The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has announced the appointment of Tom Reynolds as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 9 November 2026.
His appointment follows the January 2026 announcement of a leadership transition at the BMF, which will see BMF Chairman Richard Hill retiring at the end of October and current CEO John Newcomb stepping into the new role of BMF Executive Chairman.
Mr Reynolds will join the BMF from his current role as Chief Executive of the British Brands Group, where he has championed the value of brands to the UK economy and led the Group’s work to strengthen members’ capabilities and influence key policy areas.
Prior to that, as Chief Executive of the Bathroom Manufacturers Association, he represented manufacturers across the bathroom products sector, working with members, government, regulators and industry partners on product compliance, sustainability, water efficiency, skills and market confidence.
“The BMF has expanded substantially in size, scope, and influence in recent years,” said Richard Hill, BMF Chairman.
“With this recruitment, I will step down confident that the Board has a strong management team in place to lead the BMF into its next chapter.”
“Builders’ merchants and the wider building materials supply chain are a crucial part of this country’s fabric — supporting communities, enabling construction, sustaining jobs, and helping to deliver the homes, infrastructure and growth that the UK needs,” commented the incoming Mr Reynolds.
“I have long admired the BMF as a highly respected and effective voice for the sector, and it is a real privilege to lead the organisation into its next chapter.”
