Many in the industry will already be familiar with John in his previous role of Head of Agricultural Sectors Team at Defra. He brings over 40 years’ experience in the agri-food industry both as a UK civil servant and in the private sector as an adviser to governments in over 20 European countries, alongside, a proven track record of working with and as an adviser to government and regulatory decision makers. 

David’s technical, operational and regulatory background has been built working for companies throughout the food supply chain including, Tesco, Whitbread and Foyle Food Group. This has given him a uniquely varied perspective on the British meat industry and its place in the wider economy.

His role at BMPA has further increased that perspective through his close involvement with Government departments, regulators and other trade bodies as he heads-up key research projects and consultations.

Peter has worked in the international meat sector for 40 years. He has wide experience in meat production and processing as well as international trade including exports and policy.

Throughout his career he has built up a large network of connections across multiple overseas markets and has established himself as one of the UK’s leading experts in both domestic and international trade. He is a dedicated internationalist and speaks five languages.

Peter’s experience and deep knowledge of the meat industry along with his lucid and diplomatic approach are vital in helping BMPA members to navigate the choppy waters of Brexit and make sense of the new trading conditions once we leave the EU.

Lucas joined BMPA in 2022 as Sustainability Manager having previously worked at Whitbread Plc for 24 years in a variety of senior food procurement roles including four years as Group Food and Beverage Policy Manager.

Nan has grown up in the red meat industry, coming from a family of butchers stretching back five generations. She graduated from Harper Adams University in Food Nutrition and Well-being and spent two years working in the technical operations team at Dunbia before joining BMPA.