How does it feel to be at Kimal Lumber for 19 years? Wow, 19 years….

Yes, I was first hired in 2005…. I love it here! 

Where did you grow up? Go to school? 

I grew up in Englewood, Florida, and graduated at Lemon Bay High School. 

This is just for fun, but this is called “The First Four”:

1. What is the first music album you purchased or received? Dire Straits: Brother in Arms
2. What is the first concert you attended? Kenny Rogers
3. What is the first car you owned? Buick Regal
4. What is the first job you had?  Dishwasher at a restaurant
   

What jobs at Kimal did you hold before becoming a Branch Manager?

I started at Kimal working at the front counter at the Nokomis yard. Then I moved into Sales Support Rep, then Door Shop Manager as well as Pocket Shop Manager, to end up in Nokomis as the Assistant Manager before becoming the Branch Manager. 

What’s your favorite part of your Branch Manager role? 

My favorite part of the role is leading our team in achieving the highest level of customer satisfaction. I also like the problem solving with a positive resolution.

What’s the most “memorable” experience you’ve had while at work here? (Amazing story?)

When I was an SSR for outside Salesman Wally Maybury, I would ride along with him one day a week. On two occasions Wally got so mad about something or another while he was driving and talking on his cell phone, he would hang up and  throw his cell phone out the window of the truck.

Would you like to comment on why you’ve stayed with Kimal for 14 years, and counting?

It’s like we are a family. Some days we can fight like brothers and sisters do, the next day start over fresh and move on. In addition, I like having my workplace so close to home, and not having to commute a long distance. 

What about family members….and how do you spend your leisure time? 

My wife and I enjoy cooking together, and going to music concerts.