John Agnew, CEO, GGF Group has retired from the role.

John joined the GGF as President in 2017, becoming its managing director in early 2020 before stepping into his current position as CEO, in July last year.

His appointment to the GGF followed a distinguished career in the glass industry spanning more than four decades. This encompassed a series of senior management and accountancy roles including general management and directorships at Toughglass and Independent Glass.

Commenting, John said he had full confidence in the GGF Group board and EMG to move the GGF Group forward into an exciting new phase of delivery.

He said: “It has been an honour and a privilege to lead the GGF Group over the past six years. Working alongside so many dedicated colleagues, members and partners has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career.

“I am very proud of what we have achieved together the role the group continues to play in supporting and advancing the glazing industry.

“As I step back, I do so with full confidence in the board, the EMG, and the talented people across the group to carry forward our strategy and build on a very strong foundation.”

The GGF Group board and EMG are actively engaged in a recruitment process, with an expectation to make an announcement on a new appointment shortly.

Corey Smalley, group chair, GGF Group said that John had made an important contribution to shaping to laying the foundations for a new phase in the GGF’s strategy.

He said: “John has served the GGF Group with great dedication and commitment for over eight years, leading us through significant phases of change and growth.

“With over 40 years of service to the glazing industry, John’s contribution cannot be understated and I know his industry colleagues and friends, will want to join me in thanking him sincerely for his passion, service and leadership across these years. He will be greatly missed.”