We are thrilled to announce that our Founding Director, Gavin Smith, has been welcomed to the Board of Directors for the British Damage Management Association (BDMA). This exciting development, confirmed last week, marks a significant milestone for Vinci Response and further reinforces our commitment to excellence in the damage restoration industry.
Alongside Gavin, we also extend our congratulations to Willie Keane, Director and Chartered Engineer at Niall Keely & Associates, who has also been appointed to the BDMA Board. Willie’s extensive expertise in property damage assessment and construction defect investigations makes him a fantastic addition to the team.
Gavin’s Journey in Damage Restoration
Gavin began his career in the damage restoration industry back in 1999 as a trainee field technician, learning the essential skills of assessing and restoring peril-damaged properties. Through years of dedication and continuous professional development, he gained BDMA accreditation and later founded Vinci Response in 2019, which has since grown into a nationally recognised restoration and specialist cleaning company with two operational depots.
On his appointment to the BDMA Board, Gavin shared the following:
“I am incredibly honoured to join the BDMA Board of Directors and to contribute to the ongoing development and recognition of the damage management industry. The BDMA plays a crucial role in setting professional standards, supporting practitioners, and ensuring the highest levels of service and expertise within our field. At Vinci Response, we are dedicated to delivering top-tier restoration services, and I look forward to working alongside industry professionals to drive further advancements that benefit both businesses and customers alike.”
Why the BDMA Matters to Vinci Response and Our Clients
The BDMA (British Damage Management Association) is the leading authority in damage management training, accreditation, and industry standards. It plays a crucial role in:
✅ Setting professional and technical standards for damage restoration.
✅ Providing training and certification to ensure industry professionals maintain best practices.
✅ Representing the interests of damage management practitioners and advocating for higher industry standards.
For Vinci Response, Gavin’s involvement in the BDMA means:
🔹 Continued leadership in best practices – ensuring we stay ahead of industry developments and deliver the most effective restoration solutions.
🔹 Greater collaboration with regulatory bodies and professionals to improve damage restoration processes for clients.
🔹 Enhanced credibility and trust for our customers, knowing that Vinci Response aligns with the highest industry standards.
Looking Ahead
We are excited about the opportunities this appointment brings, both for Vinci Response and the wider damage restoration industry. With Gavin’s expertise and leadership, Vinci Response will continue to innovate, raise standards, and deliver high-quality restoration and specialist cleaning services.
We also look forward to seeing the contributions of both Gavin and Willie as they take on their new roles within the BDMA. Congratulations once again!
For more information on the BDMA and its role in the damage management industry, visit BDMA.org.uk.
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