INDUSTRY UPDATE


ASR International appoints Gavin Horne to strengthen its KBB executive search offering


THE IPG Supporting Independents


The IPG – The Power of Community


something that sits at the heart of any successful community – the importance of supporting one another and the strength we gain from working together. In a constantly changing world, it’s easy to become caught up in our day-


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to-day challenges. But sometimes it’s worth remembering that we can achieve so much more when we support one another, share experiences and work towards common goals. Being part of a community is about more than simply belonging to a


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pecialist headhunting and executive search company ASR International has announced that Gavin Horne will join the


business on 2 November 2026. A highly regarded figure in the bathroom industry, Gavin brings more than


14 years’ experience working with UK and international bathroom manufacturers, most recently as National Sales Manager at Hotbath. His background spans commercial sales, strategy and customer development. Gavin said: “I’m delighted to be joining ASR and starting a new chapter in


my career. Having worked within the bathroom industry for many years, I understand how important the right people are to a business’s success. I look forward to building on ASR’s established relationships and developing new partnerships across the sector.” He added: “ASR has an experienced team and a fantastic reputation in the


markets it serves. It’s an exciting opportunity to bring my industry experience into recruitment and help clients and candidates make their next move.” Gavin will focus on strengthening client relationships and developing ASR’s


markets and executive search offering across the KBB and wider interiors sectors. His industry knowledge will help clients identify senior talent and support candidates considering their next career move. Ed Robinson, Managing Director of ASR International, said: “Gavin knows


this industry from the inside. He understands the people, the businesses and the commercial challenges our clients face. That experience will bring real value to our conversations with clients and candidates. We’re delighted to welcome him to ASR and look forward to working together.”


group. It’s about building relationships, creating trust and knowing there are people around you who understand the challenges you face. It’s about celebrating successes, learning from one another and recognising that everyone has something valuable to contribute. I have always believed that the strongest relationships are built through


genuine conversations, shared experiences and a willingness to work together. We won’t always agree or face the same challenges, but by listening, understanding different perspectives and supporting each other, we all become stronger. At The IPG, we see firsthand the difference that collaboration and a


shared sense of purpose can make. While we may all have individual ambitions, our collective strength is what helps us move forward. The importance of community goes far beyond any single event or


gathering. It’s about the relationships we build every day, the conversations we have, the knowledge we share and the willingness to support one another through both challenges and opportunities. Ultimately, success isn’t just about what we achieve individually, but what


we can accomplish together. By supporting one another, sharing our strengths and working towards a common goal, we can build a stronger future for everyone. Because together, we are always stronger.


Nike Lovell, Marketing and Operations Director, The IPG.


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s November gets underway and our annual conference draws closer, it’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on


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