(Vancouver, B.C.) Mr. Jeff Booth, President and CEO of BuildDirect, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bernie McSherry to the position of Vice President, Business Development. Mr. McSherry has over 40 years experience in building materials manufacturing, marketing, sales and distribution. His experience includes more than 20 years in senior management positions at MacMillan Bloedel Distribution (General Manager, Canadian Distribution; General Manager, International Panel Board Sales; and Director, National Accounts, North America). Most recently (2001 to 2003), he was President and Chief Executive Officer of CanWel Distribution Ltd. Mr. McSherry holds an Executive MBA from the University of Western Ontario.
About BuildDirect
BuildDirect is the world’s leading online wholesaler of building materials. A new global sales channel for volume shipments, BuildDirect is currently doing business in 20 countries on four continents. The company achieved spectacular growth in 2003.
For more information contact:
Colin Laughlan
Director of Corporate Communications and Public Affairs
BuildDirect
Ste. 1900 - 570 Granville Street
Vancouver, B.C.
Canada V6C 3P1
Phone: (604) 662-8100
Fax: (604) 662-8142
