Denver, CO (June 25, 2008) - ProBuild Holdings Inc., the nation's largest professional building materials supplier, today announced the appointment of Robert F. Rugg as president, gypsum. Mr. Rugg will oversee all strategic activities for the gypsum business throughout ProBuild and will report to Bill Myrick, ProBuild chief operating officer.
"We are pleased to have someone of Robb's caliber join the organization," said Myrick. "His knowledge of the industry, and proven track record, position him as a strong leader for our gypsum business. We will continue to leverage the expertise we've developed in selected geographies and expand the business in markets across the country to better service our customers. I am confident that under his direction we will both broaden the portfolio of gypsum related products and services in existing markets, as well as spread our expertise throughout the ProBuild network of over 550 locations."
Mr. Rugg joins ProBuild from The Drake Group, LLC where he managed a large association of independent building material dealers serving residential and commercial segments. Additionally, Robb served as president, James Hardie Gypsum and executive vice president, James Hardie Industries. Prior to James Hardie, Robb worked for USG Corporation for 19 years in various marketing, strategic planning and general management roles including director product & market development, director business development, gypsum wood fiber and general manager, industrial gypsum.
Robb earned his Bachelors Degree in Finance from the University of Illinois and earned his MBA from Saint Mary's College of California. Mr. Rugg will relocate to the Denver area and will work out of the ProBuild headquarters.
Rich Young, who has been overseeing gypsum operations, will direct the business development functions for gypsum including M&A activities and the integration of newly acquired companies into ProBuild. Rich, as vice president business development, gypsum, will report directly to Robb.
About ProBuild
ProBuild Holdings is the nation's largest supplier of building materials to professional contractors. ProBuild currently operates more than 550 lumber and building product distribution, manufacturing and assembly centers serving 42 U.S. states.
ProBuild sells a broad selection of building materials including lumber and plywood, engineered wood, gypsum and related products, millwork, trusses, roofing, sidings, insulation, metal specialties, hardware and tools. The company's manufacturing activities include trusses, wall panels, millwork, and pre-hung door and window fabrication. Construction services include installation of framing, millwork, insulation, and other products. To learn more about ProBuild, visit their website at www.probuild.com.
For more information, please contact:
Carolyn Atkinson
ProBuild Holdings
360-350-3167
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