L&W Supply Announces 4 Branch Manager Promotions

L&W Supply, a nationwide distributor of interior building materials and construction supplies, has announced that Arely Polanco has been named branch manager of its West Palm Beach, Florida, location.

Polanco joined L&W Supply six years ago as an inside sales associate in Miami, Florida. Shortly after, she was promoted to outside sales in 2018 before transferring to the greenfield branch in West Palm Beach. In 2022, Polanco was a recipient of the Florida Atlantic District Top Outside Sales award.

“Arely’s résumé is impressive, but what sticks out to us is how her drive motivates those around her,” said Florida Atlantic District Manager Mitchell Mathews. “We look forward to seeing her competitive spirit elevate the associates and customers of West Palm Beach.” As branch manager, Polanco will be responsible for managing daily

The Company also recently promoted Christian Daniels to branch manager of the company’s greenfield location in Roscoe, Illinois.

Daniels joined L&W Supply’s internal audit team in 2019. He became an inside sales associate at the West Allis, Wisconsin, location in 2022.

“Christian’s competitive nature and deep understanding of the unique processes which separate L&W Supply from our competition make him a great fit for this role,” said Upper Midwest District Manager Mark Woodsum. “I am excited to welcome him back to his home market as he supports our continued growth and customer service efforts.”

As branch manager, Daniels will be responsible for managing daily branch operations, cultivating customer relationships, guiding associates and executing branch growth and profitability.

Richard Brown has been named branch manager of its Chattanooga, Tennessee, location.

Brown joined L&W Supply in 1996 as an operations supervisor and later transitioned to outside sales in 2017. He is currently attending L&W’s Branch Manager Training Program and will graduate in August.

“Richard’s leadership, work ethic and vast experience in sales and operations will enhance our market-leading customer service in the Chattanooga market,” said Brian Murphy, Mid-South District manager.

As branch manager, Brown will be responsible for managing daily branch operations, cultivating customer relationships, guiding associates and executing branch growth and profitability.

Ron Shillingburg has been named Branch Manager of its Fishersville, Virginia, location.

Shillingburg, a 25-year industry professional, joined L&W Supply in 2017. He has gained experience at the company as a CDL driver and boom operator. He was most recently a Delivery Service Manager in Manassas, Virginia.

“Ron has an incredible growth mindset and passion for service,” said Chesapeake District Manager Jim Nix. “His dedication to our values and goals makes him a perfect fit for this role.”

As Branch Manager, Shillingburg will be responsible for managing daily branch operations, cultivating customer relationships, leading associates and executing branch growth and profitability.

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About L&W Supply

Since 1971, L&W Supply has been recognized as a world-class interior products company and is one of the nation’s largest distributors of wallboard, suspended ceiling systems, steel studs, joint treatment, insulation, fasteners and related building products. L&W Supply was acquired by ABC Supply in November 2016. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, L&W Supply operates over 250 branches in 40 states. More information about L&W is available online at www.lwsupply.com.

About ABC Supply

ABC Supply Co., Inc. is the largest wholesale distributor of roofing and other select exterior and interior building products in North America. Since its founding in 1982, ABC Supply’s sole focus has been serving professional contractors and “making it easy” for them to do their jobs by offering the products, support and services they need. Headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin, ABC Supply has over 900 locations across the U.S. and Canada. More information is available at www.abcsupply.com.

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Source: L & W Supply Corporation