The Lester Group announced the appointment of Dana Cowart as its new president. The strategic appointment is effective immediately, as the company seeks to leverage Cowart’s extensive experience in the industry to drive forward its strategic initiatives and enhance operational effectiveness.

Cowart joins The Lester Group with an impressive background of experience, spanning over 25 years in the building supply sector. Most recently, Cowart held several executive roles at TAL Building Centers, a $275 million company known for its extensive network of building supply locations across the Pacific Northwest. During his decade at TAL Building Centers, Cowart excelled in various capacities, including vice president of acquisitions, vice president of sales and marketing, director of operations, regional manager and general manager.

Before his tenure at TAL Building Centers, Cowart was part of the OrePac Building Supply organization, where he managed one of its door manufacturing operations for three years. He embarked on his career in the building supply industry with Lanoga/Pro Build, where he served in several key managerial positions for 12 years, cultivating a deep understanding and expertise that he now brings to The Lester Group.

“The Lester Group is thrilled to welcome Dana Cowart as our new president,” said Jay Dickens, CEO of The Lester Group. “His visionary leadership and proven expertise in the building materials industry are exactly what our company needs as we continue to grow and adapt in an ever-evolving marketplace. We are confident that Dana will bring new insights and drive significant growth for our company.”

“I am honored to help lead The Lester Group and build upon the solid foundation that this esteemed company has established in the industry,” Cowart stated. “I look forward to working closely with the talented team here and driving our mission to deliver outstanding value and service to our customers while expanding our market presence.”

The Lester Group is excited about the wealth of experience and the fresh perspective Cowart brings as it continues to serve its clients with high-quality building materials and innovative solutions.