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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Dealer of the Year
Dealer of the Year: Capital Lumber Company
Butch Heimsoth uses just four words to describe how he and Capital Lumber in Cheyenne, Wyoming came to be named an LBM Journal Dealer of the Year: Take care of customers.
From the Editor
Drawing younger staff to the LBM industry
If you're a regular reader of Russ Kathrein’s columns in this magazine, then no doubt you’ve come across a few “Russ-isms.”
Industry News
Ellice Herman & Rick Davis | The LBM Sales Podcast | Sponsored by DMSi | Season 2, episode 3
In this episode, Rick is joined by Ellice Herman, his company's Director of Important Stuff. Listen in as they discuss interoffice communication, company culture, good and bad bosses, lessons in prospecting, and more.
Industry News
Recruit + Retain podcast: How Joe Misiti recruits for American Builders Supply
In this episode, Rikka is chats with Joe Misiti, staffing coordinator at American Builders Supply in Florida. Listen in as they discuss school visits, talent funnels, and more.
Dealer of the Year
Dealer of the Year: RAKS Building Supply
A company isn’t selected as an LBM Journal Dealer of the Year just because it has its own hot air balloon. Nor does a lumberyard have to serve as the setting for an episode of the hit TV show Breaking Bad to receive recognition.
Industry News
Recruit + Retain podcast: Direct recruiting with Jen Mahaffy, Medallion Industries
Rikka is joined by Jen Mahaffy, talent acquisition specialist at Medallion Industries, a window, door, and millwork distributor in Portland, Oregon. Listen in as they discuss direct recruiting on Indeed and LinkedIn.
Industry News
Sara Canaday, Leadership Strategist, Speaker, and Author | The LBM Sales Podcast | Sponsored by DMSi | Season 2, episode 2
In this episode, Rick is joined by Sara Canaday—leadership strategist, speaker, and author. Listen in as they discuss workplace mental health, what leaders can learn from Showtime's "Billions," and more. Thanks to our sponsor, DMSi.
Industry News
Advocacy groups oppose cross-border vaccine mandate
Both NLBMDA and ABMA have sent letters to the Department of Homeland Security.
From the Editor
Introducing the 2022 Dealers of the Year!
Starting with the January issue and continuing through April, we’ll feature the 2022 Dealers of the Year.
Industry News
Supreme Court blocks vaccine mandate
The Thursday decision by the Supreme Court means the Biden administration does not have authority to enact vaccination or testing requirements for employers.
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