(Vancouver, B.C.) – Jeff Booth, President and CEO of BuildDirect, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Davidson as Vice President of Marketing. In his new role, Rob will be responsible for BuildDirect’s marketing worldwide.

“Rob is a real pioneer in the direct marketing field,” says Booth. “His sophisticated understanding of marketing and his experience in supporting rapid growth are a perfect fit for our business. Having come from a background in direct marketing Rob knows the importance of measurable results, something which is an important part of the culture here at BuildDirect. We’re excited to have Rob on our team.”

Rob brings more than 18 years in direct marketing experience to BuildDirect. One of Canada’s top direct marketers, Rob’s combined strategic planning, creative and management skills have been instrumental in the development of a number of highly successful, international campaigns.

Rob joins BuildDirect as the former managing director of Blitz Direct Vancouver, Western Canada’s fastest growing direct marketing agency. Under his leadership, Blitz saw revenues grow over 500% in a six-year period and won many industry awards.

In 2002, Business in Vancouver, British Columbia’s leading business newspaper named Rob to its top “40 under 40” list recognizing the province’s premier young business leaders.

About BuildDirect

Founded in 1999, BuildDirect has quickly become one of the world’s leading online sellers of building materials. A new global channel for volume shipments, BuildDirect is currently doing business in 60 countries on six continents. See www.BuildDirect.com

For more information, please contact:

David Brodie
Optimum Public Relations
Phone: (604) 647-2911
Fax: (604) 662-8142
Email:david.brodie@cossette.com