Ace Retail Holdings, the parent company of Westlake Ace Hardware, Great Lakes Ace Hardware, and other retail hardware brands, recently announced three key promotions within their corporate finance team. John Mitter has been appointed corporate vice president of finance; Cindy Imhoff has been promoted to senior director and controller; and Tyler Blankenship was promoted to […]
Kamps VP of National Sales, Damon Williamson, Elected to Reusable Packaging Association’s Board of Directors
Kamps, Inc. (the “Company”) is excited to announce the appointment of Damon Williamson to the Reusable Packaging Association’s (“RPA”) Board of Directors. Mr. Williamson is the Vice President of National Sales for Kamps, Inc., a leading national pallet supplier and recycler. Kamps has been a member of the RPA since 2022, during which time Mr. […]
ABC: Construction Materials Prices Inch Down 0.2% in December, Up 0.9% Year Over Year
Construction input prices decreased 0.2% in December compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices also decreased 0.2% for the month. Overall construction input prices are 0.9% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential […]
Oldcastle® APG Announces Launch of Catalyst™ Fence Solutions
New Flagship Brand Aims to Change the Way the World Fences Oldcastle® APG, a CRH company, announces the launch of Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, its flagship fence brand and the largest provider of high-performance vinyl, molded, aluminum, steel and mixed material fencing products in North America. With the industry’s best and broadest offering, Catalyst enables personalized […]
Wabash Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Wabash, a leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions for the transportation, logistics and infrastructure markets, announced key executive appointments effective January 15, 2025, aimed at advancing the company’s growth strategy and delivering greater value to customers, partners and stakeholders. Drew Schwartzhoff has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, he […]
Minnesota Lumber Leaders Unite Under Kodiak Building Partners to Drive Industry Excellence
Kodiak Building Partners, a leading building materials distribution company, announced the acquisition of Minnesota-based Kendell Lumber, further advancing Kodiak’s strategic growth in the region. This move brings together two respected Minnesota companies—Kendell Lumber and Simonson Lumber, both part of the Kodiak family—to enhance operations, drive efficiencies and deliver greater value to builders, contractors and homeowners […]
Rodney Bullion Named LMC Northwest Regional Manager
LMC is pleased to announce the appointment of Rodney Bullion as its new Northwest Regional Manager, effective January 13, 2025. Bullion brings over three decades of comprehensive experience in the LBM industry to his new role. Beginning his career at age 16 in a Washington state hardware store, Bullion has since accumulated extensive experience across […]
Kolbe Expands Executive Team
Kolbe Windows & Doors, one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of windows and doors for residential and commercial markets, has expanded its executive leadership team to include Ryan Meyers as vice president of finance. Mike Tomsyck, long-time executive team member, also has expanded his role as vice president of transportation to include risk management. Both […]
The Ulti-Mutt Pet Celebration Returns to Tractor Supply
Pet Appreciation Days feature paw-some promotions, treat tastings and pet-friendly fun Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced an early start for this year’s Pet Appreciation Days event. The annual celebration of pets and the people who love and care for them is already underway and will run in […]
Westlake Ace Hardware Acquires Augusta Ace Home Center
Westlake Ace Hardware will acquire Augusta Ace Home Center, a family-owned business in Augusta, Kan. Westlake Ace Hardware announced that it has agreed to acquire Augusta Ace Home Center, a family-owned retailer in Augusta, Kansas. The acquisition will be completed on March 17, 2025. Augusta Ace Home Center, located at 316 West 7th Avenue in Augusta, will be […]