ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR 2015
This year’s winners—Hayward Lumber, Christensen Lumber and Hoskins Building Center—represent vastly different operations.
LBM Journal’s Entrepreneur of the Year Awards recognize three companies of different...
PROFILE: Fostering Family Bonds
After 100 years, Woodson Lumber Company stands by its homegrown principles.
BY: ALYSSA SAMSON
In 1913, two brothers from Missouri started Woodson Lumber Company in Caldwell,...
PROFILE: A Philosophy of Quality
Kimal Lumber creates its own opportunities.
BY: ALYSSA SAMSON
You see it all the time: A company promises top quality products and unmatched service, yet angry...
PROFILE: A Change In The Wind
Short and Paulk Supply grows its business by embracing change
BY: ALYSSA SAMSON
Jay Short, president of Georgia based Short and Paulk Supply Company, was introduced to...
DEALER PROFILE: Leave the Light On
After 37 years, Friedman’s Home Improvement returns to Petaluma – stronger than ever.
BY: ALYSSA SAMSON
In 1976, Friedman’s Home Improvement hung a sign in the window...
DEALER PROFILE: A New Frame of Mind
Fueled by new ownership and renovations, LumberTown has a new outlook on business.
BY ALYSSA SAMSON
LumberTown, based in Zanesville, Ohio was feeling like many businesses...
DEALER PROFILE: Focus on the Fundamentals
Dye Home Improvement celebrates 90 years of success by positioning itself for the future.
BY: ALYSSA SAMSON
“Some people try to find things in this game...
DEALER PROFILE: Seizing an Opportunity
Recently opened South Carolina-based DeckStore foresees a prosperous future.
David Elenbaum had a problem. After 14 years as a deck contractor, followed by a couple...
DEALER PROFILE: Innovating Outside the Box
A fearless approach to gain brand recognition helps grow Arrowhead Building Supply.
In an industry filled with rich history and decades of family-owned traditions, Arrowhead...
PROFILE: Building a Golden State of Mind
Golden State Lumber unveils its vision for the future.
Golden State Lumber has maintained a tradition with its employees for the past 10 years. Over...