John Veraar- Liberty
“One of my favorite things about working at SFP is the comradery of the entire Liberty team. I also enjoy being the occasional resident chef for all that work so hard supporting the sales team, and by getting the orders out on time.”
John is a dedicated Product Specialist who has been with Snavely for nine years. John’s previous roles include a Division Manager, Project Manager, and Contractor Supervisor.
Outside of work, John is a devoted family man. He is married to wife, Becky, and is a loving father to stepchildren, Katie and David, and his daughter, Caity. His hobbies include home improvement projects, and participating in his church, serving as an elder and co-chair, demonstrating his dedication to his community.
He remarkably recovered from open heart surgery and returned to work the following week. His customers were delighted for his return, because of his product knowledge, expertise and commitment to excellence.
Sales Manager, Steve Cheffy quotes, “John has been a great asset to the Liberty team since he has come on board. As a seasoned sales professional John has taken the Trex Product Specialist position to the next level, offering our customers exceptional attention and service unmatched in our market. John’s work ethic, reliability and high-quality work continues to exceed expectations.”
Kaitlyn Corrick- International
“I love the environment and how kind my coworkers are. They are always willing to help and everyone is very welcoming. It is a much calmer job compared to working at the vet or accounting office, which I also really appreciate.”
We are delighted to highlight Kaitlyn, as a valued member of our shareholder community. Kaitlyn has been serving as an Office Administrator at our International branch for one year, bringing her prior experience to her role. Her dedication and professionalism have made her an integral part of our team.
She enjoys hiking, cooking, listening to Taylor Swift, and playing Sims. These activities not only provide her with relaxation and enjoyment but also reflect her love for nature, culinary arts, music, and gaming.
Kaitlyn’s accomplishments are impressive and varied. She has become a vet assistant, learned coding to build apps, and even managed to obtain tickets to the Taylor Swift Eras tour.
Lester Bracy, Purchasing Manager quotes, “Kaitlyn is a great asset to the team. She is always willing to help where she is needed and is a pleasure to work with.”
Justin Gesmond- Pittsburgh
“Working at Snavely offers me the unique opportunity to merge my professional life with my love for the outdoors.”
Justin Gesmond, a valued member of our shareholder community in Pittsburgh. Justin joined us four months ago and has been making significant contributions in our decking department. Before Snavely, Justin worked as a custodian at a local high school.
When he’s not at work, Justin is an avid sports video game player and enjoys spending time outdoors with his dog.
One of Justin’s proudest moments is becoming independent and moving out on his own.
Operations Manager, John Pryor quotes, “Justin is a quick learner, who is always ready and willing to help.”
Dale Gloeckl- Headquarters
“I was greeted with a warm welcome from not only the HQ team, but the entire Snavely organization!”
We are happy to shine a light on Dale Gloeckl who joined Snavely 4 months ago, accepting the role of Senior Accountant. His previous work experience has made him a great addition to the accounting team. Dale worked for PNC bank for 8 years, and Eriks North America for 2 years as well.
Outside of work, Dale enjoys spending time at the gym. His passion for staying fit not only contributes to his personal well-being but also adds to his overall productivity and energy at work. In addition to his love for fitness, Dale shares a special bond with his pet Pitbull, Nala.
Mary Piplica, Controller quotes, “Dale is a great addition to our team. He has a keen eye for detail and is always willing to take on a challenge. We look forward to the support that he will provide to the team, during the audit. He is a talented and promising employee.”
Steven Spencer- Westminster
“Having the ability to operate heavy machinery, such as a forklift has been one of my favorite aspects of working for Snavely.”
The Westminster division is delighted to shine a spotlight on one of our valued shareholders, Steven. He is a 2-year employee with Snavely, working as both an order puller and a truck loader/ unloader.
Steven’s passion for drawing is not just a hobby, but a way of life. His artwork serves as a testament to his belief in the power of creativity and its ability to inspire and uplift. But Steven’s world doesn’t just revolve around his art. As a father of three, he juggles the demands of parenthood as well.
Matt Worley, Foreman Quotes, “He is a dedicated hard worker and takes pride in his work. He is up for learning new things which makes him a great team player for our warehouse.”
Terry Frank- Denver
“Snavely is truly a family-like work environment on a large scale. The management team gives the freedom to be creative and innovative in our work operations and the employees make every day enjoyable through collaboration and teamwork.”
Our Denver Division’s Terry Frank, began his journey with Snavely almost 24 years ago. He has held the positions of Inside Sales representative and spent a majority of his successful career as a Senior Account Manager. He has 14 years of experience in our industry prior to joining our team.
He is happily married to his wife, Stacey and is a proud father to Bryan and Brittany. His family, which also includes two dogs, Dexter and Samson, is his greatest accomplishment. One of Terry’s other notable accomplishments is his stable career path, having only two employers in 38 years.
When not working, Terry indulges in a variety of hobbies. He is a sports enthusiast, and a car racing aficionado. He also finds excitement in gambling.
General Manager, Bryan Craig quotes, “Terry is one of the best salespeople I have had the opportunity to work with in my career. He is constantly pushing the team to be better and building relationships and business that make Snavely Forest Products a success.”
Kaci Nichols- Gonzales
“My favorite aspect of being an SFP shareholder is the amount of support I receive from my leadership. In my professional life, I’ve experienced work environments that talk results, but management actions do not align with their desire. I’m incredibly fortunate to have leadership that establishes challenging, but attainable goals.”
We are thrilled to spotlight Kaci, a Mass Merchant Field Service Rep at our Gonzales location. Kaci has been with us for 9 months and has already made a significant impact on our team. She has previously held roles of merchandising reset team lead, HR Assistant, car sales, and teacher, which have given her a diverse skill set that she brings to her current role.
Kaci and her boyfriend of 2 years, Kyle enjoy spending time outdoors. Her hobbies include fishing, overlanding, and traveling to national parks. She has visited 12 national parks so far and is always looking for new adventures.
Kaci’s greatest accomplishment is being able to achieve 88%store capture within our market in just 8 short months.
Marshall Owens, General Manager quotes, “In her first year in a new industry, for a new branch, and with new products, Kaci Nichols has established repeat business with 70 NEW ship-to locations for SFP-Gonzales! What else can I say, she’s crushing it!”