James Anderson
James Anderson is Senior Editor at LBM Journal. He can be reached at James@LBMJournal.com or 612.888.5265.
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From the Editor
Relevant for years to come
In this month's profile story on Knudson Lumber, we share that Renee Kraft has introduced her single-location lumberyard to online retail.
From the Editor
Employee care is the ‘new normal’
As I’ve talked with lumber dealers in recent months, I’ve learned that what we considered “back to normal” at the beginning of the pandemic has been redefined.
Dealer Profile
New to the game: Steve Bennett bets on Pilot Lumber’s potential
For Steve Bennett, purchasing Pilot Lumber in Bellevue Kentucky was an opportunity to bet on himself running, owning, and investing in a company he believed in.
Industry News
Recruit + Retain podcast: Joe Misiti talks virtual job fairs and college recruiting
Rikka welcomes back Joe Misiti, staffing coordinator at American Builders Supply in Florida. Listen in as they discuss virtual job fairs and college recruiting.
From the Editor
Decked out, In Depth
LBM Journal ran its first decking In Depth in April of 2004. In that issue, my predecessors shared news about the latest products in what was then a small category for many dealers.
Industry News
Busy Beaver opens 25th location
Formerly a movie theater, the center measures 44,000 square feet and includes an outdoor garden center.
Industry News
Ghosting and counter-offers: Two of the biggest issues in recruiting
Jen Mahaffy, talent acquisition specialist at Medallion Industries, a window, door, and millwork distributor in Portland, Oregon returns to talk two big issues: ghosting and counter-offers.
Featured
Dealer of the Year: TK Building Supply
LBM Journal's 2022 Dealer of the Year Awards, sponsored by Epicor, recognize four LBM companies of different sizes that epitomize the entrepreneurial spirit. By...
Industry News
Recruit + Retain podcast: Dave Davis, Spahn & Rose | Ep. 11
In this episode, Rikka chats with Dave Davis, president and CEO at Spahn & Rose, a 2022 LBM Journal Dealer of the Year award recipient.
From the Editor
Culture, strategy, breakfast, and more
A commonly quoted phrase in the business world is attributed to management guru Peter Drucker, who said, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.”
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