84 Lumber Marks Women in Construction Week

Roofing NewsRoofing Supply Pro Women in Construction 84 Lumber Marks Women in Construction Week Company highlights three female leaders By Roofing Contractor Staff 84 Lumber March 3, 2026 84 Lumber is marking Women in Construction Week, March 1–7, by highlighting three female employees and their career paths in the building materials industry. The Pennsylvania-based supplier, which operates 320 facilities in 34 states, said the initiative aims to promote opportunities for women across construction and building materials. “Women in Construction Week is about more than recognition; it's about visibility, opportunity, and momentum,” said Amy Smiley, vice president of marketing at 84 Lumber. “Supporting women at every stage of their careers strengthens our company and strengthens our industry.” The company spotlighted Allison Young, director of regional accounts for the Western division, based in Denver; Isabelle Schroeder, a customer sales manager in South Boston; and Alexandria Barber, a manager trainee in Ballston Spa, New York. Young joined 84 Lumber nine months ago after working in real estate, purchasing for a national builder and manufacturing. She said moving closer to the construction side of the business reshaped her career. “I went from selling the finished product to working alongside the people who actually make that product possible,” Young said. Schroeder, who joined the company in 2020 after meeting employees while in college, said she initially faced skepticis...