TIM-BR MART Group Merges Buying Shows and Appoints National Director of Business Development
TIM-BR MART Group Merges Buying Shows
April 25, 2014 (Calgary, AB) – In response to dealer input, TIM-BR MART Group is merging the Chalifour Canada Retailer Buying Expo with the TIM-BR MART National Buying Show, scheduled for February 20 & 21, 2015, in Toronto.
The merger of these two events will bring many synergies to customers and vendors who attend both of these events annually. "We believe that the industry – retailers and vendors alike – will welcome the merger of these two events," said Randy Martin, VP Business Development.
In lieu of the Chalifour Expo, the company will be holding a "virtual show" for customers and vendors that will showcase seasonal promotional buys and bookings. The company will release more details about the virtual show as they become available.
TIM-BR MART Group Appoints National Director of Business Development
April 14, 2014 (Calgary, AB) – Effective April 14, Eddie Durocher has been appointed to the role of National Director of Business Development for the TIM-BR MART Group.
In his new role, Durocher will lead the TIM-BR MART Group sales team, developing and implementing strategies and plans to grow its business.
Eddie has more than 25 years experience in national sales, and import and export management roles in the hardware and building materials industry. He has been a member of TIM-BR MART Group’s leadership team for the last four years and was the Quebec Sales Director for the last six months.
Based in Brossard, Quebec, Durocher will be reporting to Randy Martin, Vice President – Business Development.
In operation since 1967, TIM-BR MART Group is the largest buying group for Independents in Canada. It is a member-owned organization serving building material and hardware retailers, commercial dealers and manufacturers. TIM-BR MART Group exists to help Canadian entrepreneurs involved in the sale of building materials and hardware be more profitable.
For more information, contact:
Catherine Brownlow, Communications Manager
TIM-BR MART Group
catherine.brownlow@timbrmart.com
604-598-5474