QXO president of lumber and building materials and co-founder of Kodiak Building Partners, Steve Swinney, recently announced in a LinkedIn post he is stepping away from the company after nearly 20 years in the building products distribution industry. The announcement …
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ABC Supply Announces Leadership Transition
ABC Supply Co., Inc. recently announced chief executive officer Keith Rozolis plans to retire effective Dec. 31, 2026. As part of the company’s leadership succession plan, president and chief operating officer Mike Jost has been appointed chief executive officer effective …
Read More »U.S. Port Import Volumes Forecasted to Peak as Retail Demand Remains Strong
This year’s extended peak season is continuing, with a final bump expected this month that could push September just over the line to be the busiest month of the year for import volume at the nation’s major container ports, according …
Read More »Valspar Announces 2027 Color of the Year
Valspar announced Cottage Door 8004-38E as its 2027 Color of the Year. This mid-tone neutral blue paint color blends warm and cool undertones. “Cottage Door celebrates the unique beauty inside us all,” says Sue Kim, director of color marketing at …
Read More »Krylon Unveils Nostalgia-Inspired 2026 Fall Color Collection
Krylon® has announced its 2026 Fall Color Collection, a palette inspired by younger generations’ renewed interest in nostalgic aesthetics and experiences. “For Fall 2026, nostalgia isn’t about recreating the past—it’s about reimagining it,” says Lisbeth Parada, Krylon color marketing manager. …
Read More »BeautiTone Reveals Rosewater as 2027 Color of the Year
Home Hardware’s BeautiTone has named ‘Rosewater’ (TR27-2-1) its 2027 Color of the Year. The soft, radiant pink balances comfort with sophistication, offering a fresh take on creating calm, lived-in spaces. ‘Rosewater’ marks a shift from the deeper, moodier hues of recent …
Read More »Siwek Lumber Announces Leadership Transition
Siwek Lumber announced Dave Siwek, 3rd-generation owner, has officially retired from daily business operations. Fourth-generation family members Samantha Siwek and Jason Pranghofer will take over operations as chief administrative officer and CEO, respectively. The company released a statement as part …
Read More »The Home Depot Foundation Launches 2026 Celebration of Service Campaign
The Home Depot Foundation has officially launched its annual Celebration of Service campaign, dedicating the fall season to Helping Heroes at Home. Running from Sept. 8 through Nov. 20, 2026, the campaign spans from Patriot Day to Veterans Day. This …
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