John Carter to speak at 2025 BMF All Industry Conference

The BMF (Builders Merchants Federation) is delighted to confirm John Carter, CEO of STARK Building Materials UK, as the first of its industry speakers at the 2025 BMF All Industry Conference, taking place in Barcelona from 12-15 June 2025.

John Carter, formerly the CEO at Travis Perkins, joined the STARK Group Executive Committee following its acquisition of Saint Gobain Building Distribution (SGBD) in 2023. Since his appointment, he has embarked on a major transformation of the STARK UK businesses and is now working with his newly appointed leadership team to deliver the company's strategic growth initiatives.

John Newcomb, BMF CEO, said: "We are delighted that John has agreed to take part in next year’s Industry Forum. The BMF All Industry Conference is renowned for bringing together leading figures from across the industry to share knowledge and discuss the latest trends and challenges. John’s extensive experience and visionary leadership make him an ideal keynote speaker, to provide valuable insights both into the challenges and opportunities facing the industry and how STARK UK is transforming to bring something new and fresh to our sector.”

The 2025 BMF All Industry Conference is fully booked. For merchants or suppliers that haven’t secured a place, the BMF has opened a waiting list for the event. Please email [email protected] to be added to the waiting list.

The BMF thanks headline sponsor, ACO, and key sponsors BMN, Breedon, Intact, Kerridge Commercial Systems, Knauf, Knauf Insulation, Marsh, Polypipe, Unilin and Velux. For full information on the Conference, please visit www.bmfconference2025.co.uk