David Sanders has been announced as the new chair of the KBSA board

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association (KBSA), has announced that David Sanders (pictured) has been named as its new board chair. Speaking at the 2nd of 3 regional events held jointly with the KBBG, recently appointed MD Luke Wedgbury told delegates of Sanders' new role within the association. This announcement forms part of an ongoing period of change and development for the KBSA, further details of which will be revealed over the coming weeks.

“My role as managing director means that I’ll be much more involved in the day-to-day running of the association going forward,” says Luke. “The Board will operate in an advisory capacity and this is exactly why David is the perfect man to act as Chair, with his long experience of our industry. I’m delighted he’s joined us.”

Sanders is a well-known face in the KBB industry and he brings 34 years’ experience to the chair. Starting out in his family’s kitchen business, he joined Blum in 1995 and served there as sales & marketing director until 2024. He continues to work with the company today as a consultant and is a passionate advocate for independent KBB retailers.

“I’m very happy to accept the board’s invitation to become Chair of the KBSA, the independent retailer has always been close to my heart,” Sanders said. “It’s where I started and even during my years with Blum I never lost that connection. I know first-hand what independents bring to our industry and the pressures they face every day. With Luke now in place as managing Ddirector and a new board structure on the way, this is an important moment for the KBSA. I hope my experience of leadership within the KBB industry will allow me to add real value as chair: supporting Luke and the board, helping the independent retail sector advance its cause, and encouraging more retailers to grow their businesses through membership of the KBSA.”