Kodiak Building Partners

Sound advice from our co-founder and CEO on the importance of assessing your risk position as startups approach valuation. Check out Steve's insights alongside other Forbes Business Council members. https://hubs.ly/Q03m2Gw90

Leadership News 🛠️ Please join us in congratulating Jerry Slomba, the new President of Keys Lumber, and Susan Fuller, the new President of Valley Lumber & Rental! Their proven leadership and deep industry experience are key to driving continued growth and excellence across the Kodiak family. We’re proud to support strong leaders as we build the most respected distribution platform in the industry.

We’re proud to share that Kodiak Building Partners has ranked #4 on LBM Journal’s 2025 LBM 100 list, a recognition of our continued growth and the dedication of our incredible teams across the country. This achievement reflects the hard work of every team member, the strength of our local operating companies, and the trust placed in us by our partners, suppliers, and customers. Thank you for being part of our journey. We’re excited for what’s ahead in 2025 and beyond.

Big news! 🎉 Kodiak Building Partners is proud to announce the acquisition of New River Building Supply & Lumber Company, a trusted name in North Carolina’s High Country since 1973. This strategic partnership strengthens our growing presence in the Southeast while preserving New River’s legacy of quality and strong customer relationships — now backed by Kodiak’s resources, expertise, and national network. Welcome to the Kodiak family, New River!

Part of the success behind Kodiak's growth stems from a commitment to leadership development. We're intentional about investing in our team to encourage and develop leaders at every level, not just the C-Suite.  Our own Steve Swinney shared more about Kodiak's strategic focus on leadership development with Forbes Business Council -- Read more https://hubs.ly/Q03hjlzd0

🌟 Big News at Kodiak! We’re thrilled to welcome Sandra Jacoby to Kodiak Building Partners as our new Senior Vice President of Human Resources! With nearly 20 years of leadership experience, Sandra brings a strategic vision and a passion for people that will help drive our continued growth and success. Sandra has led HR, facilities management, and internal communications for fast-growing organizations, most recently serving as SVP of Corporate Administration at PDC Energy. There, she played a key role in guiding major acquisitions and transitions — experience that will be invaluable as Kodiak continues to expand. At Kodiak, Sandra will lead our HR strategy and champion our most important asset: our people. We are excited to have her expertise and energy shaping the future of our organization. Welcome to the team, Sandra!

We're thrilled to share our own Steve Swinney was recently named among the list of Colorado's most successful business leaders as a winner of the 2025 Titan 100 awards. Steve's commitment to Kodiak's growth and vision for success has enabled the company to rise to great heights in a very short amount of time and we're thrilled to celebrate this accolade with him. Join us in congratulating Steve, and the other winners. Read more about the Titan 100: https://hubs.ly/Q03dWKFZ0

📢 Exciting News from Kodiak Building Partners! We’re excited to announce the establishment of Ponderosa Building Supply, a greenfield expansion lumber and building materials supplier in Hauser, ID. This expansion grows our operations in the Northwest and taps into the region's natural resources while contributing to local economies. Ponderosa Building Supply will serve residential and commercial builders, contractors and homeowners, providing support to the region's construction industry by increasing supply availability and adding jobs to the market. 🎉 Welcome, Ponderosa Building Supply team, to the Kodiak family! Read more about this exciting news in our full press release: https://hubs.ly/Q03dw0W-0 #KodiakBuildingPartners #LumberIndustry #IdahoBuildingMaterials #PonderosaBuildingSupply

Lance Grimm, SVP of Continuous Improvement at Kodiak Building Partners, shared his insights on the power of continuous improvement and its impact on everything we do on a recent Woodworking Network podcast. During the discussion, Lance highlighted how a mindset of constant evolution drives efficiency, enhances customer service, and strengthens our teams across the Kodiak family. From refining daily processes to fostering innovation, continuous improvement isn’t just a concept—it’s a core part of how we operate. One of Lance’s key takeaways: “What we want to do is focus on those value-added steps that the customer really wants. And we want to build trust. ” We’re proud of Lance for sharing his expertise and representing Kodiak in this important conversation! To listen to the full podcast, please visit: https://hubs.ly/Q03cpQX40

This week, we proudly celebrate the 1,069 women who make Kodiak Building Partners and our operating companies stronger every day. These women play a vital role at every level of our organization—from leadership and operations to sales, accounting, IT, finance, marketing, and beyond. Their dedication, expertise, and leadership are essential to our success, and we are grateful for the talent and passion they bring to Kodiak. In an industry that continues to evolve, these women are paving the way for future generations, breaking barriers, and shaping the future of construction. This week, and every week, we celebrate the hard work and achievements of the women in our company who continue to drive us forward. Please take a moment to recognize and thank the women in your teams for their contributions. Their impact is immeasurable, and we are proud to have them as part of the Kodiak family. To all the women at Kodiak—thank you for your dedication, resilience, and leadership. You inspire us every day! #WomenInConstructionWeek