Classic Fire + Life Safety has announced the appointment of David Budd as Vice-President of Strategic Sales and Business Development.
The company said Budd will drive expansion efforts and strengthen its market position across Canada.
According to Classic Fire + Life Safety, Budd brings more than 14 years of sales and business development experience in the fire protection and security sectors.
His previous roles focused on developing and executing sales strategies that achieved revenue targets, increased market share and supported growth in Canadian markets.
Mike Farren, Chief Executive Officer of Classic Fire + Life Safety, said: “David’s expertise will be key in advancing our business development efforts and expanding our reach.
“His proven track record in driving sales growth and building strategic partnerships in the fire and life safety industry aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering high-quality, value-driven solutions to our clients.”
Budd said: “I am thrilled to join Classic Fire + Life Safety, a company renowned for its dedication to excellence in fire protection and life safety.
“I look forward to leveraging my experience to contribute to the team’s success and help the organisation achieve the highest standards of safety.”
Classic Fire + Life Safety said Budd’s appointment marks one of three executive leadership changes this year.
The company stated that it remains the contractor of choice in Canada for the installation, inspection and servicing of fire and life safety systems and equipment.
It added that its teams provide complete solutions to maintain compliance and ensure life safety in facilities of varying scale across Canada.
Budd’s appointment reinforces the ongoing professionalisation of fire protection and life safety management in Canada.
Sales and business development roles at this level directly influence how system suppliers, installers and contractors coordinate nationwide compliance services.
For procurement and engineering teams, consistent leadership investment in companies like Classic Fire + Life Safety may strengthen delivery standards and support large-scale projects requiring unified service coverage.
For fire safety officers and facility managers, the company’s focus on strategic growth under experienced leadership indicates continuing demand for integrated inspection and maintenance programmes across diverse facility types.
