Board
LIA Board Members
The LIA operates across the UK Lighting industry and plays an important role in shaping and influencing policy, legislation, quality and supply chain behaviour. The LIA has a simple structure by which it is governed and managed to serve the industry and its membership.
Frequency: The Board meets a minimum of 4 times per year and usually in advance of the LIA Council Meeting. Other meetings are called in accordance with business need.
The LIA Board may co-opt any LIA Member from the LIA Council.
Composition
The LIA Board and Council play particular roles in the management and control of the LIA. The LIA Board is made up from specific Members of The LIA Council (voted for by The LIA Membership) and is currently comprised of:
- The LIA President (Current) - David Barnwell - Holophane Europe Ltd (Chair)
- The LIA Vice President - Trevor Grote - Bell Lighting
- Ayça Donaghy - The LIA
- Matt Carpenter - Sylvania
- Peter McVeigh - Status International
- Richard Bushnell - Inventronics
- David Ribbons - Astro Lighting
- Catherine Connolly - Knightsbridge / SLV Lighting UK Ltd
The President of The LIA is the Chair of The LIA Board and the Chair of The LIA Council.
The LIA President is elected from The LIA Membership and holds the position for 1 year. The duration of this tenure is at the discretion of The LIA Council and will begin and end (if possible) at The LIA Annual Luncheon/AGM.
The members of The LIA Board are the legally registered directors of The LIA (as recorded at Companies House).The role of the LIA Board is to work with The LIA CEO to set budgetary and financial targets, oversee legal and constitutional matters and set performance targets for the CEO of The LIA.
The LIA Board has a legal responsibility for the financial viability of The LIA.
The LIA President
David Barnwell
The LIA Vice-President
Trevor Grote
Other Board Members
Ayça Donaghy
Ayça Donaghy is a dynamic leader in the lighting industry, currently serving as the CEO of the Lighting Industry Association. With over 15 years of experience in the broader electro-technical sector, coupled with a recent Executive MBA from London Business School, Ayça combines strategic thinking, team management, and a dedication to sustainability, diversity, and innovation. Her diverse background in sales leadership, teaching, and acting contributes to her strong communication and presentation skills, making her an ideal spokesperson for the industry.
Since assuming her role over a year ago, Ayça has spearheaded a series of groundbreaking initiatives, including university competitions aimed at bridging the skills gap and launching events and webinars to enhance awareness of critical issues like sustainability, compliance, and competence. Furthermore, she has been instrumental in advocating for comprehensive and enforceable regulations. Through direct engagement with industry stakeholders and the UK government, Ayça has played a crucial role in propelling the industry's mission and amplifying its voice on a national level.
Her impact and foresight have recently been acknowledged by her selection for the '40under40' competition.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayca-donaghy/
Peter McVeigh
Chairman & Managing Director of Status International Limited, Independent Company, operating in the U.K. and Europe for many years and has spent his life in Lamps and Lighting gaining worldwide experience at all levels. Having chaired successfully many Committees in Industry, Peter’s experience and commitment is unrivalled.
Started life with the Yorkshire Electricity Board as a Trainee Engineer, before moving to Osram G.E.C. as a Lighting Engineer. Formed first company De la Mer in 1975 which he sold in 1987.
Formed the new and current company in 1991 along with son Nicholas and is now a supplier to all major Retailers and Discounters in the U.K., still very active in the business.
After a lifetime in Lighting was made a Freeman of the City of London in May 2013.
Also Master and Trustee of the Worshipful Company of Lightmongers. Served as Almoner for 8 years.
Peter and Status International is the main sponsor for the Chartered Trading Standards Institute annual conference and awards dinner and has been for more than 25 years.
Vice President of the C.T.S.I.
Catherine Connolly
