Nadine Saxon appointed operations director at the ASFP

As a direct result of the appointment, Saxon will also occupy a place on the ASFP’s Executive Board and attend meetings of the ASFP’s Council.

Tasked with managing all of the operational, commercial and establishment aspects of the Association, Saxon’s first major undertaking will be ensuring the ASFP’s move to its new headquarters and academy proceeds smoothly.

Saxon is an L5-CIPD-qualified executive with over 20 years of experience in management positions gained across a range of industry verticals from hospitality and education through to the energy sector. She joins the ASFP from the British Coatings Federation (BCF), where she has been serving as office manager for the last five years.

Importantly, Saxon is already known to the ASFP given that the BCF has provided the Association with secretariat and management services and office space for the last three years. Saxon originally presented the BCF’s planned strategy for supporting the ASFP and undertook the recruitment and development processes for the ASFP’s office-based team.

Before joining the BCF, Saxon worked for two years at Utilityteam Trading, where she was responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the utility company’s offices in Coventry and Birmingham. She also controlled the organisation’s ISO 9001 and 14001 systems.

Saxon also served as office manager at e-commerce company E2E Solutions for three years and was general manager for private childcare provider Tiny Teddies Childcare Company for a period totalling over seven years. Having begun her career in the hospitality industry, Saxon also brings to bear sales and revenue management experience from several hotel groups.

Driving strategic initiatives

Speaking about this new appointment, Saxon declared: “I’m delighted to join the ASFP as operations director. My foremost commitment will be to drive strategic initiatives designed to elevate industry standards and enhance the services we offer for our highly valued members.”

Saxon added: “While my expertise lies predominantly in strategic leadership and fostering collaborative teams, my dedication to the ASFP’s mission will be a key focus. Through focused strategic planning and the cultivation of a robust team environment, we can pave the way for significant industry advancements, in turn ensuring that the ASFP remains at the forefront of its field.”

In welcoming Saxon to the team, ASFP managing director Mike Ward informed Fire Safety Matters: “We are thrilled to welcome Nadine to the team. She has already played a pivotal role in the development of the ASFP over the last three years, providing support from her position with the BCF. As a result, she has already earned the respect of members, Council and the ASFP team.”

Ward went on to state: “I’m convinced that Nadine is perfectly placed to support the Association’s growth over the coming years, nurturing strong relationships and partnerships, both within our membership and beyond. I look forward to joining her on that journey as we strive for excellence and further develop the services we offer.”

*Further information is available online at www.asfp.org.uk