TrustMark, the Government endorsed quality mark for tradesmen, today announces two new Board directors – Emma Clancy of Ascertiva Group and Lucy Hastings of Age UK - both bringing extensive industry and consumer experience to the governance and Board of TrustMark.
Elected for a term of three years, Emma Clancy will take the position of Trade Director and Lucy Hastings as Non-Trade Director. They will represent their particular area of expertise and interest and will assist in the overall success of TrustMark in achieving its long-term objectives.
Emma Clancy, CEO Ascertiva Group, said: “I am delighted to take up the role of Trade Director for TrustMark. The customer is at the heart of every professional business and I look forward to drawing upon my experience with the NICEIC and the Electrical Safety Council (ESC) to continue the impressive work that TrustMark has already started.
“TrustMark has been providing consumers with a platform to find reliable, safe and competent tradespeople and has become the tool of choice for consumers looking to have work carried out in their home. Employing a TrustMark ‘approved tradesman’ gives consumers assurances that the work will be carried out to a consistently high professional standard.”
Lucy Hastings, Head of Home Services of Age UK, added: “I am thrilled to be joining TrustMark’s Board as I firmly believe in the importance of having access to fair and independent information in order to be able to make the right decisions. With an ageing population and the forthcoming Green Deal creating a boom in property improvements, we need to empower consumers and vulnerable groups to enable them to find and identify trusted help at home.
“My role at Age UK reminds me everyday how difficult and daunting it can be for vulnerable people to find reliable help at home, including quality tradespeople, so I really welcome this opportunity to join the TrustMark Board.”
Liz Male, Chairman of TrustMark, added: “The TrustMark Board has never been stronger and we now have an excellent balance between Trade and Non-Trade Directors. The calibre of applications was very high and it was quite evident that both Emma and Lucy deserved the positions, bringing with them a wealth of industry knowledge, which will both support and represent the work of TrustMark in the future.”
TrustMark’s Board consists of three Trade Directors, three Non-Trade Directors and an independent Chairperson.
For further information about TrustMark visit www.trustmark.org.uk