GBCSA Academy AP Spotlight: Phillip Button

Phillip Button is the Regional Sales Manager at Belgotex. He is a flooring specifications specialist with over 32 years’ experience in both the residential and commercial space.

Phillip is highly skilled in understanding complex flooring profiles and developing solutions for flooring challenges. Over the years he has developed a keen interest in alternative materials to produce products that do not impact on the environment – an interest he mirrors in his own home with rain harvesting, LED lights and an alternative source to the electrical geyser. He enjoys outdoor activities and is a keen outdoor cook that can make a “mean” biltong potjie.

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What do you enjoy the most about your job?

Every day the task at hand or challenge is different. It’s also the people – as humans we all have challenges in life. To work as colleagues but to also support each other is awesome.

Which projects are you most proud of working on?

Industrial Development Corporation.

What set you on your current career path?

Love for design work that is unique.

Who or what have been the strongest influences guiding your professional life?

My wife.

Which has been more valuable in your career, your education or your experience and why?

My experiences. Experiences in life mould us, they are genuine, flawless and true to itself. How I adapt and acknowledge these experiences on my life’s journey is what builds my knowledge.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned in your professional career?

Honesty and integrity.

How has the industry changed since you started?

It has changed significantly from a production point of view, especially with the dawn of COVID which has forced all of us to think and work differently.

What do you think are the changes needed for the industry to reach its sustainability goals?

Each individual person must take ownership and be responsible for managing the waste they generate.

What advice do you have for someone new to the green sustainable built environment sector?

It is hard work but the end result is so fulfilling.