Lisa Ashworth has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer for BSRIA
Ashworth takes up her position on the 1st of June 2024, following an induction period.
Lisa Ashworth commented, “I’m excited to join a business that is already pivotal to the industry it supports and equally well positioned to grow further in the knowledge, data, and information market.
“Data is a vital raw material for the sustainability agenda of the construction sector and will play a crucial role in closing the performance gap and creating better buildings.
“As the built environment gears toward a greener future, our resources will be foundational for helping organisations achieve their digitisation and decarbonisation goals, creating a practical pathway to Net Zero and beyond.”
“As BSRIA looks ahead to further innovation and expansion, I’m looking forward to working alongside our customer-focused, vibrant teams to advance our research ambitions and drive commercial growth.”
Ashworth’s experience makes her an ideal Chief Executive Officer for BSRIA
Ashworth joins BSRIA with a wealth of experience in leading technology-based data and information businesses such as the Financial Times, PR Newswire, Frost and Sullivan, and Reevoo/Feefo.
She has a successful track record of growing businesses across diverse sectors and in setting up and expanding businesses internationally.
Chris Harty, Chairman of BSRIA, says, “Lisa brings a wealth of experience and new energy. Not only has she spent her career in the data, information, and research arena, but her strong track record includes scaling commercial operations internationally. Her experience makes her an ideal leader for BSRIA as it embarks on its next phase of development.
“Her leadership style is open, collaborative, and people-centric and aligns seamlessly with BSRIA’s organisational ethos. Committed to fostering a cohesive and dynamic work environment, I am confident she is the perfect person to take BSRIA into its exciting new chapter.”