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BMA – Building a better future with Band of Builders
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n a heartwarming alliance that underscores solidarity and support within the construction industry, the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) is proud of its partnership with the Band of Builders for 2024. This collaboration aims to highlight the charity’s invaluable work aiding construction sector members during times of adversity. The Band of
Builders, born from the compassionate initiative of landscape gardener Addam Smith in 2016, has since burgeoned into a lifeline for those facing illness, injury, or life- altering circumstances within the construction
community. With over £1m in combined project value, the charity provides essential practical, financial, and wellbeing support to industry members and their families.
The BMA is set to kick off its support for the Band of Builders with a series of exciting charity events. Our inaugural Charity Summer Social, to be held at Worsley Park, Manchester, on July 3rd, promises a day of camaraderie and competition. Participants can engage in a thrilling golf tournament or showcase their skills in a box car rally, catering to both golf enthusiasts and non-golfers alike. The event culminates in a delightful drinks reception and meal, fostering team building amidst fun-filled activities. Furthermore, the BMA’s commitment to fundraising continues at our annual conference, scheduled for September 16th and 17th at the Queens Hotel, Leeds. The conference theme is “Building Growth,” and attendees can anticipate engaging with high-profile speakers and participating in specialised workshops aimed at fostering professional development. We’ll be raising funds for the Band of Builders through our popular raffle and auction held at our gala dinner on September 17.
These charity events serve as platforms for fundraising and opportunities for industry members to come together and forge meaningful connections. Through these initiatives, the BMA reaffirms its dedication to supporting the construction community and ensuring it does not face adversity alone. Visit the BMA website or contact the BMA team for more information.
TTA – Mark Your Calendars for 10th May 2024
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he Tile Association has a full day of events on Friday 10th May of interest to all sectors across the tiling industry, marking the highlight of TTA’s annual events calendar.
The Tiling Show – Sponsored by BIHUI
The Tiling Show is the ‘must attend’ trade show for the UK tiling industry, featuring exhibitions, networking opportunities, show offers, product demonstrations and giveaways. A larger exhibitor area makes 2024 the biggest Show yet!
The event is FREE to enter with FREE available parking for attendees for up to four hours.
TTA Awards
Thanks to a host of impressive award entries, the judges have been hard at work voting across 16 categories focussing on excellence in the wall and floor tiling industry. Entries with the highest judges’ votes are shortlisted for the chance of winning an acclaimed TTA Award, with the shortlist to be announced in April. You can then vote for who you think deserves to be an Award winner from TTA’s website.
There is still time to book your tickets at
https://www.ttaawards.com/. Hosted by actor Shaun Williamson at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, this May 10th will be an evening to remember!
Thank you to the Gold Sponsors of the Awards: Amber Underfloor Heating, Banks & Lloyd, Beava, BIHUI, Genesis Global Systems, Jackoboard®, Knauf, Mapei, Palace Chemicals, PCS, Shackerley, STS, Topps Tiles, UltraTile and Weber UK.
Awards Afterparty – Sponsored by Worldpay Attendees of TTA Awards will receive an exclusive invite to TTA Awards 2024 Afterparty, running from approximately 11pm–2am and complete with a subsidised bar and DJ. The Afterparty will be hosted in Brightsmith on the Water within the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, overlooking Pendigo Lake.
For more information contact BMA on 01782 631619 or email
info@bathroom-association.org.uk
For further information or to join TTA visit
www.tiles.org.uk/join
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