Shea Robinson Now President of B. A. Robinson Co. Ltd.

Shea Robinson Now President of B. A. Robinson Co. Ltd.

August 14, 2016

Shea Robinson, previously B. A. Robinson Co. Ltd.’s Executive Vice President and General Manager, has been appointed President. 

B. A. Robinson Co. Ltd. is a diversified distributor of plumbing, lighting and electrical products to the construction industry and retail home improvement market in Western Canada, operating from over 20 distribution warehouses and showrooms in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Northwest Ontario.

“In my 39 years as President,” says Ross Robinson, “I have had a lot of fun, and I look forward to continuing to be involved as Chairman of the Board.” 

“I’m very excited about this new role and responsibility,” says Shea. “Our family objective is to see long-term company growth, and we will continue to invest in the development of our teams and branch locations. We will also encourage the entrepreneurial spirit and positive, “can do” attitudes of our teams that have been core to our success.” 

B. A. Robinson has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 12th consecutive year.

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