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Your Guide to the Best Building Materials for Your Project
Since our founding in 1957, Russin has been committed to offering the best building materials available to our customers. Through three generations of management, we've continued to grow and adapt to the evolving demands of the building industry, with each new generation forging a path that has kept Russin on the forefront of trends and innovation. After all, we're not just here to sell building materials. We're here to serve as a guide for our customers, from contractors to homeowners to designers, as you search for the best products for your project. We keep a finger on the pulse of the industry, and carefully curate a selection of products and brands that bridge the gap between innovation and function, across a broad spectrum of prices, aesthetics, and materials. We're proud to have exclusive distribution of some of the most in-demand brands in the world, and have invested in ensuring our staff are true experts within the industry. We know that "best" means something different for every project - and we're committed to helping you make the right choice. This commitment led the way to some significant changes in the business in 2020. As Russin Lumber Corp. expanded, the need for a name to represent the variety of building materials we carry arose. Russin Lumber Corp. became, simply, Russin. Though the name has changed, our commitments to offering the best building materials available and support in your decision-making process have not. Decide on the best with Russin.
The Russin Team
Jordan Russin
Co-President
Jordan joined Russin in 2002, following a stint in the world of journalism. In his early days, he moved from role to role, getting a good feel for nearly every position within the company. As co-president, Jordan has landed in a customer-centered role, taking the wheel on the front lines of sales and specialty products - bringing in many of the premier brands and exclusive products you see in our catalog today. The broad experience he gained in his earlier sales roles allowed him to make important connections within the industry, enabling him to continue to stay on top of burgeoning trends and needs within market segments, and use a global sourcing network to develop in-house specialty brands. Jordan is committed to staying on the cutting-edge of the building materials industry, and leads the company with an eye on the future. Jordan sees Russin as the distribution leader for a new generation of builders, designers, and buyers.
Adam Russin
Co-President
Adam joined Russin in 2008, and quickly set his sights on turning Russin into a lean company - a business that creates additional value to customers through improved efficiencies. Adam knew from a young age that he wanted to work for Russin someday, but his father insisted that he spend at least three years doing something else first. Adam chose advertising sales, and was happy to make the transition to the family company. As co-president, Adam oversees many of the company operations, including purchasing, using his analytical and process-driven mindset to streamline, optimize and improve protocols. Since coming on-board, he has also become a bona fide pine expert - some may even call him a "Pinestein," with particularly expert knowledge in the world of wood. Adam is driven to lead Russin to become a company that utilizes innovation and advanced technology to better serve both customers and employees.
Barry Russin
Barry joined his father in 1972, and led the way in Russin's expansion into new markets, as well as significant internal growth. Barry oversaw the addition of industry-first advances in Southern Yellow Pine distribution, as well as the company expansion into its current facility in Montgomery, NY. Barry had, and continues to have, an entrepreneur's mindset, understanding the need for Russin to constantly evolve its product lines and services to meet the needs of customers. The path carved by Barry created many new opportunities for Russin while staying true to the foundational values that have allowed Russin to continue to serve its customers.
Leonard Russin
Founder
Lenny founded Russin Lumber in 1957. After returning home from WWII, where he earned two bronze stars, he worked as a forklift operator for several years before striking out on his own. Lenny's tenacity and extraordinary work ethic, combined with a unique gift for listening to and responding to his customers' needs, led to him quickly making a mark on the industry and carving out a permanent space as a premier supplier of lumber and other building materials. Lenny's leadership created a nimble, customer-centered business that continues to operate under the same principles of tenacity, hard work, and empathy on which Russin was founded.
Russin Employee Directory
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| Name & Bio | Title | Office Number | Cell Number | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jason Bruno Jason joined the building industry in 2002. He is grateful to spend each day doing what he is passionate about and always puts his customers first. This sports fanatic spends his free time with family, working out, cooking and enjoying a nice bourbon and cigar from time to time. |
Director of Sales |
jbruno@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
781-733-6313 |
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Dan Byrne Dan was born and raised in Dumont, NJ. He now lives with his wife in Park Ridge. Dan has been in Construction materials for 11 years. When not working around the house, Dan will probably be found on the golf course with some friends, the hiking trails with his wife, or lounging in the Catskills with family. |
New Jersey and Long Island |
dbyrne@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
201-658-5995 |
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Lauren Litwin Lauren has lived and breathed the lumber business for all of her adult life, having been working the New England territory for 13 years. One of her favorite sayings is ” you have two ears and one mouth for a reason. Listen more than you talk.” She intently listens to her customers’ needs to learn how she can assist in their successes. While this industry covers her career path, her outside activities are very broad. From the mountains to the lakes, she loves outdoor adventures with family and friends. Being happily married with three children keeps her on the go! |
Main, Southern New Hampshire, Vermont, and North Shore Massachusetts |
llitwin@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
603-921-0933 |
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Matthew Medoff Matthew loves living in the city of Hoboken. He’s been with Russin Lumber for 10 years where he started as an outside rep and now is our Outside Sales Manager. Matt is a huge NY Giants football fan and during every home game you can find him putting on the most delicious tailgate you can imagine. Matt also loves to travel to far off places with his closest friends. |
Finishing and Milling Director |
mmedoff@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-661-5988 |
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Mike Mellor Originally from upstate New York, Mike has lived in the Hudson Valley since 1984. He’s been in our industry since 2000 and has been doing business with close friends ever since. In his time off he loves to travel, play golf and softball, and spend time with his two daughters and four beautiful grandchildren. |
Western CT and Lower Hudson Valley |
mmellor@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
914-204-4334 |
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Matt Dansbury Matt Dansbury joined Russin Lumber in 2022, he came in with over 15 years of sales experience from various industries. Matt is a diehard Philadelphia Phillies & Eagles fan, and an avid hunter. When he is not with his Russin family, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife Kelly and their son Grant. |
Eastern Pennsylvania and NJ South of Belmar |
mdansbury@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
267-637-6208 |
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Vincent DeMaio Vincent began his career with Russin in 1984. He services customers throughout our trading area, but his heart and his accent are definitively New York City. Vinnie is both a great company asset and a pleasure to be around, and clearly he values commitment – he’s been married since 1971 and now boasts six grandchildren. Vinnie loves to cook, spend time in the pool, and mostly just to be with the family he values most.
|
Inside Sales Representative |
vinnie@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-551-4503 |
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Terry Hraniotis Terry’s passion for the lumber industry began at the tender age of 14. He joined the Russin team in 1990 and has been cultivating close relationships with his customer base ever since. Terry believes in arriving early, staying late and do your best for your customers, a work ethic reflected in his being awarded Inside Sales Representative of the Year by five times by the WNYLDA. He is an avid sports enthusiast both on and off the field, spending his off hours volunteering as the President of a local fast pitch girls softball organization. He is blessed by his marriage to his wife MaryBeth and his 3 grown children Sarah, Alexandra, and Jake with new additions Son-in-law Luke (also in the building industry) and grandson D.J. |
Director of New Business Development |
otis23@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-220-6463 |
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Kyle Bender Kyle is new to the lumber industry in 2022 and came with 10 years of experience in sales. He was born and raised in Wappingers Falls where he now resides with his wife and two beautiful children. His love for the building industry started young while working over the summers for his father in carpentry. He very much enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, going for runs, and doing projects around the house. |
Inside Sales Representative |
kbender@russin.com |
800-724-0100 |
845-649-3978 |
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Kevin McNeilly Kevin has been in the lumber industry since he was young, working in lumber mills during his summers while growing up in Oregon. Since joining Russin in 2001, he’s been able to use that knowledge based for the benefit of his customers. Kevin is known for his amazing smoked ribs and other culinary delights which he frequently shares with his coworkers. Outside of work you’ll find him doing hiking, kayaking, gardening and being the Assistant Scout master to his local boy scout troop. |
Inside Sales Representative |
kmcneilly@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-537-1676 |
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Rich Protsko Jr. Rich joined Russin in 2014 and brings to the company a deep knowledge of the building products industry, architectural design and the laws of physics. Known in the office as “Junior,” he has a rapidly growing customer base and also helps to lead our architectural sales team. He’s a proud father to two beautiful sons and is, along with his father, the reigning Russin cornhole champion. Rich’s interests are deep and varied and his customers all appreciate working with a true renaissance man. |
Inside Sales Representative |
rp2@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-978-8400 |
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Ryan Rotondo When Ryan joined Russin Lumber in 2018, he came in with over ten years of sales experience from a number of different industries but was entirely new to the lumber world. He soon discovered that this is where he belongs and has enjoyed blending his roles of inside sales and product management. Ryan is a diehard Green Bay Packers fan, a huge history buff, and an avid gamer. When he is not with his Russin family, Ryan enjoys spending time with his girlfriend and their two adorable chihuahuas. |
Product Manager and Inside Sales Representative |
rrotondo@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-800-5062 |
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Steve Vaccaro Steve is a 28 year veteran of our industry and a Desert Storm Veteran. He takes a no nonsense, efficient approach to taking care of his customers and his purchasing responsibilities. Outside of work, he can’t be found. |
Product Manager |
svac@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-863-5526 |
|
Diane VanTassell Diane blends business with pleasure every day – while she’s a fierce advocate for her customers, you can almost always find her laughing on the sales floor. She’s been with Russin since 1996 and has worked with customers throughout our 13 state trading area. In her free time, Diane and her husband Don can usually be found in their camper, relaxing off the grid, spending time with family or driving rescued spaniels to their forever homes. |
Inside Sales Representative |
diane@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-546-0346 |
|
Ryan Wittig Ryan is a newcomer to the lumber industry, but he is loving each day more and more. With experience in logistics management, he is able to bring a fresh take to providing great product support to the amazing sales team at Russin Lumber. Ryan is an avid skier, who wishes it could be winter all year long. When it’s not snowing, you can find Ryan hiking, playing his guitar, or enjoying local events. |
Product Manager |
rwittig@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-242-7411 |
|
Brandon Dickson Brandon Dickson has been a friendly face at the company since 2016. He takes pride in his problem solving ability and being extremely detail oriented—all while maintaining a smile. Brandon is a sports fanatic and if he’s not playing them, he can usually be found watching a game when he’s not at work; he is a die-hard Los Angeles Rams and New York Yankees fan. He’s also a craft beer enthusiast and even brews his own on occasion. |
Traffic Manager/Inside Sales |
bdickson@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-551-1222 |
|
Brendan Carney Brendan Carney has been working with building products his entire career. He’s had his own framing company, worked in the hardwood business, then spent over another decade in the field owning his own full-service contracting company. He brings this knowledge base to Russin along with a great sense of humor and balky knees from his past hockey career. When not working, Brendan is focused on raising his family, and on spending free time at the gym or in the woods. |
Western New York and Western Pennsylvania |
bcarney@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
585-813-7272 |
|
Kimberley Rodriguez Kim Rodriguez has been in the building materials industry her entire career. Versatile and ambitious, she has grown through various roles within the business and brings a vast knowledge of products and their applications to Russin. Kim possesses a strong ability to problem solve customers needs, helping to make the outcome successful for all. When not working, Kim enjoys spending time with her husband and raising her two young and rambunctious sons. She loves tending to her garden beds and getting her hands dirty. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends at the family’s camp on the water. Although Kim has building products expertise in various states, she is a Massachusetts native at heart. |
Massachusetts, Eastern CT, and Rhode Island |
krodriguez@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
774-644-0159 |
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Kelly McNeilly Kelly is not just our Director of Marketing; she’s our do-it-all superstar. “The straw that stirs the drink,” she’s to be the go-to person for the sales team, ensuring they have everything they need to provide our customers with all the tools to promote our brands. In her free time Kelly enjoys hiking, kayaking, cooking and spending any time she can with her family and friends. |
Director of Marketing |
kelly@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-283-5153 |
|
Gil Arellano Gilberto, or Gil, is new to the lumber industry but comes with over 9yrs of sales experience in various fields. He’s excited to learn a new profession and to contribute to Russin’s continued success. When not in the office he enjoys spending time outdoors in nature or exploring a new city. |
Sales and Purchasing Assistant |
garellano@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845.541.9041 |
|
Nick DeCeglia Nick was born and raised on Long Island and played college lacrosse at SUNY Plattsburgh. Prior to Russin he recruited sales representatives in the healthcare space for five years. In his spare time you can find him on the golf course, in the gym or with family and friends. |
Western CT and Lower Hudson Valley |
ndeceglia@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
631.804.6270 |
|
Larry Gately Larry joined Russin in 2023 with 22 years experience of manufacturing and warehouse management expertise. He is a data driven soul that would prefer to talk in numbers than in words. Larry has led the launches of 5 new facilities over the last ten years with a passion for standard work, training and engagement. After moving around the country for the last several years he is excited about moving back to New York State and making the Hudson Valley his home. When not at work he can be found |
Continuous Improvement Manager |
lgately@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
347.392.8333 |
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Nick Iuele Originally from Jersey, “Nickie Vowels” moved up to the Hudson Valley in January 2023 with his wife and son. He worked in the fast paced world of New York City construction operations for seven years before making the jump to the lumber industry with Russin. He’s the office coffee connoisseur and a lover of all things food & beverage, New York Yankees baseball, and hiking the vast trails of the Hudson Valley and beyond. |
Product Manager |
nick@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
908.433.3002 |
| Name & Bio | Title | Office Number | Cell Number | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jason Bruno Jason joined the building industry in 2002. He is grateful to spend each day doing what he is passionate about and always puts his customers first. This sports fanatic spends his free time with family, working out, cooking and enjoying a nice bourbon and cigar from time to time. |
Director of Sales |
jbruno@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
781-733-6313 |
|
Dan Byrne Dan was born and raised in Dumont, NJ. He now lives with his wife in Park Ridge. Dan has been in Construction materials for 11 years. When not working around the house, Dan will probably be found on the golf course with some friends, the hiking trails with his wife, or lounging in the Catskills with family. |
New Jersey and Long Island |
dbyrne@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
201-658-5995 |
|
Lauren Litwin Lauren has lived and breathed the lumber business for all of her adult life, having been working the New England territory for 13 years. One of her favorite sayings is ” you have two ears and one mouth for a reason. Listen more than you talk.” She intently listens to her customers’ needs to learn how she can assist in their successes. While this industry covers her career path, her outside activities are very broad. From the mountains to the lakes, she loves outdoor adventures with family and friends. Being happily married with three children keeps her on the go! |
Main, Southern New Hampshire, Vermont, and North Shore Massachusetts |
llitwin@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
603-921-0933 |
|
Matthew Medoff Matthew loves living in the city of Hoboken. He’s been with Russin Lumber for 10 years where he started as an outside rep and now is our Outside Sales Manager. Matt is a huge NY Giants football fan and during every home game you can find him putting on the most delicious tailgate you can imagine. Matt also loves to travel to far off places with his closest friends. |
Finishing and Milling Director |
mmedoff@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-661-5988 |
|
Mike Mellor Originally from upstate New York, Mike has lived in the Hudson Valley since 1984. He’s been in our industry since 2000 and has been doing business with close friends ever since. In his time off he loves to travel, play golf and softball, and spend time with his two daughters and four beautiful grandchildren. |
Western CT and Lower Hudson Valley |
mmellor@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
914-204-4334 |
|
Matt Dansbury Matt Dansbury joined Russin Lumber in 2022, he came in with over 15 years of sales experience from various industries. Matt is a diehard Philadelphia Phillies & Eagles fan, and an avid hunter. When he is not with his Russin family, Matt enjoys spending time with his wife Kelly and their son Grant. |
Eastern Pennsylvania and NJ South of Belmar |
mdansbury@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
267-637-6208 |
|
Vincent DeMaio Vincent began his career with Russin in 1984. He services customers throughout our trading area, but his heart and his accent are definitively New York City. Vinnie is both a great company asset and a pleasure to be around, and clearly he values commitment – he’s been married since 1971 and now boasts six grandchildren. Vinnie loves to cook, spend time in the pool, and mostly just to be with the family he values most.
|
Inside Sales Representative |
vinnie@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-551-4503 |
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Terry Hraniotis Terry’s passion for the lumber industry began at the tender age of 14. He joined the Russin team in 1990 and has been cultivating close relationships with his customer base ever since. Terry believes in arriving early, staying late and do your best for your customers, a work ethic reflected in his being awarded Inside Sales Representative of the Year by five times by the WNYLDA. He is an avid sports enthusiast both on and off the field, spending his off hours volunteering as the President of a local fast pitch girls softball organization. He is blessed by his marriage to his wife MaryBeth and his 3 grown children Sarah, Alexandra, and Jake with new additions Son-in-law Luke (also in the building industry) and grandson D.J. |
Director of New Business Development |
otis23@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-220-6463 |
|
Kyle Bender Kyle is new to the lumber industry in 2022 and came with 10 years of experience in sales. He was born and raised in Wappingers Falls where he now resides with his wife and two beautiful children. His love for the building industry started young while working over the summers for his father in carpentry. He very much enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, going for runs, and doing projects around the house. |
Inside Sales Representative |
kbender@russin.com |
800-724-0100 |
845-649-3978 |
|
Kevin McNeilly Kevin has been in the lumber industry since he was young, working in lumber mills during his summers while growing up in Oregon. Since joining Russin in 2001, he’s been able to use that knowledge based for the benefit of his customers. Kevin is known for his amazing smoked ribs and other culinary delights which he frequently shares with his coworkers. Outside of work you’ll find him doing hiking, kayaking, gardening and being the Assistant Scout master to his local boy scout troop. |
Inside Sales Representative |
kmcneilly@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-537-1676 |
|
Rich Protsko Jr. Rich joined Russin in 2014 and brings to the company a deep knowledge of the building products industry, architectural design and the laws of physics. Known in the office as “Junior,” he has a rapidly growing customer base and also helps to lead our architectural sales team. He’s a proud father to two beautiful sons and is, along with his father, the reigning Russin cornhole champion. Rich’s interests are deep and varied and his customers all appreciate working with a true renaissance man. |
Inside Sales Representative |
rp2@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-978-8400 |
|
Ryan Rotondo When Ryan joined Russin Lumber in 2018, he came in with over ten years of sales experience from a number of different industries but was entirely new to the lumber world. He soon discovered that this is where he belongs and has enjoyed blending his roles of inside sales and product management. Ryan is a diehard Green Bay Packers fan, a huge history buff, and an avid gamer. When he is not with his Russin family, Ryan enjoys spending time with his girlfriend and their two adorable chihuahuas. |
Product Manager and Inside Sales Representative |
rrotondo@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-800-5062 |
|
Steve Vaccaro Steve is a 28 year veteran of our industry and a Desert Storm Veteran. He takes a no nonsense, efficient approach to taking care of his customers and his purchasing responsibilities. Outside of work, he can’t be found. |
Product Manager |
svac@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-863-5526 |
|
Diane VanTassell Diane blends business with pleasure every day – while she’s a fierce advocate for her customers, you can almost always find her laughing on the sales floor. She’s been with Russin since 1996 and has worked with customers throughout our 13 state trading area. In her free time, Diane and her husband Don can usually be found in their camper, relaxing off the grid, spending time with family or driving rescued spaniels to their forever homes. |
Inside Sales Representative |
diane@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-546-0346 |
|
Ryan Wittig Ryan is a newcomer to the lumber industry, but he is loving each day more and more. With experience in logistics management, he is able to bring a fresh take to providing great product support to the amazing sales team at Russin Lumber. Ryan is an avid skier, who wishes it could be winter all year long. When it’s not snowing, you can find Ryan hiking, playing his guitar, or enjoying local events. |
Product Manager |
rwittig@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-242-7411 |
|
Brandon Dickson Brandon Dickson has been a friendly face at the company since 2016. He takes pride in his problem solving ability and being extremely detail oriented—all while maintaining a smile. Brandon is a sports fanatic and if he’s not playing them, he can usually be found watching a game when he’s not at work; he is a die-hard Los Angeles Rams and New York Yankees fan. He’s also a craft beer enthusiast and even brews his own on occasion. |
Traffic Manager/Inside Sales |
bdickson@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-551-1222 |
|
Brendan Carney Brendan Carney has been working with building products his entire career. He’s had his own framing company, worked in the hardwood business, then spent over another decade in the field owning his own full-service contracting company. He brings this knowledge base to Russin along with a great sense of humor and balky knees from his past hockey career. When not working, Brendan is focused on raising his family, and on spending free time at the gym or in the woods. |
Western New York and Western Pennsylvania |
bcarney@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
585-813-7272 |
|
Kimberley Rodriguez Kim Rodriguez has been in the building materials industry her entire career. Versatile and ambitious, she has grown through various roles within the business and brings a vast knowledge of products and their applications to Russin. Kim possesses a strong ability to problem solve customers needs, helping to make the outcome successful for all. When not working, Kim enjoys spending time with her husband and raising her two young and rambunctious sons. She loves tending to her garden beds and getting her hands dirty. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends at the family’s camp on the water. Although Kim has building products expertise in various states, she is a Massachusetts native at heart. |
Massachusetts, Eastern CT, and Rhode Island |
krodriguez@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
774-644-0159 |
|
Kelly McNeilly Kelly is not just our Director of Marketing; she’s our do-it-all superstar. “The straw that stirs the drink,” she’s to be the go-to person for the sales team, ensuring they have everything they need to provide our customers with all the tools to promote our brands. In her free time Kelly enjoys hiking, kayaking, cooking and spending any time she can with her family and friends. |
Director of Marketing |
kelly@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845-283-5153 |
|
Gil Arellano Gilberto, or Gil, is new to the lumber industry but comes with over 9yrs of sales experience in various fields. He’s excited to learn a new profession and to contribute to Russin’s continued success. When not in the office he enjoys spending time outdoors in nature or exploring a new city. |
Sales and Purchasing Assistant |
garellano@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
845.541.9041 |
|
Nick DeCeglia Nick was born and raised on Long Island and played college lacrosse at SUNY Plattsburgh. Prior to Russin he recruited sales representatives in the healthcare space for five years. In his spare time you can find him on the golf course, in the gym or with family and friends. |
Western CT and Lower Hudson Valley |
ndeceglia@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
631.804.6270 |
|
Larry Gately Larry joined Russin in 2023 with 22 years experience of manufacturing and warehouse management expertise. He is a data driven soul that would prefer to talk in numbers than in words. Larry has led the launches of 5 new facilities over the last ten years with a passion for standard work, training and engagement. After moving around the country for the last several years he is excited about moving back to New York State and making the Hudson Valley his home. When not at work he can be found |
Continuous Improvement Manager |
lgately@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
347.392.8333 |
|
Nick Iuele Originally from Jersey, “Nickie Vowels” moved up to the Hudson Valley in January 2023 with his wife and son. He worked in the fast paced world of New York City construction operations for seven years before making the jump to the lumber industry with Russin. He’s the office coffee connoisseur and a lover of all things food & beverage, New York Yankees baseball, and hiking the vast trails of the Hudson Valley and beyond. |
Product Manager |
nick@russin.com |
800-724-0010 |
908.433.3002 |
Building A Family Vision
Russin has been shaped by each new generation of leadership, but it’s a shared respect that keeps the company moving forward – respect for the industry, respect for the products, respect for the employees, but most of all respect for each other. As a family owned and operated business, it would be easy to fall into complacency. But the Russin family has tenacity in their blood, and the lessons learned from the generations before are a driving force in each decision made.
As Adam and Jordan Russin steer the ship today, they’re quick to tell you that they were set up for success by their father and grandfather. Lenny laid the groundwork for the company, setting a daily example of strength, empathy, and determination. In the beginning stages of Russin, many ventures were tested as they found their footing. Barry’s vision for the future created a well-rounded company with in-house production and a broad catalog of products. As Barry prepared his sons for the future, he first ensured they were well-rounded as people, insisting they both explore other ventures before joining the family company – their leadership roles were not a foregone conclusion.
“Working in a family business brings a set of interesting dynamics,” Adam Russin has said. “Jordan and I work well together because we have different strengths that complement each other. It’s good to have the balance, and to have a reminder that both of our perspectives are valid.”
The Russin family has always allowed individuals to shine. The current management team of Adam and Jordan works well because they’re brothers, not in spite of that. They are both quick to credit the examples and teachings of their father and grandfather for their current success.
“We’re fortunate to have been taught by true visionary leaders who cared about each employee as much as they cared about us,” says Jordan. “It allowed us to learn the right way, without being coddled or told everything is perfect when it isn’t. That created the foundation for long-term success in each of our careers.”
Though Russin is owned by people bearing that surname, the Russin family is considerably larger. Employees have a tendency to stay with the company for decades, because they feel valued and respected. For Russin, the vision of the future has always been rooted in the past.
Russin Lumber Corp. Founded
January 1, 1957
Russin Lumber Corp. is founded as a wholesaler and distributor of wooden staircase materials.
Barry Russin Joins
January 1, 1972
Barry Russin joins the family business and becomes its 6th employee.
New Facility Opens
January 1, 1978
Russin Lumber Corp. moves to a new, larger facility to accommodate expanded in-house services.
Innovation in Pine
January 1, 1980
Russin Lumber Corp. becomes the first wholesaler to have raw Southern Yellow Pine custom treated in the south. Hello, innovation!
Move to Montgomery
January 1, 1988
The current Russin facility is built in Mongomery, NY, with room for expansion.
Factory Finishing Opens
January 1, 1997
Russin begins offering in-house factory finishing to put finished products in the hands of customers.
Jordan Russin Joins
January 1, 2002
Jordan Russin joins the family business. There are now far more than 6 employees.
Adam Russin Joins
January 1, 2008
Adam Russin joins the family business.
Barry Russin Retires
January 1, 2017
Barry Russin announces his retirement. Well, mostly. You may still occasionally catch him in the offices.
Russin Gets a New Name
January 1, 2020
Russin Lumber Corp. becomes, simply, Russin.
Serving Northeast Builders and Suppliers for Three Generations
Russin is proud to be family owner and operated since our founding in 1957.
