JAMES Parlour has been promoted to the role of technical director at the Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS).
The organisation said the move recognises James’s ‘exceptional contribution’ to the business and ‘pivotal role’ in shaping technical innovation and operational excellence within the team.
James joined the association five years ago. As head of technical, he led projects including driving best practice and advocacy for proportionality in contractor organisational capability, the Shine a Light campaign highlighting bad snagging practices, and a volume of new guidance across all core disciplines.
In his new role, James will be responsible for shaping, guiding, and delivering the FIS’ technical strategy. He will act as the technical voice of FIS – advising members, influencing policy, leading standards development, and strengthening the association’s position as a trusted industry authority.
FIS president Ian Strangward said, “As an FIS specialist subcontractor member, it’s encouraging to see technical expertise recognised at this level. Technical leadership sits at the heart of our sector’s progress, and this signals that FIS continues to prioritise its commitment to integrity and delivering value to every member and partner we serve.
“James is exceptionally well positioned to guide our technical team into its next chapter of growth. His leadership will not only sustain the momentum we’ve built but also open new opportunities for advancement and excellence across the organisation.”
James Parlour commented, “It’s been a joy to contribute to the legacy of positive change that the FIS has led in this industry over the last five years. My own technical development is owed to the inclusive network of support offered by FIS under previous technical director Joe Cilia, and to step into his shoes and represent the sector going forward is the great privilege of my career.”
