Set to be announced at its forthcoming Annual Members Conference, the Builders Merchants Federation has announced nominations for three awards that recognise people in BMF member companies who are “making an exceptional contribution to the building materials sector.”
Together, the three Awards – Young Merchant Achiever, Young Supplier/Service Achiever and Marketing Excellence – acknowledge and reward individuals working across the building materials sector whose ideas and actions have a significant impact on their business.
The shortlisted nominees for 2026 are:
Young Merchant Achiever
sponsored by Specialist Driver Resourcing & Mannok
Daniel Broadhead, Tippers
Elliot Young, Lawsons (Whetstone)
Matthew Byiers, Newline Building Products
Sam Beach, NMBS
Young Supplier & Service Achiever
sponsored by IoBM
Costas Marcou, Ethan Mason Paving
Kasey Barnes, E Tupling
Rachel Davies, Velux
Sam Taylor-Bould, Epicor
Marketing Excellence Award
sponsored by CMDi and Worshipful Company of Marketors (WCoM)
Joanna Morfield, Southern Sheeting
Lana Templeton, Murdock Builders Merchants
Rebecca Fortescue-Halliwell, ForgeFix
Tammy Tidmarsh, Long Rake Spar
BMF CEO, John Newcomb commented: “It is often said that building materials is a people business, which is why it is important to recognise outstanding individuals for their commitment, innovation and achievements that contribute to the success of their respective businesses. I am delighted that the BMF can play its part in celebrating those who are making such a positive impact in our sector.”
The winners will be revealed at the annual BMF Members Awards Dinner on 17 September at the Belfry Hotel and Resort.
Members can find more information and book their place at the BMF Conference and Awards at https://tinyurl.com/yvtmvpmc
