The Lester Group announced the appointment of Jerry Pennington as the new vice president of Fortress Door Company, effective immediately. Pennington brings over three decades of industry experience to his new role at Fortress Door, where he will be instrumental in guiding the company’s sales and operational strategies.

BuildBlock Building Systems, the manufacturer of BuildBlock Insulating Concrete Forms, announced the addition of Frank Gordon, Assoc. AIA, as the vice president for strategic development. Gordon will be leading the marketing, sales and technical teams and bringing them together to build relationships with industry leaders, stakeholders, developers, industry professionals and more, supporting BuildBlock’s growth initiatives.

Simpson Strong-Tie announced the promotion of Scott Lang to the newly created Vice President of Market Development for Residential Digital Solutions position. In his new role, Scott will help expand the company’s residential digital solutions, including developing innovative strategies that cater to customer needs and broaden market reach.

Holcim Building Envelope has announced the promotion of Lauren Pagano to president of adhesives, spray foam, coatings and sealants. In her expanded role, Pagano will oversee the newly launched Enverge brand of sustainable spray foam insulation, further integrating Holcim’s product offerings and enhancing service delivery.

KYOCERA SENCO Industrial Tools, Inc. announced the promotion of Tom Hodson to the role of Vice President of Marketing and Sales, effective in June. In this position, Hodson will lead the continued development and execution of SENCO’s marketing, communications and sales growth strategies.

The American Concrete Institute announced its 2024-2025 president, vice president and four board members. Michael J. Paul has been elected to serve as president of the institute for 2024-2025 and Scott M. Anderson has been elected as ACI Vice President for a two-year term.

Annie Kao, recently Simpson Strong-Tie’s Vice President of Engineering, has been promoted to a new role, vice president of strategic partnerships and engagement.

L&W Supply has promoted Mark Woodsum to vice president of its North Central Region. The region extends across 12 states and includes the following L&W Supply districts: Northern Plains, Midwest, East Central and Great Lakes.

York Flashings announced the promotion of Meagan Elfert, MBA, CDT, to the position of vice president. This promotion comes as a result of Elfert’s outstanding leadership and exceptional contributions to the organization.

The American Concrete Institute announced its 2023-2024 president, vice president and four board members. Antonio Nanni has been elected to serve as president of the Institute.