, a multi-regional lumber and building material supplier has hired Mike Elsea for the newly created position of Vice President of Operations for Southeastern locations. In this new role, Mike will be responsible for improving company operations while driving sales growth in Southeast retail lumberyard locations.
鈥淢ike brings a deep understanding of the Southeast market and a track record of excellence,鈥� said Dave Davis, CEO of Spahn & Rose. 鈥淗e鈥檚 a strong cultural fit and the right person to help us build for the future.鈥�
Mike has more than 25 years of experience in the lumber and building materials industry, including a long career at BMC, including serving as the Vice President for a $800 million division of that company.聽After BMC was acquired by Builders FirstSource in 2021, Mike became President & CEO of a $200 million hardlines distributor in Northern Alabama.
鈥淚鈥檓 excited about working with the Spahn & Rose team.聽 Their dedication to employees and serving their customers made it a natural fit.聽 I look forward to growing with Spahn & Rose and continuing to build upon the legacy they have established for over 120 years.鈥�
Mike obtained his bachelor鈥檚 degree from the University of Montevallo and currently lives in Huntsville, Alabama. He brings the experience, temperament, regional knowledge, and desire for accountability, which are all critical to our success in the Southeast.聽Mike starts his role within the senior leadership of Spahn & Rose in April 2025.
鈥淎s we continue to grow in the Southeast, Mike鈥檚 leadership and regional insight will help ensure we support our teams and customers in the best possible way,鈥� Davis said.
