BPCA has confirmed that Rosina Robson will take the helm as chief executive as of June 2.
Ms Robson is a familiar face in Westminster and the devolved nations, having spent two decades steering policy and public affairs campaigns for membership organisations including the Federation of Small Businesses and the National Hair & Beauty Federation.
She has helped to secure legislative change on issues as diverse as the Bribery Act guidance and safety licensing for aesthetic procedures.
Chris Cagienard, BPCA president, welcomed the appointment.
“We’re absolutely thrilled that Rosina is joining us,” Mr Cagienard said. “Her track record of influencing ministers and regulators is second to none, and that lobbying expertise will be vital as we work to protect the pest management toolkit our members rely on every day.”
Ms Robson’s CV also includes senior roles at the Russell Group of Universities and Producers Alliance for Cinema and TV (PACT), where she worked to unlock tax reliefs worth £500 million for children’s television.
Alongside her executive career, she has served as a non-executive director for several not-for-profits including the governing body of an outstanding London primary school for over a decade, of which four years as chair.
Ms Robson said: “I am honoured to be joining the BPCA as its chief executive. BPCA is widely respected for its essential work in promoting professional pest management, whilst protecting public health and the environment.
“I look forward to working with the association’s committed team to advance its leadership in driving sector standards for the benefit of its members and the wider public in line with its founding principles.”
The staff team and Board have a comprehensive induction planned for Ms Robson, including meeting with members and stakeholders, and of course, completing her BPCA/RSPH Level 2 Award in Pest Management this summer.