“Ryan Kemp has been an invaluable capital for UFP for more than two decades,” said Tarvin UFP Retail Solutions President from Kemp's promotion. “His extensive experience in the areas of retail, strong leadership qualities and stable management style make it perfect to guide the brand for growing decksators.”
At over 20 years in the building and wood industry, Kemp 2001 came to UFP as an account manager in Windsor, Colorado. He moved to Woodburn, Oregon, where he continued his promotion to new roles, including Sales Manager in 2013, Operations Manager in 2014, GMO in 2015 and Vice President of Operations 2018. 2019 was appointed Vice President of Prowood.
“We have undertaken to cross boundaries with new solutions and at the same time strengthen our existing product mix,” said Kemp. “Decorators will invest 250 million US dollars in these efforts over the next five years.”
“Innovation is about more than new products. It's about solving real problems, ”said Kemp. “Decorators Offers composite deck materials for three different categories – dealers, contractors and consumers – and the large distinction feature for decorators is the customer focus. Regardless of whether it is a solution for a handrail or a complete deck guide, the cover ore are there for our customers. We are more than just a supplier. Deckorators are a supportive partner and consultant. “
“I am very happy to take on this new role,” said Kemp. “At the moment there is a lot of momentum behind the deckorator brand. We have something that no one else offers and plans to continue product development, capital improvements and investments. “