Chairman and CEO Roy O. Martin III announces a series of key executive leadership changes set to take effect next month, underscoring the company鈥檚 long-standing commitment to continuity, strength, and innovation.
Vice President of Plywood Jeremy Burford Promoted to Executive Vice President of Manufacturing and Sales
Jeremy Burford will be promoted to executive vice president of manufacturing and sales, effective August 2025. He will retain his leadership of the Martco L.L.C. plywood facility and timber mill, while also taking on expanded responsibilities for the Martco L.L.C. OSB facility in Louisiana, Corrigan OSB, L.L.C. in Texas, and ROMEX, our sales and marketing division.
Burford鈥檚 expertise in manufacturing operations and sales will help ensure the continued excellence and innovation our customers have come to expect. 听
Vice President of Land and Timber Cade Young Promoted to Executive Vice President of Martin Timberlands and Supply Chain
Cade Young will be promoted to executive vice president of Martin Timberlands and supply chain, effective August 2025. In his expanded role, Young will continue to lead RoyOMartin鈥檚 timber land operations, Walsh Timber Company L.L.C., and Martin鈥檚 mineral division, while also assuming responsibility for the company鈥檚 supply chain functions, including purchasing and logistics throughout the organization.
Young鈥檚 strategic insight and deep knowledge of our land resources make him exceptionally qualified to lead this expanded portfolio.
Both Burford and Young will report to President and Chief Operating Officer E. Scott Poole.
Terry Secrest to Retire in April 2026
Current Executive Vice President of Manufacturing and Sales Terry Secrest will assume an advisory role at Corrigan OSB, L.L.C., as he prepares to retire in April 2026. Secrest has been instrumental in RoyOMartin鈥檚 operational achievements and organizational growth during his 21 years with the company. We extend our deepest appreciation for his years of service and wish him all the best in his retirement.
