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Our Board

Our Board

The Bathroom Manufacturers Association is run by its members, for its members. Elected by our membership at large our current board are:

Craig Baker, Kohler Mira - President

Craig Baker , Kohler Mira - President

Craig began his career at Mira Showers as a design engineer over 20 years ago, and has since occupied a number of roles, including Senior Project Manager: Mixer Showers, New Product Development Director and Marketing Director. In 2009 he was awarded the Chairman’s Award, which is annually presented to only one of Kohler’s 35,000 associates worldwide.

Antony Thompson, Lecico - 1st Vice President

Antony Thompson , Lecico - 1st Vice President

Antony is an experienced Managing Director, currently leading Lecico PLC and serving as Vice President of The Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA). At Lecico, a global manufacturer of sanitary ware, he has driven a significant revenue growth and overseen a rise in operating profit since 2018. Lecico Bathrooms have developed a powerful new brand strategy, improved employee engagement, and launched multiple new product ranges that have strengthened the company’s UK market position during this period.

As Vice President of the BMA since 2021, Antony has supported the team in membership growth and helped shape the association’s strategy in promoting best practices and sustainability. His work with the leadership team and board has helped ensure the association’s remains relevant and recognised as one of the leading trade bodies in the UK.

With over 15 years of leadership experience, Antony has a proven track record in driving growth, managing operations, and building high-performance teams across various sectors including bathrooms, kitchens and business support services. His strategic approach and business acumen continue to position him as a well-known personality in the bathroom industry.

The honorary officers are joined on the board by:

  • Julie Mclean – 2nd Vice President
  • David Osborne (Roman) – Chair of the Centre of Excellence
  • Tom Reynolds – Ex officio as association Chief Executive
  • Jason Parker (Thomas Dudley)
  • Helene Roberts, Norcos Plc
  • Alan Dodds (Roca)
  • Peter Davies (Geberit)
  • Geoffrey Gestetner (Cistermiser & Salamander Pumps)
  • Lisa Whitfield (Ideal Standard)
  • Mike Gahir (Lakes Showering Spaces)