Culpeper Wood Preservers Appoints New Director of Purchasing, Marks Retirement of Longtime Company Leader
Culpeper Wood Preservers, a leading manufacturer of pressure-treated lumber, is promoting from within to fill an important role on its leadership team following the retirement of a longtime employee. Nick Aylor has assumed the role of director of purchasing. He succeeds Jeff Lineberger, who had held that title at Culpeper for 25 years. “At Culpeper, […]
LMC Officially Launches Modular Division Following MHBG Integration
LMC, a leading Forest Products and Building Materials Buying Group in the US, is pleased to announce the official closing of its deal to integrate the Manufactured Housing Buyers Group (MHBG). This closing marks the official launch of LMC’s new Modular Division, a significant step in enhancing LMC’s market presence and service capabilities. This milestone […]
Nation’s Best Bolsters Customer Service Offerings with the Addition of Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Living Solutions Software
Nation’s Best, a holding company operating a growing portfolio of independent hardlines retail stores and distribution centers serving the construction industry, now offers Simpson Strong-Tie’s Outdoor Living Solutions Software at 14 of its stores across the United States. Employees and customers at each store will be able to quickly design strong, beautiful outdoor structures in […]
Westlake Implements Succession Plan
Westlake Corporation (the “Company” or “Westlake”) announced that Jean-Marc Gilson, who most recently served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation, has been appointed by the Board of Directors to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer of Westlake. Jean-Marc Gilson succeeds Albert Chao, who will transition to become Executive Chairman […]
Weyerhaeuser to Invest $1 Million in Rural Washington Community
Weyerhaeuser Company announced a commitment to invest $1 million in Raymond, Wash., through the company’s THRIVE program, which was launched in 2023 to provide targeted assistance to five of its rural operating communities. Through the program, Weyerhaeuser will make the investment over the next several years with significant input from elected officials, employees, nonprofits, local business leaders and other […]
PPG Recognized as ‘Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion’ for Third Consecutive Year
PPG announced that it has been recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by the DISABILITY EQUALITY INDEX for the third consecutive year. The Disability Equality Index was launched in 2015 as a joint initiative of Disability:IN and The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and is acknowledged as the most robust disability […]
PPG Extends Partnerships with Indianapolis Motor Speedway, INDYCAR, Team Penske
PPG announced that it has extended its partnerships with the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), INDYCAR and Team Penske through 2029. The agreement also makes PPG the entitlement sponsor of the Brickyard 400 NASCAR CUP series race, which takes place at the IMS. “We are excited to build upon our extensive history with Team Penske, INDYCAR, and […]
PPG Recognized for Sustainability Progress by FTSE4Good for Sixth Consecutive Year
PPG announced its inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the sixth consecutive year. Created by the global index and data provider FTSE Russell, the FTSE4Good Index Series is designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices against globally recognized standards. “Sustainability is core to how PPG provides […]
Kodiak Building Partners Expands Pacific Northwest Market Position with Acquisition of Thomas Building Center
Kodiak Building Partners, a leading building materials distribution company, announced the acquisition of Thomas Building Center, a combination that reinforces both companies’ commitment to expanding local market leadership in the Pacific Northwest. Established in 1972, Thomas Building Center is the premier supplier of building materials and services across Sequim, Port Angeles, the Olympic Peninsula and […]
LP Building Solutions Releases 2024 Sustainability Report
LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, released its 2024 Sustainability Report. This comprehensive report highlights LP’s continued leadership in sustainability through five key pillars: Governance, People, Environment, Products, and Community. “Sustainability is essential to our long-term success and central to our strategy,” said LP Chair and CEO Brad Southern. “Our commitment to sustainable […]