SEAN COLLINS - MANAGING DIRECTOR

Sean started work in the stone industry in 1987 and served his apprenticeship at the much respected London masons J Bysouth Ltd, serving a four year apprenticeship followed by three years as a draughtsman, with the third year as Drawing Office Manager. During this time he worked on many prestigious buildings, including Buckingham Palace, St James Palace, Windsor Castle and The Houses of Parliament.

In 1994 he started as Workshop Manager for Boden and Ward Ltd and in 1999 became Managing Director of Boden and Ward Stonemasons Ltd. Since 1999, Boden and Ward have trained 22 apprentices, 6 of which were French apprentices undertaking a one year placement. Sean is a technical Advisor judge for the Natural Stone Awards run by the Stone Federation Great Britain as well as being a judge for the UK Masonry Skills Challenge and the Apprentice of the Year Competitions.

SEAN COLLINS - MASTER CRAFTSMEN AWARD BY THE WORSHIPFUL COMPNAY OF MASONS IN LONDON

Sean has been awarded the prestigious Master Craftsmen Certificate by the Worshipful Company of Masons, London. This is awarded in recognition of someone who has studied and been trained in the art and science of stonemasonry at the highest level, contributing considerably towards the future of the trade.

“For all the work I have completed in masonry to date, I am most proud of the training of all our apprentices and for being a stepping stone for their contribution to the trade”.

ALEX WARD AND ALLY SAUNDERS - ADMIN TEAM

Alex has been involved with Boden and Ward since its inception over 40 years ago. She is now semi retired and stepping into her shoes to handle the day to day workings of the office is Ally Saunders.   She is responsible for accounts, vat, pensions, sub-contractor payments, payroll, health and safety, training, environmental, personnel and marketing.

BEN RICHARDS - DIRECTOR

Ben joined us originally in August 2004.  He initially came to us from Campion School, Bugbrooke for his school work experience week.  Sean was so impressed with his ability and attitude he said to Ben that if he wanted a job when he leaves school, please contact us.  This he subsequently did and he completed his NVQ Level 3 with Bath College along with three other apprentices from Boden and Ward.

He soon showed exceptional promise both in the workshop and on site fixing.  He was promoted to workshop manager in 2010 and gained a lot of technical knowledge whilst working alongside very experienced masons during this time.

Ben has now been our Production Manager for some considerable amount of years and is now a Director and shareholder and we are very pleased that he has come on board and look forward to a long, successful working relationship with him.