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Simon Acres Group and Bathroom Association to Collaborate on Industry Support Initiatives

Specialist recruitment consultancy and online training provider, Simon Acres Group Limited is to collaborate with the Bathroom Association, the UK’s most influential community dedicated to the bathroom industry.

The two organisations will work together to support the wider industry, exploring opportunities to help Bathroom Association members and encourage the growth of apprenticeships. By drawing on their networks, Simon Acres Group and the Association will create pathways for shared learning, broader engagement, and stronger representation across the sector.

To mark this collaboration, Daphne Doody-Green, CEO of the Bathroom Association, recently visited Simon Acres Group’s headquarters to record a podcast outlining key industry initiatives. The episode explores the Association’s upcoming conference, membership growth, and the frameworks required to encourage progress and professional standards across the trade

In addition, Simon Acres, Managing Director of Simon Acres Group, will participate in the Big Debate at the Bathroom Association Annual Connect Conference, focusing on skills for the future. Held on 8th October 2026 at the Grand Hotel in Birmingham, the conference is set to be a pivotal event, bringing together leading voices to address current challenges and opportunities within the sector under the theme ‘Stronger Together’. Simon’s contributions to the Big Debate will focus on the ongoing skills gap and practical solutions to address workforce shortages.

Furthermore, Daphne Doody-Green will contribute to the KBB Futures roundtable, hosted by Simon Acres Group at InstallerSHOW on 24th June 2026. Daphne’s participation will focus on forward-thinking strategies, innovation and the evolving needs of the industry.

Simon Acres, Managing Director, Simon Acres Group, comments: “We are delighted to be collaborating with the Bathroom Association, an organisation that shares our determination of raising standards and strengthening the future of the industry. It was wonderful to sit down with Daphne for the latest episode in our podcast series and delve into upcoming plans. We’re also thrilled to have Daphne join our second KBB Futures event.  Daphne will be an excellent addition to the roundtable, bringing fresh energy, insight and practical solutions to some of the biggest challenges facing our sector.”

Daphne Doody-Green, CEO, Bathroom Association: “Our collaboration represents a positive step for the Bathroom Association and our members. Their expertise offers a valuable resource for those looking to tackle skills shortages and build stronger teams. We look forward to exploring these opportunities together.”

The Simon Acres Group podcast with Daphne Doody-Green is available here.

For further information on Simon Acres Group, please call the team on 0203 701 6660, email info@simonacres.co.uk or visit www.simonacres.co.uk.

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1. Simon Acres and Daphne Doody-Green

About Simon Acres Group Limited:
Simon Acres Group is a specialist KBB and construction recruitment consultancy that strives to make a positive impact by nurturing talent and providing a one-stop solution of comprehensive services for businesses. In 2024, Simon Acres Group acquired Oval Deene Recruitment to strengthen its specialist recruitment services. Beyond this, the group provides accredited online training courses to help businesses thrive, as well as media production, web development and other services to support businesses. Using its experience, knowledge and the diversity of its teams’ skills, Simon Acres Group Limited can add value in recruitment, training and digital media to KBB or merchant companies, offering a range of solutions that support business growth.

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Tel: 01536 414555
Email: isabelle@jmmpr.co.uk

31st March 2026

About jmm PR:
jmm PR is an award-winning kitchens and bathrooms PR agency that offers a range of bespoke and innovative marketing services that can make a real difference to your business.

With decades of experience and proven success in raising the profiles and awareness of brands and businesses, jmm PR has extensive public relations and commercial knowledge, which can effectively contribute to the growth of your business. In addition, services include writing press releases, proof reading and copywriting, plus campaign and event support, social media and influencer planning and marketing.

jmm PR offers solutions for businesses of all sizes, including PR packages designed to support SMEs in addition to annual press office management to complement marketing plans of larger organisations.

For more information, please visit the website www.jmmpr.co.uk or contact the team on 01536 414555 or contact@jmmpr.co.uk

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