Beacon Announces Annual Supplier Partner Award Winners

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Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), the leading publicly-traded specialty wholesale distributor of roofing and exterior products, has announced its 2024 supplier partner awards. The company recognized five outstanding partners for their exceptional service commitment:

• CertainTeed won Supplier of the Year for outstanding support across all aspects, particularly in inventory management and technology implementation
• AccuLynx received the Integration Partner Award for superior software integration and customer support
• Louisiana-Pacific earned the Trail Blazer Award for innovative partnership approaches
• Owens Corning was awarded the TRI-BUILT® Award for supporting Beacon's exclusive brand growth
• Penske received the BUILDING BETTER Award for sustainability initiatives and community engagement

These partnerships have contributed to Beacon exceeding its Ambition 2025 revenue and shareholder return targets in 2023, supported by over 3,000 supplier partners.

HERNDON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Beacon (Nasdaq: BECN), the leading publicly-traded specialty wholesale distributor of roofing, waterproofing and related exterior products, announced today that it has awarded five supplier partners with awards for their service commitment in 2024.

CertainTeed (Graphic: Business Wire)

"We are proud to provide customers with the best products and service. Exceptional partnerships with all our suppliers allow us to jointly help contractors find more ways to grow and innovate their businesses," said Jake Gosa, Beacon’s Chief Commercial Officer. "Top suppliers partner with Beacon because of our U.S. and Canada-wide footprint, scale advantage, last mile logistics and values-based culture. Following a robust review of supplier performance, we could not be more pleased to award the best of the best.”

• CertainTeed was recognized with the Supplier of the Year Award. This award goes to a supplier that stands out in every aspect of supporting our mission to help customers build more. In 2024, a company-wide survey of branches and sales leadership put CertainTeed on top. From combined marketing efforts to sharing our passion for relentless customer service, they worked tirelessly as partners with shared values and goals. CertainTeed Roofing also stood out in the challenging market to meet our inventory needs and assisting us in implementing new product management technology.
• AccuLynx was recognized with the Integration Partner Award. This award goes to a software integration partner that collaborates to create the best experience for customers. They exceed growth objectives and look for ways to strengthen the partnership to benefit shared customers. In 2024, AccuLynx stood out with dedicated and responsive customer sales and support, new feature development and promotions featuring the integration.
• Louisiana-Pacific (“LP”) was recognized with the Trail Blazer Award. This award goes to a supplier who looks for new ways to innovate and partner, even when the path is not clear. They have the fortitude and desire to go further. In 2024, LP came to us with a comprehensive plan to grow with Beacon. Their energy in executing the plan translated to both companies realizing incremental growth.
• Owens Corning was recognized with the TRI-BUILT^® Award. This award goes to a supplier who shares Beacon’s vision for building our premium-quality exclusive brand. In 2024, Owens Corning provided ways for Beacon to differentiate our value in the marketplace and outperform the competition. By delivering high-quality products and service, they helped us to achieve a record TRI-BUILT year.
• Penske was recognized with the BUILDING BETTER Award. This award goes to a supplier who shares our values and is committed to people and the planet. They not only have a sustainable mindset in their own operations, but partner with us to advance Beacon’s corporate social responsibility journey. In 2024, Penske was instrumental in helping us operate a more optimized and stronger fleet while also joining us to give back in the communities where we operate.

With the support of over 3,000 supplier partners, Beacon exceeded its Ambition 2025 revenue and shareholder return targets in 2023 and continues to unlock its long-term potential.

About Beacon

Founded in 1928, Beacon is a Fortune 500, publicly traded distributor of building products, including roofing materials and complementary products, such as siding and waterproofing. The company operates over 580 branches throughout all 50 states in the U.S. and 7 provinces in Canada. Beacon serves an extensive base of nearly 100,000 customers, utilizing its vast branch network and diverse service offerings to provide high-quality products and support throughout the entire business lifecycle. Beacon offers its own private label brand, TRI-BUILT^®, and has a proprietary digital account management suite, Beacon PRO+^®, which allows customers to manage their businesses online. Beacon’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol BECN. To learn more about Beacon, please visit www.becn.com.

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INVESTOR CONTACT

Binit Sanghvi 

VP, Capital Markets and Treasurer 

Binit.Sanghvi@becn.com

972-369-8005 

MEDIA CONTACT

Jennifer Lewis 

VP, Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility 

Jennifer.Lewis@becn.com

571-752-1048

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FAQ

What companies received Beacon's supplier partner awards in 2024?

In 2024, Beacon awarded five companies: CertainTeed (Supplier of the Year), AccuLynx (Integration Partner), Louisiana-Pacific (Trail Blazer), Owens Corning (TRI-BUILT®), and Penske (BUILDING BETTER Award).

Why did CertainTeed win BECN's Supplier of the Year award for 2024?

CertainTeed won based on a company-wide survey of branches and sales leadership, excelling in marketing efforts, customer service, inventory management, and implementation of new product management technology.

How did BECN's supplier partnerships impact its 2023 performance?

With support from over 3,000 supplier partners, Beacon exceeded its Ambition 2025 revenue and shareholder return targets in 2023.

What is the significance of the TRI-BUILT® Award given to Owens Corning by BECN?

The TRI-BUILT® Award recognizes Owens Corning's contribution to building Beacon's premium-quality exclusive brand, helping achieve a record TRI-BUILT year through high-quality products and service.

How did Penske contribute to BECN's sustainability initiatives in 2024?

Penske helped Beacon operate a more optimized and stronger fleet while supporting community engagement initiatives, earning them the BUILDING BETTER Award for commitment to people and the planet.