Akron, IN— Marcus Banning was recently named to a sales position for Pike Lumber Company, based here. Pike manufactures kiln-dried Appalachian Hardwoods including Red and White Oak, Red and White Oak R/Q, Walnut, Hickory, Hard and Soft Maple, Poplar, Basswood, Ash and Cherry.
Banning is responsible for helping to sell the increased lumber volume with the addition of the company’s third sawmill in Indiana. Banning has worked for Pike for 1 ½ years. He started in the production side of the company for over a year in the management training program and was moved to the sales force.
He previously worked in education for 12 years, as a teacher and athletic director. He graduated from Purdue University with a degree in education. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, sports, and spending time at the beach.
For more information, you can visit www.pikelumber.com.
