Alexander Lumber hires Vancil

Aurora, Illinois-based Alexander Lumber Co. named Richard Vancil as executive VP.

In his new position, Vancil will oversee the company’s Finance, IT, Human Resource, Manufacturing and Business Development departments.

“We are excited about the experience and leadership that Rick brings to the company,” said Russ Kathrein, president and CEO. “With his skills and enthusiasm added to our team, we feel that Alexander Lumber will continue to grow as one of the Midwest’s premier suppliers.”

Vancil has over 30 years of experience working in the building materials distribution and manufacturing business and has held leadership positions with 84 Lumber, Wolohan Lumber, Wickes Lumber, Neumann Distribution, Foxworth-Galbraith and most recently Stock Building Supply. 

“It’s an honor and I am extremely excited to join a strong company like Alexander Lumber with its deep and lasting heritage,” he said. “The company has very strong ideals and a great reputation within the industry.”

Alexander Lumber Company is a 124-year-old family-owned lumber and building materials company serving both consumers and professional builders. The company currently operates 19 retail yards, 2 truss plants and 1 counter-top facility in Illinois and Wisconsin, as well as a showroom/sales office in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin.