Voting Closes Thursday - Support Ben Parkhill for the FPA Australia Board

At FlameStop, we are proud to announce that our General Manager, Ben Parkhill, has been nominated for the FPA Australia Board.

With over 22 years of experience in the fire protection industry, Ben has been a dedicated leader at FlameStop, overseeing 14 distribution centres across Australia and New Zealand. His hands-on approach has provided him with a unique understanding of the challenges fire companies face daily, and now he is ready to take that knowledge to the board level to drive meaningful, industry-wide improvements.

Why Ben Parkhill is the Right Choice

Ben’s passion for the fire protection industry extends beyond his day-to-day leadership at FlameStop. He has been an active member of multiple FPA Australia Technical Advisory Committees, including TAC 3 for over a decade and more recently TAC 1, contributing to key decisions on industry standards and regulations. His vision for the future of the fire industry includes:

• Ensuring Every Voice is Heard: FPA Australia is a membership-based organisation, and Ben is 100% focused on advocating for its members. Whether representing small service businesses or large multinationals, he is committed to ensuring the board’s decisions reflect the realities fire companies face every day. Every vote counts, and now is the time for companies, big and small, to rally together and cast their votes for someone who truly understands their needs.
• Bringing More Value to FPA Members: Ben’s focus is on delivering tangible benefits to all members, ensuring that businesses in the fire protection sector receive more value from their membership through practical solutions and industry-wide initiatives.
• Addressing Membership Cost Pressures:  Ben is committed to advocating for reducing the financial pressures of membership, helping businesses receive more support without extra burden.
• Driving Meaningful Change: Ben’s goal is to foster long-term success for the fire industry, ensuring it remains professional, sustainable, and supportive for businesses of all sizes.

Why Your Vote Matters More Than Ever

The fire protection industry is vast, covering areas like engineering, consultancy, specification, manufacturing, government, installation, and maintenance. Each of these sectors plays a crucial role in the safety and protection of our communities. Now, more than ever, it is essential for companies to unite and ensure they are represented by someone who understands their unique challenges and priorities.

Ben Parkhill is that representative. With years of hands-on experience working closely with fire industry professionals, he is in the best position to advocate for their interests and drive changes that directly impact their businesses. This election is your opportunity to ensure the board reflects the needs of the people who keep fire protection systems operating safely and efficiently.

A Vote for Ben is a Vote for the Future

Ben’s nomination is a reflection of his commitment to the industry, and if elected to the FPA Australia Board, he will work tirelessly to push for changes that benefit the entire fire protection community. Whether your company is large or small, your vote carries the same power, and together we can make a real difference in the future of the fire industry.

How You Can Help

The primary contact for your company should have already received the voting link from VERO Voting. If you’re the primary contact at your company, we encourage you to cast your vote and support Ben’s candidacy. If you’re not the primary contact, please forward this information to the appropriate person in your team.

There’s still time to get your vote in – voting closes on Thursday 17th of October, so make sure your voice is heard before the deadline. Every vote helps ensure our industry is well represented.

Let’s come together as an industry to support a leader who truly understands the challenges we face and is ready to make a difference.