Frank Miller Lumber hires Steven James as CFO

Apr 20, 2012. /Lesprom Network/. Frank Miller announces the hiring of Steven P. James as CFO. James is responsible for managing the financial planning and analysis for the company, as well as overseeing the company's risk management and overall business performance. "We're excited to have Steve on board," said Dan Hackett, president and CEO of Frank Miller. "His background in entrepreneurial leadership, decision making, and operational and financial management will greatly expand our existing assets and assist us in developing new financial and risk mitigation strategies." The arrival of a new CFO comes at an integral time for Frank Miller. The century-old lumber company recently announced a rebranding initiative, launched a new website and changed the company's focused emphasis from the broader market of "lumber" to quartersawn hardwood, its area of expertise. "We believe Steve James will play a vital role in Frank Miller's continued growth into a thriving, global enterprise," added Hackett. James comes to Frank Miller from DMAX-Ltd, a manufacturer of diesel engines and division of General Motors, where he spent approximately three years as CFO, overseeing the financial activities of the business. During this time, he oversaw accounts receivable, accounts payable, internal controls, payroll, fixed assets, budgets, and forecasts for the DMAX joint venture between GM and Isuzu. In years prior, James held positions ranging from controller/finance team leader to lead financial analyst. Frank Miller produces exceptionally fine quartersawn and plain sawn hardwoods for manufacturers of fine furniture, cabinets, architectural millwork and flooring.