LBM FULL LINE DEALER

CEO Board of Advisors | Building Materials Distribution

EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION

Strategic and purpose-driven CEO with over 25 years of leadership experience transforming mid-market and enterprise-level companies in the building materials, hardware, and distribution industries, generating consistent top- and bottom-line growth. As the first external CEO in an employee-owned company, led a disciplined turnaround that delivered 69% revenue growth, expanded EBITDA margins, and executed six acquisitions while maintaining legacy culture and stakeholder alignment. Combines deep operational acumen with governance and financial discipline, having partnered with boards to implement multi-year strategic plans, establish risk and capital allocation frameworks, and strengthen succession and leadership pipelines. Adept at engaging boards, lenders, and communities to build long-term enterprise value and resilience. Active corporate and nonprofit director with a track record of driving governance maturity, enhancing shareholder value, and advancing ethical leadership within both private and employee-owned environments.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & BOARD-LEVEL IMPACT

Transformational CEO Leadership – $240M Building Materials Distributor

• Delivered 69% revenue growth (from $128M to $230M) through disciplined execution and six strategic acquisitions.
• Partnered with the board to design and execute a multi-year strategic plan built on measurable KPIs and cultural alignment.
• Elevated risk management through board-approved parameters, scenario modeling, and disciplined capital allocation.

Governance & Board Partnership

• Current board director for a regional bank, chamber of commerce, and building materials company, contributing oversight on audit, risk, and governance committees.
• Experienced in succession planning, CEO evaluation, and long-range growth strategy.

Operational & Supply Chain Transformation – $200M Employee-Owned Distributor

• Modernized merchandising and purchasing across regional distribution centers, improving margin +75 bps and inventory turns +15%.
• Achieved 18% comparable sales growth and 400 bps margin expansion through coordinated promotional strategy and pricing discipline.
• Maintained 96.7% service level while reducing inventory by 17%, demonstrating excellence in resource optimization.

Cultural Stewardship & Talent Development

• Unified 400 employees across 20 branches through transparent communication and restructured leadership teams.
• Prioritized internal development and succession planning, ensuring long-term continuity within an ESOP ownership structure.