National Timber Group Welcomes Tony Miles, as Non-Executive Director, Bringing Over Four Decades of Industry Experience
National Timber Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Tony Miles as Non-Executive Director.
Tony’s journey in the timber industry began on November 5th, 1979, when he joined as a management trainee with a company that would later become part of Meyer International. Over the next four decades, he worked his way from the ground up — from kiln operator, to sales and product management, through to senior leadership. In 2007, he became Managing Director of International Timber, part of Saint-Gobain, and a decade later, he was appointed CEO of Archwood Group, a privately owned family business.
Reflecting on his career, Tony says:
“I have been fortunate to work across every part of the industry, meeting fantastic people and seeing businesses of all sizes grow. Becoming Managing Director of International Timber and CEO of Archwood are among my proudest moments – but equally rewarding has been watching colleagues develop their own careers and seeing customers flourish into strong business partners.”
What drew Tony to National Timber Group was the strength and heritage of its brands and people.
“Brands and the people behind them are the heart and soul of any group. National Timber Group covers a wide range of sectors within the industry, which is really exciting. My role is to support Mark and the executive team, using the experiences I’ve gained to help the business prepare for future opportunities. The market may be slower than we would like right now, but history tells us it always rebounds – and those who are ready will thrive.”
Tony also highlights future challenges and opportunities, from evolving ESG strategies to the changing buying habits of both large corporates and small independent traders. Throughout his career, he has focused on improving health and safety, strengthening brands, and helping teams set realistic goals while striving to get “a little better every day.”
Mark Dixon, CEO at National Timber Group, commented:
“Tony’s career is an inspiring story of dedication, progression, and leadership. His insight across every level of the timber industry will bring huge value to the Group. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Board.”
