The Staffordshire Business Environment Network has announced its new chairperson.
Adam Whitehouse, founder and chair of repair company TMT First, has taken over the role from Judith Smith who stepped down at the organisation’s annual general meeting.
SBEN, which was founded in 1992, works with businesses across the county to address the climate emergency.
Judith, who owns and runs an environment management and sustainability consultancy, has been the Chair of the organisation since 2014 and will remain a key part of group.
Adam opened his first circular economy retail store, The Mobile Trader, in the late 1990’s and has spent his entire career aiming to ‘keep technology alive for longer.’
He said: “I am passionate about keeping technology alive for longer and ensuring we all understand the benefits for our planet and our pockets of repairing not replacing tech.
“The circular economy has a key part to play in helping tackle the climate emergency we are facing, and I am excited about sharing my experiences and knowledge with other small businesses, as part of my new role in SBEN.
“Of course, I have big shoes to fill – Judith has done an amazing job at the forefront of the organisation for such a long time – an organisation that has been a key driver in supporting businesses across the county to achieve their sustainability goals and take positive steps towards reducing their carbon footprint. I am looking forward to working with Judith and our other members going forward.
He added: “I am keen to work with and expand the SBEN network, to ensure all businesses across Staffordshire have the opportunity to make the most of SBEN membership.”
TMT First, located in Newcastle-under-Lyme, is Samsung’s largest volume consumer repair partner and Daily Focus recently reported it is on track for a record year with hopes of hitting turnover of almost £20 million.
Both the company and Adam have celebrated success this year with Adam being named Entrepreneur of the Year at the Staffordshire University Business Awards and TMT First winning the Collaboration of the Year and the Going for Growth categories at Keele University’s Breaking the Mould awards, reported in Daily Focus here.
