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ScaffEx24 Announces Two New Keynote Speakers

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ScaffEx24, one of the leading events for the scaffolding and construction industry, has announced the addition of two new keynote speakers for its upcoming conference. 

James Butcher, Executive Director of the National Federation of Builders (NFB), and David Abraham, Founder of Fulcrum Scaffold Safety & Training Ltd, will be delivering speeches at the event, which is set to take place in Belfast on 29 November 2024.

The free-to-attend conference considered a key date in the industry’s calendar, brings together professionals from across the scaffolding and construction sectors. This year’s event will offer attendees insights from leading experts who will discuss the latest innovations and strategies shaping the future of the industry.

New Additions to the Speaker Lineup

James Butcher, in his role as Executive Director of Strategy & Operations at the NFB, is responsible for helping construction firms improve their performance and navigate the industry’s evolving challenges. His participation in ScaffEx24’s “Meet the Buyer” session will focus on procurement, risk management, and fostering strong contractor-client relationships.

David Abraham, who has spent over four decades in the scaffolding industry, will speak in the Training section of the conference. As the founder of Fulcrum Scaffold Safety & Training Ltd, Abraham has become a well-known figure in scaffolding safety and skills development. His speech will highlight the importance of safety training and the need for high standards in workforce development.

An Impressive Lineup of Speakers

Butcher and Abraham join an already strong lineup of speakers confirmed for ScaffEx24, which includes several prominent figures in the scaffolding and construction industries:

  • Suzannah Nichol, CEO of Build UK
  • Tim Balcon, CEO of the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
  • Dr Yasuo Toyosawa, President of the Scaffolding & Construction Equipment Association of Japan (SCEA)
  • Julio Black, Head of Product & Marketing, AT-PAC
  • Lee Rowswell, Group Director, GKR Scaffolding
  • Barry Neilson OBE, Chief Executive, CITB Northern Ireland

The event is expected to attract a wide audience of industry professionals, providing opportunities for networking, collaboration, and exploring the latest trends and technologies in scaffolding and construction.

A Key Event for the Industry

With a range of expert speakers and sessions covering topics from procurement to training and safety, ScaffEx24 is set to be one of the most significant events for the scaffolding and construction sectors in 2024.

For more information and to register, visit ScaffEx24.com.

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