11 July 2025, 12:00
By Furniture News Mar 12, 2025

FIRA welcomes new council members

The Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA) is pleased to announce the appointment of three new council members: Tristine Hargreaves, executive director of the National Bed Federation (NBF); Chris Meadows, technical manager at Track Record Global (TRG); and Phil Spademan, MD of the British Furniture Association (BFA).

These individuals will join the existing 10 council members, whose insights and leadership are essential in shaping the direction of the association and advocating for the interests of its members, says FIRA. 

The council convenes quarterly, providing an opportunity to brainstorm new projects, assess the progress of current initiatives, and strategically review budgets to ensure effective use of research funds.

Click here for more information about the FIRA council and the research association's activities.


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