Chicago Riverboat sailing on Chicago River with Skyscrapers nearby

L&W Supply Names New Vice President of Operations

Jake Gress

February 17, 2020 – Jake Gress, former Regional Vice President for the West, has been promoted to the newly created position of L&W Supply Vice President of Operations.

Gress has been in the industry for over 17 years, spending the last 10 with L&W Supply. Since L&W Supply’s acquisition by ABC Supply in 2016, Gress has developed a strong team and led the West Region to success. Gress’ ability to generate growth, optimize customer and vendor relationships, and understand the complexities of L&W Supply’s business will serve him well in this new capacity.

“Jake has always been an innovative leader with a deep commitment to continuous improvement,” says Dan Piché, President of L&W Supply. “With him in this new position, L&W Supply will benefit from his ability to build and lead successful teams.”

In his new role, Gress will be responsible for L&W Supply’s operations function (including safety, compliance, fleet and real estate) along with the marketing, merchandising and training teams.

“L&W Supply has a lot of exciting projects coming up. In my new role, I’m looking forward to the opportunity to work with associates from across the company to drive L&W Supply to even greater heights,” says Jake Gress, Vice President of Operations.

About L&W Supply
Since 1971, L&W Supply has been recognized as a world-class interior products company. It is one of the nation’s largest distributors of wallboard, suspended ceiling systems, steel studs, joint treatment, insulation, fasteners, and related building products. ABC Supply acquired L&W Supply in November 2016. Headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin, L&W Supply operates over 270 branches in 46 states.

About ABC Supply
ABC Supply Co., Inc. is the largest wholesale distributor of roofing and other select exterior and interior building products in North America. Since its founding in 1982, ABC Supply’s sole focus has been serving professional contractors and “making it easy” for them to do their jobs by offering the products, support, and services they need. Headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin, ABC Supply has over 1,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada. More information is available at www.abcsupply.com.

Branch Location Inventory Closing Schedule

The branches listed below will be closed on the following days to complete a full inventory. Each branch will return to their regular hours the following business day. Check back as new locations may be added.

L&W Supply Opens New Location in Medford, Oregon

Isai Molina to lead the new branch serving Southern Oregon and Northern California BELOIT, WI — August 20, 2025 — L&W Supply, a nationwide distributor of interior building materials and construction supplies, is proud to announce the opening of its newest branch in Medford, Oregon, located at 2087 Lars Way. This marks the company’s fifth location in Oregon, […]