Agency53, the specialist marketing and business development agency serving the building materials sector, has appointed Rebecca Hughes in a part‑time strategic role designed to support customers with their marketing, enhance the agency’s account management capability, and drive Agency53’s own business development as its client base continues to grow.
Rebecca brings more than 14 years of senior experience within the supplier to merchant market, having held leadership positions at Talasey Ltd, SIG UK and Heras. Her career includes delivering major rebrands, securing buying group partnerships, leading national PR and advertising campaigns, and driving multimillion‑pound revenue growth through commercially aligned marketing and customer‑focused programmes.
Recognised as the Builders Merchant Journal’s Industry Personality of the Year 2024, Rebecca is widely known across the sector for her relationship building, industry advocacy, and ability to connect strategic marketing with on the ground commercial delivery. Her strong network and reputation as a trusted industry voice further strengthen Agency 53’s specialist position in the market.
Agency53 Marketing Director, Jamie Pierce, commented: “Rebecca’s appointment marks a significant step in strengthening our long-term strategic capability. Her deep understanding of the merchant landscape, combined with her proven track record in brand building and revenue generation, brings exceptional value to our clients and to the future direction of the business.”
Rebecca added: “I’m thrilled to be joining Agency53, which has a strong reputation within the building materials sector, and I’m looking forward to supporting clients with commercially aligned marketing, and the Agency with relationship‑driven growth.”
This appointment reflects Agency53’s continued commitment to providing specialist, sector‑specific expertise to Builders Merchants, Suppliers, Manufacturers and Service Providers operating within the construction and building materials industry.
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For media enquiries contact Jamie Pierce @ Jamie@agency53.co.uk or call 0204 534 2545.




