by Holly Chapman | 09 Apr 26 | News, Supplier News
Lawsons Group has appointed Andrew Cope as an independent non-executive director on the Board of Lawsons.
Previously acting as managing director of Chandlers Building Supplies for 20 years, Cope brings considerable experience to his new role.
Most recently, Cope has been working with Independent Builders Merchant Group as its chief executive officer for six years, before assuming a part time role leading the company’s acquisitions and strategic development activity.
The independent supplier of timber, building materials and fending, Lawsons welcomes Cope to its network across London and the South East.
Chief executive Allun Pittingale comments:
“Andrew Cope brings a wealth of experience and strategic vision; his background in driving efficiencies to help businesses scale perfectly matches our ambitions and I look forward to him joining the team.”
With 35 branches under seven brands, Lawsons currently employs more than 700 people, also hosting a dedicated steel fabrication plant.
by Holly Chapman | 05 Sep 25 | News, Supplier News
Timber, building, fencing and landscaping merchant, Lawsons Group has appointed Allun Pittingale as its new chief executive officer (CEO).
Pittingale joins Lawsons after five years acting as chief operating officer at Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG). Before this, he worked at Travis Perkins as regional managing director and five years at Benchmarx Kitchens and Joinery as operations director.
The newly appointed CEO looks forward to the next chapter, adding:
“This business has thrived through four generations of Lawson family ownership, and I’m proud to play my part in continuing that legacy – carrying forward the tradition of family values and professional service that has stood the test of time.”
Pittingale will be overseeing Lawsons as it boasts 35 branches under seven brands, over 700 staff and a dedicated steel fabrication plant.
by Bethany Vann | 16 Feb 24 | News, Supplier News
Jeremey Norris has been appointed managing director of Lawsons (Whetsone) Ltd.
After joining the company in 1994, Norris served in a number of roles including over fifteen years as commercial director.
Chairman Simon Lawson says Norris’s appointment will lead the company “through a period of consolidation after considerable acquisition activity.”
Until recently Norris worked alongside Paul Rushnet as joint managing director, he says the company’s new found “size and structure requires Paul (Rushnet) to increase his focus upon finance and legal requirements.”
Norris goes on to say he looks forward to “steering the business through the exciting growth years ahead.”
