Anthony Pender named BII chairman
The BII said Pender, managing director of the five-strong pub operator and vice-chairman of the Perceptions Group, was selected from “a highly competitive line-up” for the position.
Pender said: “I am delighted to be taking up this crucial role at the BII. My focus will be to uphold the values of the BII, grow the membership and support the individuals within the organisation.”
His selection has been ratified by the trustees and he will be introduced to the trustees on Wednesday 26 November. He will be formally appointed at the AGM in June and will work alongside interim chairman Tom Richardson until then.
BII chief executive Tim Hulme said: “I am absolutely delighted to welcome Anthony to the BII, and very much look forward to working with him. Anthony is an inspirational individual and epitomises the entrepreneurial spirit and drive our members thrive on. His past experience and contacts will be a huge asset to the BII and I share his vision for growth and passion for the industry and for this organisation’s future.”
The nomination and selection panel included industry heavyweight Stephen Glancey, group chief executive of C&C Group and the current BII Licensee of the Year Lee Price, who were accompanied by two serving non-executives and two trustees.
