Strong Leadership with an Empowerment Focus
US LBM Leadership
In keeping with his preference for autonomous operation at the individual business level, president and CEO L.T. Gibson keeps the US LBM central office staff limited. The main functions managed at headquarters include information technology, finance and human resources, with remaining support provided at the business units.
L.T. Gibson, President and CEO- Rick Kolaczewski, Chief Financial Officer
- Karen Charielle, VP of Human Resources
- Brian Hein, VP of Finance and Systems
Greg Gaskell, President
Dale Carlson, President
Antonio Rossano, President
Bill Imig, President
Jeff Umosella, President
Robert Wood, President
Doug Jones, President
L.T. Gibson — President and CEO
L.T. Gibson believes that a company should care for its employees first, so they can better care for the customer. In his more than 20 years in the industry, L.T. was responsible for the start-up, turnaround and growth of a large number of building product distribution and manufacturing operations. As a former Vice President of the largest division of Stock Building Supply (roughly $1.5B in annual sales) he understands the needs of both small and large companies. This experience serves him well as he integrates new and different companies into an organization. L.T. believes that by creating a culture of accountability, integrity and continuous improvement, US LBM will be well positioned to service the rapidly changing building materials market.
Jeff Umosella — Chief Operations Officer — President,
Universal Supply Company
Jeff joined Universal Supply Company in 1989 and moved up through the ranks working in operations as a warehouse associate and driver. From there, he quickly moved into sales, servicing USC customers on the counter and in the field. He was promoted to Location Manager, then assumed a VP of Sales and Marketing role, ultimately serving as President for USC. Jeff also served as the NJ Market Manager and Director of the Roofing and Siding Business Group at Stock Building Supply. Jeff currently holds a dual role serving as President for USC and Chief Operations Officer for US LBM. Jeff’s extensive knowledge and experience positions him as a key strategic contributor/partner to the executive team, promoting operational excellence. Jeff holds a B.S. in Finance from LaSalle University.
Rick Kolaczewski — Chief Financial Officer
Rick joined US LBM as Chief Financial Officer after spending 17 years with Fortune Brands. While at Fortune, Rick most recently served as Executive Vice President and General Manager of Waterloo Industries, a manufacturer of storage and organization products. Previously, he was the Chief Financial Officer of Fortune Brands Storage & Security, consisting of Waterloo and Master Lock Company. He has an extensive background in strategy, operations, business development, finance and M&A related transactions and will serve as a key strategic partner to L.T. Gibson and the executive team to promote the continued growth and development of US LBM.
- O: 847-353-7733
- Rick.Kolaczewski@uslbm.com
Karen Charielle — Vice President of Human Resources
As the Vice President of Human Resources, Karen Charielle has a proven track record of supporting the business units with an array of expertise including compensation, benefits, training and development, acquisitions, employment law and employee relations. Having entered the building material industry in 1989, Karen has previous experience with Stock Building Supply and Langevin Forest Products. She holds a BSBA from Walden University and is a Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR).
- O: 508-753-3102
- C: 617-212-0335
- Karen.Charielle@uslbm.com
Brian Hein — Vice President of Finance and Systems
With more than 22 years of professional experience in the building material industry, Brian works with the management teams in each business unit to provide a broad range of financial planning, analysis and reporting services. He also manages the company’s use of technology solutions, both internal and customer facing. Brian holds a B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin and previously practiced as a CPA with a regional firm in Wisconsin.
- O: 920-496-5080
- C: 920-217-9408
- Brian.Hein@uslbm.com
Greg Gaskell — President, Bellevue Builders Supply
Greg brings over 20 years of management experience in the industry to his position at Bellevue Builders Supply. Originally with Wickes Lumber, Greg moved up through the ranks in a variety of management capacities. Greg joined Stock Building Supply in 2005 as Market Distribution Manager, and ultimately became the New York Market Manager. In 2009 Greg and his talented team joined the US LBM group of companies and formed Bellevue Builders Supply, which he now heads. Greg holds a B.A. in Economics from St. Lawrence University.
Antonio Rossano — President, East Haven Builders Supply
Antonio joined East Haven Builders Supply in 1977. He learned the business beginning with the basics, working as a driver, dispatcher and counter salesperson. He purchased the East Haven business in 1984 and worked to grow the business from the original six associates to more than 120 when he sold it to Stock Building Supply in 2005. He remained with Stock as the Connecticut Market Manager during which time he expanded the business to another location in Newtown. Antonio joined forces with the US LBM team in 2009 when he once again assumed the role of President at East Haven Builders Supply.
Bill Imig — President, Wisconsin Building Supply
Bill began his career in the lumber industry in 1979 as a truck driver for Stock Lumber. Through the years his leadership talent was recognized and cultivated. In 2008 he became a Division Manager for Stock Building Supply. When Stock sold its locations in Wisconsin in 2009, Bill worked with the team at US LBM becoming president of the Wisconsin business units including nine locations and 250 associates.
Robert Wood — President, John H. Myers & Son
Bob Wood has a broad base of leadership experience in a variety of forest products industries. He served in numerous senior leadership roles with Glatfelter, a $1.3 billion manufacturer of specialty products. Positions included Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President of Administration and ultimately Chief Strategy Officer. He was actively involved in M&A activities and in developing tools to communicate and measure the execution of strategic initiatives. As CFO of Fypon, Ltd., Bob was a part of a private equity turnaround positioning that company for sale to a strategic buyer. For the last 6 years Bob has led John H. Myers & Son which is recognized as a leader in its market.
Doug Jones — President, Hines Building Supply
Doug joined Hines in September 2010. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Illinois State University and has over 27 years of management experience in the building material industry. Prior to joining Hines, Doug was the Area Vice President at Pro Build and the Illinois Distribution Manager and Market Manager for Stock Building Supply. He also held numerous management positions at Seigle’s, including Project Manager, Director of Information Systems, Director of Operations, and Vice President of Operations.
Dale Carlson — President, Lyman Lumber
Dale joined Lyman Lumber Company in 1985 and held a number of management positions within the company including Senior Vice President, overseeing their Midwest and West Coast operations, Vice President of the Twin City Builder Operations, General Manager, Branch Manager of Lyman Lumber in Chanhassen, MN and Branch Manager of ABC - Kitchen Division in Excelsior, MN. Lyman Lumber joined forces with USLBM in 2011 where Dale is serving as President of their six Midwest business units and 500 + employees.