About Us

Governance

EDA’s strategy and policies are determined by the Board of Management.  The Association is managed by a small team based in Tunbridge Wells.

Board of Management

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Martin Whitby

Martin is President and Chairman of the Board.  He also is responsible for Learning and Development.

  • Marketing and Purchasing Director
  • Rexel Senate

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Simon Barkes

Simon is EDA’s delegate to the European Union of Electrical Wholesalers.

  • Managing Director
  • BEMCO

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Ray Evans

Ray is responsible for EDA events.

  • Director
  • Stearn Electric

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Dean Henry

Dean is responsible for membership.

  • Managing Director
  • Eldis Electric

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Stuart Morrison

Stuart is responsible for membership services.

  • Managing Director
  • Western Electrical

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Bob Robertson

Bob is responsible for EDA’s communication.

  • Joint Managing Director
  • R & B Star (Electrical Wholesalers)

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Ray Smith

Ray is responsible for organising Business Forums.

  • Director – Supplier Relations
  • Edmundson Electrical

David Purdon

  • Managing Director
  • Wilts Wholesale Electrical

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Brian Smithers

Brian is responsible for manufacturer affiliation.

  • Managing Director
  • W.F. Electrical

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Nigel Ellis

  • Director
  • Electrical Distributors Association