Russin

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.

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.