The British Institute of Fitted Interiors Specialists (BIFIS) has appointed Malcolm Scott (pictured) as its new director of strategic partnerships.
Malcolm joins the organisation following a long and highly regarded career within the fitted interiors sector, further strengthening his standing as one of the industry’s most respected figures.
His career began with a management apprenticeship at Plumb Centre, giving him hands-on experience and a strong grounding in the sector from an early stage. He went on to become general manager at Waterline, before taking on the role of commercial director at Swift Electrical, a position he held from 1998 until 2022.
Alongside his commercial roles, Malcolm has played a significant part in industry representation. In 2008, he was elected corporate chairperson of the Kitchen and Bathroom Specialists Association (KBSA), a voluntary role he held for 14 years. In 2022, he moved into the full-time position of retail & corporate membership director at the KBSA, departing in December 2025 after contributing to a period of notable growth for the association.
In his new role at BIFIS, Malcolm will be responsible for developing the institute’s partnership model, supporting local, regional and national retailers in delivering robust installation propositions. He will also focus on expanding BIFIS’s established network of national and international advocate (corporate) brands that share the organisation’s vision for installation excellence.
Welcoming him to the organisation, Damian Walters, BIFIS chief executive, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Malcolm to the BIFIS team at such an exciting time for the organisation. His wealth of experience, industry knowledge, and passion for building meaningful partnerships align perfectly with our ambition to drive innovation and set new standards within the fitted interiors sector. I am confident Malcolm will play a crucial role in accelerating our growth and delivering even greater value to our retail partners and corporate advocates.”
Commenting on his appointment, Malcolm added: “I am honoured to join BIFIS as director of strategic partnerships. The organisation’s commitment to installed excellence and its dynamic vision for the future are genuinely inspiring and was key in my decision to join BIFIS. I very much look forward to working closely with the team, our partners and advocates, and indeed the wider industry to develop initiatives that deliver real impact and help shape the future of fitted interiors.”
For more information about partnering with BIFIS, visit www.bifis.org or call 01375 213 199.