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Hancock Lumber Welcomes Rebecca McCrohan
Team Hancock recently welcomed Rebecca McCrohan as Casco, ME-based, Hancock Lumber’s new general manager of the Damariscotta, ME, location. After an extensive internal and external search, McCrohan stood out not only for her industry experience, but also for her deep alignment with Hancock’s culture, values and philosophy of shared leadership,” stated a Hancock spokesperson.
McCrohan brings over 15 years of retail management experience, most recently at Home Depot where she led large teams and highly dynamic operations. Her background also includes time in the healthcare industry, supporting EMR systems across hospitals and medical offices, as well as a five-year chapter in banking, working closely with credit card operations.
McCrohan has been interested in Hancock Lumber for some time. “Being a Best Place to Work in ME for 12 years means people genuinely love what they do and don’t want to leave,” she shared. As she learned more about Hancock’s values and Kevin Hancock’s shared leadership model, she recognized that her style of leadership closely matched that philosophy. “That is how I have led my whole career,” McCrohan explained. “When you give people a voice and they love what they do, you create a cohesive work environment that clicks. Team members feel it, customers see it, and that’s what makes them want to do business with Hancock Lumber.”
McCrohan stated, “I am so honored to have joined this team of amazing leaders who truly value their people,” she said. “This is a place where individuals are respected, heard, and seen for who they are. I am proud to say I am now part of a seventh-generation company that provides superior customer service and deeply values its employees.”
“Team Hancock is excited for her leadership in Damariscotta and looks forward to the impact she will have enhancing the lives of those who are connected to the company—from employees and customers to vendor partners and the broader community,” stated a Hancock company representative.
Visit hancocklumber.com for more.
QXO Buys Kodiak Building Partners
QXO, headquartered in Greenwich, CT, announced that the company acquired Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion. The acquisition makes good on QXO’s pledge that its acquisition of Beacon Roofing Supply last year was just the first step in a plan to grow rapidly in the building products space.
QXO, founded by billionaire entrepreneur Brad Jacobs, said the transaction is expected to be highly accretive to 2026 earnings and will expand QXO’s current addressable market to more than $200 billion.
Kodiak Building Partners is a familiar name throughout the forest products industry. The Englewood, CO, based company was named the 2023 ProDealer of the Year. And its portfolio includes strong local and regional brands including Shepley Wood Products, Simonson Lumber and Zarsky Lumber, to name a few. Those brand names are not expected to change—at least not in the near term, according to a spokesman, as QXO is still working through the QXO rebranding of Beacon.
Kodiak generated approximately $2.4 billion of revenues in 2025 as a U.S. distributor of lumber, trusses, windows and doors, construction supplies, waterproofing, roofing and complementary exterior products, as well as value-added assembly, fabrication and installation services. The business is a market leader in most of its geographies, with concentrations in the Sun Belt and Mountain states. About 40 percent of Kodiak’s 2025 revenues were generated in Florida and Texas, where building market growth has consistently outpaced national market growth over the last decade.
The integration of Kodiak’s structural and exterior construction product offerings with QXO’s existing range will better position QXO to grow both market share and wallet share with large homebuilders, the company says. This aligns with QXO’s strategy to become a preferred supplier serving the full project lifecycle of large, multisite developments and master-planned communities.
For more information, visit qxo.com.
R.P. Lumber Makes Another Acquisition
R.P. Lumber Co., Inc., based in Edwardsville, IL, is a family-owned, building materials retailer and home center, that recently announced the acquisition of Bender Lumber, a respected and long-standing name in Indiana’s building supply industry.
Bender Lumber has served generations of builders, remodelers and homeowners across Southern Indiana. With eight locations in Bedford, Bloomington, Columbus, Linton, Madison, Martinsville, Paoli and Washington, Bender Lumber has built its reputation on quality products, knowledgeable service and a deep commitment to its communities.
The acquisition of Bender Lumber follows R.P. Lumber’s October 2025 acquisition of the two-location Dye Lumber operation in Indiana, now bringing the company’s footprint in the Hoosier State to 10 locations.
With over 100 employees, Bender Lumber has maintained a strong focus on serving professional builders and remodelers, while also supporting a growing base of DIY customers. Each Bender location is a full-service lumberyard offering building materials, hardware and contractor support.
The companies are working closely to ensure a seamless transition. Existing employees will remain in place, according to the announcement. The companies already share many of the same vendors and technology, and R.P. Lumber will invest in additional technology, equipment and inventory to enhance the customer experience.
The acquisition also reflects R.P. Lumber’s broader commitment to growth and regional investment. With 99 retail locations across Illinois, Missouri, Wyoming, South Dakota, Iowa, Wisconsin and Indiana, R.P. Lumber continues to expand its footprint while staying true to its small-town roots.
For more information, visit rplumber.com.
Gleckler And Sons Expands In Florida
Jacksonville-based Gleckler and Sons have expanded operations in Florida with a new location in Ocala now online.
According to Owner Kip Gleckler, the 60,000-square-foot site will manufacture roof and floor trusses, as well as millwork, and will operate a full-service lumberyard in the fast-growing greater Ocala region. Gleckler says the new facility represents the company’s seventh truss manufacturing location, fifth millwork manufacturing location and fifth lumberyard across the state of Florida.
Aside from its office in Jacksonville, Gleckler and Sons also has locations in Tampa, Ormond Beach, Lakeland, Bunnell and Longwood.
For more information, visit glecklerandsons.com.
84 Lumber Opens Store in La Mirada, CA
84 Lumber has opened its newest store in La Mirada, CA, in Los Angeles County, continuing the company’s strategic expansion across California and the West. The new location will also serve as a resource for rebuilding and recovery efforts in the Palisades and surrounding communities affected by wildfires, providing critical access to materials as the region works to restore homes and infrastructure.
The 26,500-square-foot store carries lumber, windows, hardware, interior trim, timbers, outdoor living packages and more. The location also features a 42,900-square-foot lumber yard, with 13 associates currently employed. The store had a soft opening in mid-November and is now fully operational.
With the addition of La Mirada, the company now operates 10 locations throughout the state of California with the most recently opened locations being San Diego and Riverside. California serves as a key regional hub, providing high-quality construction materials and services to meet the diverse needs of customers across the state, and is well-positioned to serve all major housing and construction markets.
84 Lumber is the leading supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industry-leading services for single and multifamily residences and commercial buildings. The company currently operates 320 facilities in 34 states, which include stores, component manufacturing plants, engineered wood product (EWP) centers and door shops.
For more information, visit 84Lumber.com.
Builders FirstSource Expands In New York
Builders FirstSource has acquired the assets of NY-based Premium Building Components.
The facilities in Ballston Spa and Queensbury are the first truss and wall panel operations in the state of New York for BFS.
“The Premium Building Components team shares our values, including our commitment to excellence,” said Builders FirstSource President and CEO Peter Jackson. “Their capabilities will complement our operations and support the execution of our strategic priorities.”
For more information, visit bldr.com.
Lezzer Lumber Expands Western Pennsylvania Footprint
Lezzer Lumber is pleased to announce the acquisition of H.P. Starr and Brookside Lumber, a family-owned building materials company serving the greater Pittsburgh region for nearly a century. The addition of these three locations—Bethel Park, Zelienople and Valencia—significantly strengthens Lezzer Lumber’s presence in Western Pennsylvania and enhances service capabilities for professional contractors, remodelers and DIY customers across the region.
This acquisition follows Lezzer Lumber’s 2024 purchase of Trinity Supply & Installation in Pittsburgh, continuing the company’s strategic growth in the Western PA market and bringing its total number of lumberyards to 15 statewide. With these new locations, Lezzer Lumber is expanding material availability and strengthening service support for the area’s building community.
By joining Lezzer Lumber, the H.P. Starr and Brookside teams will gain access to the company’s extensive capabilities, including 12 additional lumberyard locations across Pennsylvania, a full truss manufacturing plant in Curwensville, four commercial door facilities, two millwork shops and 13 kitchen and bath design centers. This expanded network will enable these locations to offer more comprehensive product solutions and project support.
Lezzer Lumber looks forward to welcoming the H.P. Starr and Brookside employees and customers into its family and continuing its growth in the Western Pennsylvania market, stated a company representative.
Lezzer Lumber is a family-owned and operated company with a rich history spanning over 97 years. With a commitment to providing high-quality building materials, delivery and outstanding customer service, Lezzer Lumber has become a trusted partner for contractors, builders and homeowners throughout Pennsylvania. The acquisition of Trinity Supply & Installation Company is a testament to Lezzer’s dedication to growth and innovation.
For more information, visit lezzer.com.
