After more than 20 years with ARDEX and over 10 years with BAL, Peter Bell, managing director, is passing on the baton to his deputy, David Hackett.
Bell has enjoyed a “stellar” career with the ARDEX Group, it says, underpinned by his leadership of the two UK businesses. He also holds a group steering position as an ARDEX global management committee member as well as roles on various group boards, including India, Ireland, and the Middle East. He will retain these roles until the end of 2023.
From 1 July 2023, David Hackett will take on the position of UK managing director.
Born in Sydney Australia, Hackett’s career with the ARDEX Group began after the acquisition of Australian Building Adhesives (ABA) along with its sister company BAL in 2001.
His career path took him to ARDEX Head Office in Germany where he took on Corporate Unit responsibility of global marketing for the ARDEX Group. Working on global brand strategy and the introduction of the ARDEX Academy concept around the world were reportedly highlights of this time.
In 2016, Hackett became general manager at Building Adhesives, overseeing all functions in the Stoke business. Alongside his peers in the UK leadership team, David has successfully steered the BAL ship for the last six years. The alignment of the ARDEX and BAL commercial teams in 2021 has paved the way for a more potent market reach model, the companies say, and further consolidates the UK management’s “one-team” approach.
Peter Bell said: “As part of passing the baton to David, we expect our UK businesses to continue to thrive under his leadership. His commitment to our people, our customers and our strategic vision make him a great choice to lead our talented team into the future. I am confident that ARDEX & BAL will continue to succeed and achieve new milestones under his leadership.”
Hackett said: “I am excited and honoured to be stepping into the role of managing director and look forward to building on Peter’s impressive legacy. ARDEX UK & BAL have a fantastic culture, a tremendous team, and an unparalleled enthusiasm for making a difference. We do this through outstanding products, expert advice and excellent customer service.
“I am excited and honoured to be stepping into the role of managing director and look forward to building on Peter’s impressive legacy. ARDEX UK & BAL have a fantastic culture, a tremendous team, and an unparalleled enthusiasm for making a difference. We do this through outstanding products, expert advice and excellent customer service.”
Hackett’s appointment as MD represents a natural progression in his career, the company says. He brings experience including tile retailing in Australia, corporate marketing roles in Germany and manufacturing expertise in the UK along with board member responsibilities with The Tile Association (TTA). He also brings a “dedication to firm growth by delivering on the ARDEX and BAL commitment to its people, customers, and community,” the group says.
Peter Bell will continue with his ARDEX Group responsibilities throughout the remainder of 2023.
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