Who are the ASFP?

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Who are the ASFP?

Founded in 1975, the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is the UK's leading trade association dedicated to the advancement of passive fire protection. Recognising the crucial need for collaboration, we bring together manufacturers, contractors, and certification bodies to set and uphold the highest standards in passive fire protection. The ASFP is committed to serving the needs of our members and the broader passive fire protection industry. We focus on raising standards and improving competence through comprehensive training, rigorous testing, certification, and ensuring quality installation and maintenance practices.

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Meet the ASFP Team

Nathan Hassall

Training Officer
Sam Conway

Head of Marketing
Tazmin Jhutti

Training Executive
Georgina Fennell

Events & Operations Executive
Rebecca Barber

Finance & Membership Executive
David Marah

Competence Specialist
Tariq Malik

Compliance & QA Manager
Paul McSoley

ASFP Consultant
Tony Corcoran

Membership Officer
Niall Rowan

Technical & Regulatory Affairs Officer
Jo O'Neill

Academy Manager
Louis Bradley

Marketing Executive
Kate Milford

Competence Specialist
Adam Shipstone

Head Of Training
Nadine Saxon

Operations Director

Nadine guides strategic decision-making and ensures alignment with the Association’s goals. She manages daily operations, oversees finances, and ensures Association's governance. Nadine fosters stakeholder relationships, mentors the operations team, and implements risk management strategies to protect and advance the Association.
Hannah Mansell

ASFP Consultant
Akim Makumbi

Technical Associate
Michelle Letts

Training Officer
Rebecca Francis-Drummond

Membership Executive
Reece Goodman

Membership Engagement & PR Officer
Mike Ward

Managing Director

As Managing Director of the ASFP, Mike drives the Association's growth by enhancing efficiency, meeting members' needs, and fostering connections within the construction supply chain. With a strong background in sales and marketing, he leverages his expertise to ensure the ASFP remains a key industry player.
Dr Andrew Taylor

Head of Technical

Dr Andrew Taylor leads the ASFP Technical Team, guiding the development of technical guidance, publications, and industry standards. With over 30 years in fire protection coatings, his extensive experience drives the advancement of best practices and the enhancement of industry standards.

The ASFP Executive Board

The Executive Board's primary responsibilities include collaborating with the ASFP Managing Director and Business Manager to establish budgetary and financial goals, oversee legal and constitutional matters, and set performance targets for both the Managing Director and Operations Director. The Executive Board consists of the ASFP Managing Director, ASFP Operations Director, the ASFP Chair, and the ASFP Vice-Chair.

The ASFP Council

The ASFP Council plays a crucial role in advising and guiding the strategic direction of the ASFP, focusing on four key areas: establishing the organisation's vision, mission, and values; setting strategy and structure; delegating responsibilities to management and the Executive Board as appropriate; and ensuring accountability to shareholders while being responsive to relevant stakeholders.

Meet the ASFP Council

Paul Gruszka

Passive Scheme Manager, IFC Certification (Kiwa)

In his role as Scheme Manager for a passive installer team, Paul works closely with installers, managers, and auditors to uphold compliance, improve performance, and support competence areas that align directly with the association’s mission to enhance training, installation quality, and industry practice. Paul brings practical insight, a collaborative approach, and a genuine desire to help shape better standards and support the people delivering fire protection on the ground.
Ian Outram

European Fire-stopping Technology Manager, CPG UK

Ian Outram I have spent 22 years in the and have a very good understanding of Site, Laboratory and User requirements. 16 years with Firetherm and 8 years Nullifire, consistently working the ASFP within TG3, and being a member of both European and British Standard working groups.
Jamie O'Hagan

Vice Chair of ASFP & CEO, Structural Fireproofing Systems

Jamie brings over 30 years of experience in fire protection. Since starting in 1992, Jamie has progressed through various roles, amassing a wealth of expertise across all aspects of the field. His career journey has provided him with a deepunderstanding of both the technical and practical elements of fire protection. Now, in my role as ASFP Vice Chair, I’m committed to supporting the Association through all regulatory changes and more.
Neville White

Commercial Director Fire Protection, Encon Insulation Limited

Neville has been in the PFP Industry since 1980, working for a manufacturer for 40 years and for the last 6 years in distribution. He has continually supported the ASFP at events, AGMs, and I am also on 2 working Groups (Steel & Competence). Neville strongly believes that distribution should have an active role in the council, utilising his knowledge and continued support of the ASFP.
Carrie Blackshaw

Fire Protection Sales Director, Minster

Carrie Blackshaw, a leading authority in fire protection, heads the fire protection division at Minster, overseeing product and solution offerings and enhancing team expertise. With over 15 years in the industry, she has extensive experience in product development, fire testing, and building regulations.
Sharon McClure

Chair of ASFP & Director of Avesta Scotland Ltd

As Chair of the ASFP, I bring over 20 years of experience in passive fire protection and a deep commitment to advancing fire safety standards across the UK. As Co-Founder and Co-Owner of Avesta Scotland Ltd, I’ve dedicated my career to championing best practices and innovation in the built environment. My involvement in multiple construction industry working groups and boards has helped shape policy and drive collaboration across the sector. In this new role, I’m focused on leading the association through a period of significant change, supporting our members, and strengthening our collective voice to ensure a safer future for all.
Rob Wakefield

Fire Certification Lead, ROCKWOOL Limited

With 25+ years across laboratories and manufacturing, Rob is a passionate advocate for driving testing and third-party approvals that underpin our industry. As a current BSI Panel Leader and CEN Convenor (CEN/TC127/WG2), Rob is at the heart of developing the EXAP standards that will soon define UK compliance. As the Approved Document B framework moves exclusively toward EN classified performances in 2029, Rob believes his technical knowledge of European test and classification standards will assist the ASFP Council in navigating this transition, ensuring our members are technically prepared for the withdrawal of national classes and that the ASFP remains the leading authority on the future of fire resistance.
Peter Long

Fire & Certification Director, Optima Systems

Peter is an active individual member of the ASFP and supports Optima Systems’ corporate membership, participating in technical groups and contributing content to the Clear Book. Peter chairs the FIS Partitions, Pods and Doors Working Group and the Fire‑Resistant Glazing Competence Group. He leads a specialist team within Optima Systems, all qualified to IFE Level 3, supporting the business to ensure early project evidence compliance. He also writes and presents CPD material on fire‑resistant glazing aimed at the A&D community and Tier 1 contractors, ensuring the content remains technical rather than sales‑driven.
Moe Elmasry

Technical Manager, Golden Thread Fire Delay

Moe has over 15 years of experience in passive fire protection, currently serving as Technical Manager at Golden Thread Fire Delay. With a BSc in Chemical Engineering, an IFE Level 3 certification in passive fire protection, and a NACE CIP Level 2 coating inspector qualification, he is also pursuing a Level 4 diploma in Fire Safety.
Nick Pickles

PFP Process and Assurance Lead, Laing O’Rourke

He works as a senior member of Laing O’Rourke’s central fire team, providing expertise across major projects. Nick holds an IFE Level 3 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection and a Level 5 Diploma in Fire Engineering Design. Nick is part of an industry-leading team that ensures best practice in fire safety design and installation. Regularly provides technical guidance and supports improved PFP delivery on complex projects.
Liam Keenan

Managing Director & Principal Fire Engineer, Fire Compliance Plus

Liam Keenan brings over 10 years of construction experience, including 6 years specialising in passive fire protection (PFP). His background includes roles as an external PFP consultant, Technical Support, and Technical Manager at a leading PFP company.

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