September 2020
Sep
30
Lowe’s Canada launches hiring push in Quebec
The home improvement retailer is looking to fill more than 600 positions at Rona and Reno-Depot stores.
Sep
28
Simpson Strong-Tie VP of Engineering recognized
As Vice President of Engineering for Simpson Strong-Tie, Annie Kao is responsible for engineering strategy, management, and innovation across all product lines.
Sep
25
Rev-A-Shelf names new West Coast sales representative
Steve Orr will cover Southern California for Rev-A-Shelf.
Sep
24
Diamond Vogel's color of the year
The color of the year, according to the Iowa-based supplier, is 'dreaming of the day.'
Sep
23
Lumber Liquidators appoints new SVP, legal counsel
Alice Givens previously served as SVP, general counsel, chief compliance officer and secretary of Ruth’s Hospitality Group.
Sep
23
House looks to avoid government shutdown
The legislation will fund the federal government at current levels through Dec. 11.
Sep
22
Fortune Brands executive chairman retiring
Former CEO Christoper Klein will step down at the end of the year.
Sep
22
Roseburg announces promotions and appointments
Matthew Sally named supply chain and logistics manager for eastern region and Kara Herron appointed as strategic marketing manager.
Sep
21
Tando expands pro channel sales team
David "Alex" Catron joins as a sales development specialist covering parts of New England.
Sep
18
Tractor Supply and Home Depot make ‘best employers for new graduates’ list
Put together by Forbes, the list was created from a survey of 20,000 Americans with less than 10 years of professional experience.
Sep
16
Simpson Strong-Tie relocates Maryland warehouse
The new facility in Jessup, Md. is 35,000 square feet larger than its predecessor.
Sep
14
NLBMDA provides Phase 4 stimulus and CDC updates
Senate rejects scaled-down stimulus bill while CDC releases guidance for critical infrastructure workers.
Sep
10
NAW names new CEO
Wells Fargo exec succeeds Dirk Van Dongen as head of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors.
Sep
10
L&W Supply names new Triad Triangle District Manager
Regi Shelley is a veteran of the industry with 21 years spent working in building materials.
Sep
08
DA and PRO Group Zoom together
An annual Executive Planning Conference plans virtual one-on-ones.
Sep
08
Fortress Building Products names new fencing director
Jarrett Adams will focus on brand strategy and development of the manufacturer's most diverse category.
Sep
03
Canfor’s Vida Group completes sawmill acquisitions
The Vida Group has purchased three mills from Bergs Timber.
Sep
02
American Wood Council announces new president and CEO
Jackson Morrill succeeds Robert Glowinski later this month.
Sep
01
Former Beacon exec joins Lumber Liquidators board
Joseph Nowicki served as EVP and CFO at Beacon.
August 2020
Aug
31
BlueLinx names new Nashville GM
Industry veteran Scott Walker brings more than two decades of LBM distribution and retail experience to BlueLinx.
Aug
28
LMC Forest Products & Building Materials Expo is going virtual
The virtual Forest Products & Building Materials Expo is scheduled for Nov. 19-13.
Aug
27
Paladin Data Corp. announces summer 2020 release
New features and integrations will enable retailers to streamline operations and optimize new customer demand.
Aug
27
LP Building Solutions awards scholarships
More than $95,000 in scholarship funds were presented to students in the United States and Canada.
Aug
26
Fortress Building Products names new associate director of fencing
Michael Jones is an eight-year veteran of the Texas-based building products manufacturer.
Aug
26
Metabo HPT partners with HomeAdvisor
Pros can receive discounts on HomeAdvisor leads through independent dealers.
Aug
25
Tractor Supply welcomes Victor premium pet food
Victor pet food products are made in the United States.
Aug
24
Fortress names new director of framing category
A.J. Jesiolowski previously served as senior product manager for the decking and framing at Fortress.
Aug
19
At the NAHB: New message from a new chairman
New NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke discusses updates and efforts from the home builder association.
Aug
13
OrePac offering Therma-Tru doors in Salt Lake City
OrePac is now carrying the doors through all 10 of its distribution centers.
Aug
12
Beacon names new vice president and chief accounting officer
Samuel Guzman, Jr. will oversee all of Beacon's accounting operations.
Aug
11
Viance launches DesignWood.com
A new website features benefits of Viance's pre-colored treated wood
Aug
11
Trex highlights environmental and social achievements
The decking manufacturer used more than 850 million pounds of polyethylene film and reclaimed wood fibers in 2019.
Aug
07
SPFA elects new president and directors
Bryan Heldreth, president of RPC Industries, will serve as SPFA president through July 2022.
Aug
06
Tractor Supply donates to United Way COVID-19 Response Fund
The fund addresses health and economic challenges while assisting community-based organizations.
Aug
05
NLBMDA hosting town hall session
OSHA’s crane rule update, PPP funds, and Phase 4 relief legislation are among the topics to be discussed.
Aug
04
AWC and ICC release mass timber guide
New publication includes requirements found in 2015, 2018, and 2021 International Building Code.
Aug
04
Do it Best announces hires and promotions
New hires include software developer and merchandise manager.
Aug
04
MoistureShield partners with BlueLinx in Minnesota
The building products distributor will offer dealers the full line of MoistureShield composite decking products.
Aug
03
Masonite names new chief marketing officer
Jennifer Renaud joins Masonite with over 30 years of marketing and business development experience.
