(Vancouver, B.C.) Robert Banks, co-founder and Executive Vice President of Vancouver-based BuildDirect.com Technologies Inc., has been chosen for the Quantum Shift 2006 program, BuildDirect announced today.
Quantum Shift is an exclusive invitation-only leadership program for Canada’s most promising entrepreneurs. Founded by KPMG Enterprise™ and the Richard Ivey School of Business at the University of Western Ontario, Quantum Shift uses Ivey’s highly regarded case study method and award-winning faculty to help take the skills and talents of these entrepreneurs to the next level of success.
“Being chosen for such a prestigious program is a real honour,” said Banks, who is one of 37 entrepreneurs from across Canada selected for Quantum Shift 2006. “This intense program is highly regarded for the growth experience it provides, and as a western Canadian participant I am also looking forward to networking and sharing ideas with business leaders from other parts of Canada.”
Graduates of the program become a Fellow of Quantum Shift and will become part of an exceptional business support network.
The program will be held May 7 to 12, 2006, at the Spencer Conference Centre in London, Ontario.
For more Information about Quantum Shift visit www.quantumshift.ca
About BuildDirect
Founded in 1999, BuildDirect has quickly become the world’s leading online wholesaler of building materials. A new global channel for volume shipments, BuildDirect is currently doing business in 40 countries on six continents. The company maintains its corporate headquarters, technology center, and customer support services in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. BuildDirect is a private company. See www.BuildDirect.com
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
