Martin Stables appointed BMF Board Advisor

The BMF (Builders Merchant Federation) has appointed Martin Stables, CEO of the Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG), as a Board Advisor with effect from 18 September 2024.

Martin joined the Independent Builders Merchant Group as CCO in 2021, following over 20 years in the industry with Saint-Gobain’s Merchanting brands. He was appointed CEO in 2022 and heads a talented management team overseeing one of the most successful merchant groups in southern England, which has seen rapid growth from a combination of M&A, new branch openings, and organic since 2018.

In addition to its board of directors, the BMF may appoint non-voting advisors to strengthen the advice available to it on merchant, supplier, regional or specialist issues.

BMF chairman, Richard Hill said: “The evolving ownership structure in the merchant sector makes it important for the BMF to reflect this in its own board. Therefore, we are delighted to welcome Martin as a Board Advisor. He brings a wealth of experience in this area that will help inform BMF activities as we continue to drive innovation and growth in support of our members.”