Boss of workwear manufacturer to chair industry body

The Professional Clothing Industry Association (PCIAW) has announced that Ed Grigg, managing director of Incorporatewear, is to become its new chair, replacing John Miln, who is scheduled to retire in April 2024.

Having been on the PCIAW board since the association was founded in 2018, Ed (pictured) has an unrivalled understanding of the association and its goals to support members and grow the network. Possessing a clear vision for PCIAW®’s future based on generating value for members and creating education and collaborative opportunities for the industry, the new Chairman will leverage his 30 years of experience in textiles and professional clothing to ensure the organisation remains relevant to industry needs.

Ed Grigg – who has been on the PICAW board since the association was founded in 2018 - has worked for numerous key players in the industry, such as Allen & Douglas, Alexandra, and Dimensions, before moving on to Incorporatewear, part of Uniform Workwear Group, where he has been managing director since 2016.

The chairman also plays a key role in steering the direction of the association’s activities, aligning the value proposition with the interests of the collective professional clothing industry

One of Ed’s first duties as chairman will be recruiting new non-executive board directors, as the association is actively looking for members in the footwear industry, professional clothing brands, and international suppliers to join the PCIAW board.

John Miln, retiring chairman, said: “It has been a great privilege to work with the PCIAW® for the past six years, helping to build a new organisation dedicated to advocating for professional clothing, an underrepresented part of the textile industry, to which I have committed six decades of my life.

“It is now time to pass the mantle and for Mr Grigg to take the association to the next level and continue to build its reach and influence around the world. Ed has been a fantastic member of the Board and I believe the association is in safe hands under his leadership.”

Ed said: “It’s a great honour to become the new chairman of PCIAW.

“Having been one of the founding non-executive directors of the association, I have seen the progression and year-on-year improvements in the events and in the membership value over recent years.

“I would like to sincerely thank the outgoing chair John Miln, for his leadership and guidance over the last few years.

“I aim to continue to support the team led by Yvette Ashby and Declan Osborn as we continue on our journey of providing the best possible value for the members and to continue to strive for a louder voice for our amazing industry.”