11 January 2008
Building Research Chief Executive To Resign
Dr Sunil Vather, Chief Executive of Building Research Association, today announced he will be stepping down from his
leadership role after 2½ successful years. His resignation is effective 31 March 2008, and came as a surprise to the
Board.
Dr Vather has guided the Building Research organisation through a period of considerable change and development. His
extensive background in academic science, business development and organisational management, have been strong assets in
this process. Amongst his significant contributions were his role, with his team, in the establishment of Greenbuild
Ltd, the Structural Timber Research Company, support of noteworthy conferences and linkages with best practices amongst
international organisations.
He has also provided Building Research with greater transparency and accountability through a robust process of
allocating and leveraging the $10 million industry levy with BRANZ, and through a number of significant alliances.
Dr Vather said, “I leave with confidence in the ability of Building Research to continue to grow from strength to
strength. I am now looking forward to engaging with further leadership challenges.”
Board Chairman Graham Coe said, “Sunil has contributed significantly to the strategic development of Building Research
over the past 2½ years whilst the organisation has gone through a major phase of realignment. His commitment and his
integrity have been outstanding. Sunil is able to leave knowing that his efforts have led to increased stabilisation
within the industry and an enhanced focus on the importance of the public good.”
“The Board of Directors is confident that Dr Vather will continue to achieve ongoing success in future leadership roles
and wish him well for the future,” Mr Coe said.
ENDS