Kodiak Building Partners, a leading building materials distribution company, announced the promotion of Wade Gardner to area vice president (AVP) of Washington. In this expanded role, Gardner will help guide strategic growth across Kodiak’s Washington-based companies while continuing to serve as president of Builders Alliance and Frontier Building Supply.
With more than 20 years of industry experience – including leadership roles at Lumbermens, ProBuild, and Builders FirstSource – Gardner joined Builders Alliance in 2016 and took on the dual presidency of Builders Alliance and Frontier Building Supply in 2022. Under his leadership, both companies have achieved strong operational performance and cultural alignment, with a focus on customer service, team development and operational strength in a competitive market.
Founded in 2011, Kodiak Building Partners is a leading acquisition firm specializing in acquiring and supporting locally owned and operated building materials companies.
