5 minutes with … Tony Taylor at Etag

2025-09-02T06:00:00

The CEO of the drylining, insulation and M&E solutions distributor on growing the business, the need for a change of approach from the government, his admiration for people who push the boundaries and why he doesn’t have a smartwatchThe

Why did you choose construction as a career?

I never planned to work in the merchant sector; I suppose you could say I fell into it. I have now been in the sector for over 25 years and, although there have been lots of ups and downs during that time, the thing I have always loved most about this industry is the importance placed on relationships. Strong partnerships are what drives the success of any business in a trade environment like ours, and that’s especially true at etag.

Following our 20th anniversary last year, we have implemented an ambitious growth strategy which will further elevate our offering as a complete system solutions provider and see us achieve high-quality outcomes in partnership with our colleagues, clients and suppliers.

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