15/06/2026
We are excited to share the Royal Honour awarded to our Chairman, Gary Stevens.
Focus SB Chairman, Gary Stevens, receives an MBE.
We are so proud to announce that our Chairman, Gary Stevens, has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in The King’s Birthday 2026 Honours List for his outstanding contributions to Manufacturing, International Trade, and Apprenticeships. This prestigious recognition is a testament to Gary’s unwavering dedication to UK manufacturing and his passion for nurturing young talent through apprenticeships.
Formerly our Managing Director for a decade before he accepted the role of Chairman in January of this year, Gary is delighted to be recognised for this outstanding achievement. All of us at Focus SB extend our hearty congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.
Reflecting on the honour, Gary shared: "I’m incredibly proud to receive this recognition, not just for myself but for UK manufacturing and the next generation of talent in our industry. Coming from a working-class background in Birmingham, my journey has been one of hard work, resilience, and a deep commitment to British industry. During my time as MD, I introduced an apprenticeship scheme that has seen more than one young person join Focus SB per year. Apprenticeships, manufacturing and UK Plc have always been very close to my heart. I hope that my story motivates more young people from ordinary backgrounds to follow the same path and keep British manufacturing at the forefront for many years to come.”
From all of us at Focus SB, congratulations, Gary!
Read the full press release and Gary’s comments on the news section of our website 🔗https://www.focus-sb.co.uk/news/gary-stevens-mbe
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