CARTER DERRICK E:CADERRICK@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (910)-769-9860 Carter Derrick was born and raised in Asheboro, NC. He has thirteen years of experience at East Coast Lumber where he believes in their motto of building your own reputation. A hard working family man, Carter strives every day to enhance the lives of his customers as the manager of ECL’s Wilmington wholesale and retail store. Carter has a degree in communication from UNCW, and currently resides in Wilmington, NC. He has been married to his wife, Lisa, for eight years now and has been blessed with four children – Clay, Crew, Clara, and Essie. He also enjoys surfing, fishing, and is an avid sports fan. “I love working for a company that is a leader in the lumber industry and has a commitment to family." -Carter Derrick CHARLIE DERRICK E: CDERRICK@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336)-333-5955 Charlie graduated from East Carolina in 1977, and started with East Coast Lumber on December 1st of that year. He is a native of Asheboro, NC. He has been married to his wife, Mary Alice, for 38 wonderful years. Charlie and Mary were very fortunate to have two children, Carter and Rebecca. Carter, who is the branch manager of the East Coast Lumber/Wilmington NC division, has 4 of Charlie’s grand-children, and Rebecca has given Charlie another grand-son as well. Charlie is one of the most successful members of the company, and he attributes that good fortune to his strong relationships with his suppliers and his valued customers. “Lee Ashburn gave me a chance, right out of school, to make a living with this company. I’m very proud and thankful to say that my family has benefited from that opportunity. I will be forever grateful.” -Charlie Derrick DEREK HOUSTON E: DHOUSTON@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336) 333-5953 Derek was excited to begin his professional career with East Coast Lumber after graduating from UNC Charlotte in 2013. He is a life-long resident of North Carolina and is currently in his fourth year with the company. He enjoys coming to work every day and taking on new challenges, all while providing the highest level of customer service possible. Derek is eager and determined to serve your business and provide valuable solutions for your company. When he is not at the office, Derek enjoys spending his time on the lake, playing golf, or being anywhere outdoors with his friends, family and his wife, Lexi. Other hobbies include hunting, traveling and going to live concerts. "A man is only as good as his relationships and only as strong as his word. I have found that the lumber business is built on the foundations of creating lasting and beneficial relationships while showcasing the most ethical and honest behavior possible." -Derek Houston DREW HOUSTON DREWHOUSTON@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336) 333-5961 Drew Houston is the newest member of the East Coast team, having started with us at the beginning of summer 2018. Drew graduated from UNC Charlotte in 2016 with a degree in Communication and minor in American Studies. Drew is new to the lumber business, but very eager to learn everything there is to know about the industry and serve his clients efficiently. Drew has lived in North Carolina his whole life and worked as a Zip line tour guide for nine years prior to starting his career. Drew maintains a very active lifestyle on his time off to better fuel his high-energy work attitude and enjoys spending time at Badin Lake with his friends and family on the weekends. MIKE JOHNSON E: MJOHNSON@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336) 333-5952 Mike has spent his entire life in North Carolina. He was born and raised in Asheboro, the town in which he still resides. After high school, Mike played 4 years of collegiate baseball at Pembroke State University. He returned home to Asheboro after graduating with a degree in Education and went into the furniture industry. After a few years, he took advantage of a great opportunity given to him by Johnny Hall and Lee Ashburn, and he began his career in the lumber industry with East Coast Lumber. Mike has now spent over 38 years with the company. Mike has been married for 41 years to his wonderful wife, Cathy. They have 3 children; Cynthia, Elizabeth, and Michael. Mike and Cathy have also been blessed with 4 grand-children. “After 38 years in the industry, it is still a great pleasure to come to work every day. I cherish the long-standing relationships that I have built throughout my career and wouldn’t trade them for the world.” –Mike Johnson LETTY LAUGHERY E: ECL@GVTC.COM P: (210) 844-4269 Letty started out in 1982 doing administrative duties for a major lumber producer and then, later, began working inside sales. Letty worked in distribution, mill sales and finally wholesale for East Coast Lumber. Letty believes that lumber becomes a part of you after years in the business. She feels that is a rewarding feeling to be able to work on behalf of a customer to get their job done. Working with integrity, fairness and a sense of loyalty is Letty's conviction in this industry. "Service is key and honesty above all. It is also important to remember to thank your customers regularly. This is my philosophy." -Letty Laughery BRYAN MARBERT E: BMARBERT@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: 336-333-5960 Bryan was born and raised in the Coastal Plains of North Carolina. He spent much of his childhood in GA where he was first introduced to southern yellow pine through logging of his grandfather’s land. After finishing high school, Bryan pursued his passions earning undergraduate degrees in natural resource management and business and finally an MS in Biology. Bryan worked as a biologist in KY for several years before returning to NC as a faculty member at a local college. After relocating back to NC, Bryan met his wife Leigh Anna and married in 2015. They welcomed their first child Max in May 2018. When not working Bryan enjoys his church, hunting, fly fishing and traveling with his small family. He joins the East Coast Wholesale Team eager to learn all aspects of production, sales and customer service. He’s excited about learning the lumber industry and serving ECL customers to grow their businesses. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to join this amazing organization and help grow this thriving business. I look forward to seeing my relationships grow with my team and our partners”. ROB MOORE E: ROB@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (910) 769-9861 Rob joined East Coast Lumber in 2014 after a lengthy career in Real Estate. He grew up in western North Carolina and now lives and works Wilmington, NC , where East Coast has a sales office. Rob is still very excited to be working at East Coast after almost 3 years with the company and loves coming to work everyday. When not selling lumber, Rob enjoys surfing, trail running, and hanging out with his three kids; Ben, Savannah and Kemsley. JAMIE ONKEN E: JONKEN@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336) 333-5982 Jamie was born in Darlington, South Carolina and moved to Asheboro, North Carolina when he was 13, graduating from Asheboro High in 2006. After school, Jamie worked in furniture and recycling before getting a chance to jump head first into the lumber business. Jamie spent his first three years with East Coast Lumber/Industrial Wood Products at the yard level, managing Shipping/Receiving and Inventory at both of our North Carolina locations. When Jamie is not at work, he can be found working at his church, fishing, reading a good book, or watching any televised sporting event. Jamie married his wife, Katherine, in May 2017, and the couple had a daughter, Arya, in May 2018. “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” -Michael Jordan TOM REKE E: TREKE@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (803) 608-3097 Tom graduated from Clemson University in 1986 with a degree in Forest Products. Originally from Bristol, Tennessee, he found his way to Clemson as a pole vaulter on the track team where he earned a varsity letter. In 1990, he married the love of his life Vicki. They have two wonderful children, Madison and Clay. Tom has worked with pine sawmills, distribution, and remanufacturers his whole working career. Tom and his family reside in Lexington, SC. He manages and operates the warehouse in Cayce, SC where he handles the sales and distribution of the flooring line as well as pursuing wholesale opportunities. Tom enjoys time with family and friends, playing golf, mountain biking, and serving in his church. “I am so thankful to be with East Coast Lumber, a company built on reputation and relationships. I look forward to helping our customers with all of their flooring and lumber needs.” –Tom Reke ERIN SHELLMAN E: ESHELLMAN@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336) 333-5980 Erin has a degree in Voice Performance from Mississippi College and attended graduate school at the University of Tennessee. She moved to North Carolina in November of 2016 to join East Coast Lumber. Erin’s professional experience has been predominately in sales, customer service and hospitality. She brings with her a passion for building relationships and making business personal. Erin has 2 children, Annie and Evan. She has a passion for community service. In Knoxville, she served on United Way’s loaned executive program; Knoxville Opera Guild Board; Chaired the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life; and was the Music Minister at North Side Christian Church for 8 years. “I feel very blessed to have an opportunity to begin a career with a company that values people. Employees, vendors, and customers are all important to East Coast Lumber, and that means a lot to me.” –Erin Shellman TAYLOR TANKERSLEY E: TTANKERSLEY@EASTCOASTONLINE.COM P: (336) 333-5951 After a childhood in Mississippi, Taylor attended the University of Alabama, where he played baseball for the Crimson Tide. Upon being drafted by the Florida Marlins, he left college early to begin an 8 year professional career. Along the journey, Taylor met his wife Lauren, who is a native of North Carolina. When his playing days were over, Taylor and Lauren moved back to North Carolina to start a family. They have been blessed with two children. Their son Huck is 7, and they welcomed their daughter Nora in May of 2018. Taylor kept his promise to his mother by finishing his under-graduate degree from Alabama. He did this at the same time he was beginning his career in the lumber industry. Taylor has been with East Coast Lumber for 4 years, and he continues to grow his business and cultivate deeper relationships with every customer he strives to serve. “My growth with East Coast Lumber is a direct result of others willing to share their knowledge and wisdom. The people that I work with are great, and I look forward to coming to work every day to serve our customers.” –Taylor Tankersley HOME PRODUCTS CONTACT PRIVACY POLICY