The Lumbermen鈥檚 Association of Texas (LAT), a non-profit trade association that represents the Texas building materials industry, announced that the Honorable Allan Ritter, Chairman and CEO at Triple R Brothers, is its 2025 Texas Unity Dinner honoree.
鈥淎llan鈥檚 commitment to our industry has elevated and strengthened our voice,鈥� said Kate Borroni,鈥� President of the LAT Board of Directors and a Principal at Woodson Lumber, Co. Lumber in Caldwell, Texas. 鈥淗e masterfully served in the Texas House of Representatives while running the family business. He did both with smarts, wit and a relentless commitment to lumberyards across the state of Texas. We are honored to have the opportunity to celebrate all his accomplishments at the 2025 Texas Unity Dinner.鈥�
鈥淚 am deeply honored to be recognized by the Lumbermen鈥檚 Association of Texas,鈥� said Ritter. 鈥淗aving worked with or been a member of just about every business association in Texas, LAT has a special place in my life. This group truly works for our industry and our members. I look forward to the Texas Unity Dinner and a fun evening with our fellow members.鈥�
鈥淎llan shies away from the spotlight, but he is a mighty ally to our industry,鈥� said Mireya Zapata, Executive Director, LAT. 鈥淲e rely on Allan鈥檚 legislative knowledge and political acumen, and he generously shares both. As a legislator, he regarded the LAT membership as one of his most important constituents, raising our profile in Austin which to this day allows us to punch above our weight.鈥�
Ritter is Chairman and CEO at Triple R Brothers which owns and operates Ideal Lumber Co., Montalbano Lumber Co., Ritter Lumber Co., Ritter Forest Products and multiple partnerships. The company has 17 operations with 275 team members. First elected to The Texas House of Representatives in 1998, Ritter spent 16 years as a legislator representing East Texas and serving in many leadership roles before retiring from politics in 2014. His passion for public service continues and he serves as a LUMPAC trustee.
LUMPAC, LAT鈥檚 state political action committee, supports political candidates who are key to the success of LAT鈥檚 state policy agenda. The 2025 Texas Unity Dinner is a LUMPAC fundraiser and will take place on Wednesday, October 29 at The Briscoe Western Art Museum in San Antonio, Texas. Event details and sponsorships are available at听
The LUMPAC trustees are Colin Archer, Morton Lumber, Mike Craven, Red River Lumber, Carl Detering, The Detering Company, Clay Epstein, Dr. Ike鈥檚 Home Center, Jerry Lightfoot, Orange County Building Materials, J.W. Lodge, Lodge Lumber, Randy Meek, Eastside Lumber & Decking, and Allan Ritter, Triple R Brothers. Together, they guide LUMPAC鈥檚 political donations in Texas鈥� state legislative races.
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About the Lumbermen鈥檚 Association of Texas (LAT)
LAT is a non-profit trade association representing the Texas building materials industry. Founded in 1886 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, LAT engages its volunteer membership in advancing public policy at the state and federal level, helps member companies navigate government entities and hosts an annual convention and expo, the largest gathering of CEOs/Principals of Texas鈥� building material industry. LAT鈥檚 mission is to protect and advocate for the Texas building materials industry through legislative efforts, training, and networking. It is where industry challenges are solved. Learn more at听.
About Triple R Brothers
Triple R Brothers is a family-owned group of companies operating in the lumber & building materials and construction services industry. Over 75 years and 4 generations, our focus has been simple: Let our talented teams provide honest and timely service to professionals and homeowners. We believe our team members know how to best serve their customers. Our role is to provide capital, a growth mindset, employee benefits, and back-of-house operations to support their vision. Whether you are considering retirement or are looking to partner and grow, consider joining the Triple R Brothers family of companies. Our business retains the Ritter family鈥檚 values and culture that all started in 1947.
