UK.


Darren Hill


Darren Hill joined Zest in 2025 as Supply Chain Manager. Since joining the business, Darren has been focused on improving supply chain performance, supporting stock availability, strengthening supplier relationships and helping Zest respond more effectively to customer demand.


Reza Yaghoubi was appointed Strategic Marketing and Product Lead in 2025. In his role, Reza is responsible for product strategy, marketing direction, range development and customer insight, supporting Zest’s ambition to bring relevant, well-designed and commercially strong products to market.


Houseplant Compost also generated interest from buyers. Glee followed a period of expansion for Durstons, including the completion of its move to Eclipse Works. The new facility increases production capacity and enhances logistics as the business looks to meet growing customer demand. Sales Director Dan Durston said the company had received “fantastic enquiries” from both existing and potential customers during the show.


Durstons is now following up


leads generated at Glee, with the company expecting further retail listings as it prepares for the season ahead.


Durstons left Glee 2026 with even greater momentum, confidence and a clear message: the company is primed for further growth, ready to meet rising demand, and firmly focused on supporting customers through another busy season.


is looking to form proactive partnerships which support companies and their employees with earlier prevention and intervention, as well as being there when individuals are facing a crisis.


• To register for the webinar, visit www.bheta.co.uk/events/ introducing-rainy-day-trust- partnership-support-for- bheta-members.


Zest celebrates Floral Thursday and a great show


‘A super-successful event all round’ was the verdict from timber garden furniture and decorative garden structure specialist, Zest about Glee 2026. The team dressed up for Floral Thursday to celebrate launching its ‘Made in Britain’ range, welcoming a host of customers old and new and being a show awards finalist in the Landscaping category with its Rydal Pergola Seat. Zest’s Chair, Steve Morgan said: “Floral Thursday is a great


way to support Greenfingers and the whole Zest team is delighted to take part as a testament to the brand’s values and to toast our thoroughly successful time at Glee.”


Law Distribution becomes


BHETA’s business support provider


BHETA has welcomed family-owned logistics business, Law Distribution as a business support provider. The company provides UK and European transportation, 350,000sq ft of ambient warehousing and specialist 3PL services, including dedicated support for power tool and hand tool businesses supplying DIY retail groups. With a fleet of 60 vehicles and 100 curtain-sided trailers, Law Distribution works across a broad range of sectors, with particular expertise in DIY and tools logistics, supporting power tool and hand tool businesses with 3PL services to the major DIY retail groups, based around long term relationships and the ability to create bespoke solutions. Law Distribution’s MD, Angela Carus commented: “Joining BHETA is a real privilege, and the Law Distribution team is looking forward to supporting BHETA members.”


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