At Genuit Group, we help create a better, more sustainable built environment
Together, we create sustainable living
Genuit has sustainability at its core. For us, sustainability is not an after-thought, or something that comes after everything else has been taken into account
Our people are our greatest asset. Without their passion, dedication and talent, our strategic goals would be unachievable
We see transparency and regular engagement with investors as a key responsibility of a listed business
Joe was appointed on 28 February 2022, and brings broad international engineering expertise in the automotive, aerospace and industrial sectors to the Board. He also has experience in integrating businesses and managing businesses through transition and lean transformation in both public and private equity environments. He has a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Joe was previously at Spectris plc, a FTSE 250 company, where he was president of HBK, a standalone division and key platform business within the Group, from January 2019, having joined Spectris in 2016. Prior to that, he worked for Clarcor Corporation, a NYSE-listed business and Danaher Corporation, also a US-listed global business. Joe is a Non-Executive Director of Senior plc, and Director of Rocky Neck Partners, LLC.
Tim was appointed on 1 November 2023, and brings significant expertise in finance, strategic vision and risk management, as well as bringing to the Board a broad range of public market experience through his roles at a variety of fast-paced and dynamic businesses. Prior to being appointed as CFO, Tim joined Genuit as Interim Chief Financial Officer on 4 September 2023. Previously, he served as the CFO of IQE plc, an AIM-listed manufacturer of advanced semiconductor materials from 2019 to 2023, and as CFO of Arm Limited from 2017 to 2019. He held senior finance positions in O2/Telefonica UK, Serco plc and Logica plc prior to that and is a Chartered Accountant (ICAEW). Tim is Chair of the Risk Committee.
Emma Versluys was appointed on 28 June 2017 and is our Group Legal Counsel and Company Secretary and is Secretary to the Board and three of its Committees. She is also a member of the Executive Management Team and the Risk Committee. Before joining Genuit, Emma was Deputy Company Secretary at Provident Financial plc, and has also held company secretarial roles at Serco plc and Alliance UniChem plc. Emma has a BA in French and Spanish from the University of Southampton, and is an Associate of The Chartered Governance Institute and is also a solicitor.
Martin joined in September 2019 and is our Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer and a member of the Executive Management Team and the Risk Committee. Martin joined the Group in September 2019 as Group Strategy and Marketing Director. With a functional background in a variety of commercial and marketing roles with brands such as Bosch and Geberit, Martin has over 20 years’ experience of leading businesses in the construction products sector, most recently as part of the Belgian Aliaxis group, where he was responsible for businesses in the UK, Middle East, South Africa and the Nordic markets. He has a BSc in Financial Management from Loughborough University.
Steve joined in November 2022 and is Managing Director of the Sustainable Building Solutions Business Unit and is also currently fulfilling the role of MD of the Water Management Solutions Business Unit. Steve is a member of the Executive Management Team and the Risk Committee. He joined the Group in November 2022 in the SBS MD role. Prior to this he spent 15 years with Eaton Corporation plc, where he held a variety of commercial and general management roles, most recently, Vice President and General Manager for the Life Safety Division, leading businesses in France, Germany, the UK and the US. The early part of his career was spent in the automotive industry working for GKN plc and Arvin Meritor, covering roles in a variety of disciplines including operations, quality control and engineering. Steve has a Beng in Mechanical Engineering from Portsmouth University.
Lee joined the Group in December 2024 as Managing Director of the Climate Management Solutions Business Unit and is a member of the Executive Management Team and the Risk Committee. Lee's early career was formed with many years of pan-European general management positions across the business-to-business sector for consumer products and e-commerce for Interface Modular Flooring, Keter and Newell Brands. Lee spent 16 years in President/Vice President roles, with an early functional career in Sales and Marketing. Prior to joining the Group, Lee was Vice President (Europe) for SC Johnson’s Professional division and also served as chair of the board for Business in the Community Midlands and spent time in sustainability commercialisation. Lee has an eMBA from HEC Paris.
Edel joined the Group in January 2025 as Chief People Officer and is a member of our Executive Management Team and the Risk Committee. She brings 25 years of experience from across the Consumer Goods and Entertainment sectors. Edel has performed senior business and HR leadership roles for Mattel, Activision and Mondelez and, in her last role, was Chief HR Officer at C&C Group. Edel has extensive experience in business transformation, change management and M&A activity, gained in international organisations. She has specialised in many facets of HR during her career, including HR Operations, Learning & Development, Talent & Organisation Effectiveness and HR Business Partnering. Edel has a degree in Strategic Human Resources from the National College of Ireland and is a qualified Executive Coach.
The Board establishes the purpose, strategy and financial policy for the Group, promoting the long-term success of the Company for the benefit of its members and key stakeholders. It sets its culture and expected behaviours from the top. The Board discharges some of its responsibilities directly and delegates authority to its Committees, each clearly defined by their own Terms of Reference. They carry out their required duties and make recommendations to the Board for approval.
The Audit Committee comprises only Non-Executive Directors, with at least one member having recent and relevant financial experience in accordance with the UK Corporate Governance Code. Its composition, balance and expertise provide shareholders with the confidence that the financial reporting and control processes of the Group are subjected to the appropriate level of independent, robust and challenging oversight.
The full responsibilities of the Audit Committee are set out in its latest Terms of Reference. The Terms of Reference are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate, and any relevant updates made accordingly.
To find out more about the activities of the Audit Committee during the latest financial year, read our Audit Committee Report in our latest published Annual Report and Accounts.
The Nomination Committee comprises all Non-Executive Directors and is chaired by the Chair of the Board, except when considering their own re-election. The Nomination Committee reviews the structure, size and composition of the Board and its Committees, and plays a crucial role in the governance structures of the Company in establishing and maintaining the process for appointing new Board members, ensuring a diverse and skilled leadership team.
The full responsibilities of the Nomination Committee are set out in its latest Terms of Reference. The Terms of Reference are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate, and any relevant updates made accordingly.
To find out more about the activities of the Nomination Committee during the latest financial year, read our Nomination Committee Report in our latest published Annual Report and Accounts.
The Remuneration Committee comprises all Non-Executive Directors, and its role is to determine all aspects of Executive Director pay, ensuring that the remuneration framework both attracts and retains leaders who are appropriately incentivised to deliver the Group’s strategy, aligning with the interests of members and promoting the long-term success of the Company for the benefit of its stakeholders as a whole.
The full responsibilities of the Remuneration Committee are set out in its latest Terms of Reference. The Terms of Reference are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate, and any relevant updates made accordingly.
To find out more about the activities of the Remuneration Committee during the latest financial year and its implementation of the Remuneration Policy, read our Remuneration Committee Report in our latest published Annual Report and Accounts.
You can also find a copy of our latest Remuneration Policy as approved by shareholders here.
The Risk Committee is an Executive Committee, chaired by the Chief Financial Officer. Members include the Chief Executive Officer and all members of the Executive Management Team. Its role is to set the risk appetite, risk tolerance and risk strategy of the Group. It reviews and reports on risk management, principal risks and uncertainties and emerging risks, and oversees and implements internal risk controls and risk management systems.
The full responsibilities of the Risk Committee are set out in its latest Terms of Reference. The Terms of Reference are reviewed each year to ensure they remain appropriate, and any relevant updates made accordingly.
To find out more about the activities of the Risk Committee during the latest financial year, read our Risk Committee Report in our latest published Annual Report and Accounts.
