Decormax Limited Managing Director Luke Johnson is embarking on a major fundraising initiative in support of ANDYSMANCLUB, the national men’s mental health charity working to reduce stigma and create safe, judgement-free spaces for men to talk.
The campaign holds huge personal significance for Luke, who is passionate about championing mental health and encouraging open conversations across his male-dominated industry and his wider community.
Founded to provide free-to-attend peer support groups for men across the UK, ANDYSMANCLUB has grown rapidly in recent years, helping thousands of men access vital support every week. Luke’s fundraising will contribute directly to the charity’s ongoing expansion, enabling more groups to open and more men to access life-changing help.
Luke Johnson said:
“Last year I raised £3500 at the London Marathon for Wakefield Hospice, and this year I wanted to give back more – I have personal experience of ANDYSMANCLUB, they have helped me personally through challenging times and the fundraising target is £25k.
“Mental health affects every family, every workplace, and every community. ANDYSMANCLUB is doing incredible work to break down barriers and offer support when people need it most. I wanted to do something meaningful that helps raise awareness and funds for a cause that genuinely changes lives.
“Being the MD of Decormax Limited puts me at the centre of a male-orientated industry that is challenged with uncertainty, where the words “I’m struggling” are often replaced with “I’m fine, mate.” On top of that, our industry is facing some of the toughest conditions in years, some firms have gone into administration. The industry should be a more open and approachable place.
“I’m running this marathon as a team of 34 in memory of a friend who sadly took his own life a year ago. I will be wearing a shirt with his image on to commemorate him, and to raise awareness and funds for a charity that gives men a lifeline when everything else feels like it’s cracking around them. The driving force is to make a song and dance about ANDYSMANCLUB and even one person in our industry sees this, reaches out for support and goes to a group I’ll think I’ve succeeded.”
Lucas Whitehead of ANDYSMANCLUB added, “75% of men who take their own life don’t engage with a support service before they do so, not enough men do. Men need to open up more.
“Personal stories like this are so important, people find it relatable and it encourages other people to come forward. There are loads of reasons people struggle, from financial strain, work life, home life – it’s good to talk if you need help.”
The initiative comes during a landmark year for Decormax, as the company celebrates 25 years of supplying premium decorative surfaces to the trade. While continuing to invest in new product ranges, an expanded fleet, and enhanced nationwide distribution, the team is equally committed to supporting causes that make a real difference to people’s wellbeing.
Eric Johnson, Founder of Decormax, added:
“We’re incredibly proud of Luke – not just for leading the business into its next chapter, but for using his platform to support such an important charity. Mental health matters, and we’re pleased to stand alongside him in raising both funds and awareness.”
As part of the fundraising campaign, Decormax will share updates across its networks, encouraging industry partners, suppliers, and customers to get involved and help amplify the message that #ItsOkayToTalk.
Decormax Limited are distributors of Premium Decorative Surfaces from leading brands such as Egger, Wilsonart, Carysil & Kronospan. We provide our customers with high-quality, innovative solutions all in one place.
To support Luke’s fundraising or find out more, see here: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/luke-johnson Learn more about the charity at www.andysmanclub.co.uk
