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Patrick Lumber Company Prioritizes People and Leadership Growth Through Promotions and Appointments

March 27, 2026

Chelsea Zuccato, Lena Jacobson and John Quast elevated to new, influential roles

PHILOMATH, Ore., Feb. 12, 2026 – Patrick Lumber Company (PLC), a Pacific Northwest-based lumber wholesaler and specialty wood supplier, announced a series of leadership promotions and industry appointments. These promotions reflect PLC’s commitment to growing talent from within and strengthening its role in the forest products sector. Over the past year, PLC’s Chelsea Zuccato, Lena Jacobson and John Quast have stepped into new leadership positions across marketing, finance and industry representation.

• Chelsea Zuccato has been promoted to vice president of sales and marketing, where she now leads PLC’s trading team and marketing communications. With nearly two decades at PLC, Zuccato brings deep industry knowledge and experience to the role, supporting product expansion and market growth. She was also recently appointed to the North American Wholesale Lumber Association board of directors, further accentuating her leadership in the industry. “Chelsea’s ability to build strong relationships and genuinely support the people around her has been instrumental in our success,” said Natalie Heacock, president and CFO at Patrick Lumber Company. “Her leadership style fosters collaboration, trust and long-term partnerships that continue to drive growth.”

• Lena Jacobson has been promoted to controller, overseeing PLC’s financial operations and accounting strategy. In her new role, Jacobson will focus on improving the company’s financial processes and supporting long-term stability. “Lena’s dedication, follow-through and strong financial acumen make her exceptionally well-suited for this role,” said Heacock. “Her recent CPA achievement reflects the high standards she sets for herself and for our organization, and I am confident she will help guide PLC’s continued growth with rigor and stability.”
  
  
• John Quast, PLC’s president of export, has been elected President of the Portland Lumber Exporters Association. His appointment further solidifies PLC’s leadership presence in the lumber export community and highlights his commitment to expanding international connections and mentoring the next generation of traders. “John’s industry involvement reflects both his expertise and his leadership in the lumber community,” said Heacock. “We’re proud to see him honored in this role.”

For more information about Patrick Lumber Company, call 503-222-9671 or visit www.patlbr.com.

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About Patrick Lumber Company
Founded in 1915, Patrick Lumber Company is a leading manufacturer and global supplier of specialty softwood and hardwood products. Headquartered in Philomath, Oregon, the company is built on generations of lumber wholesaling expertise and long-standing partnerships with landowners and log suppliers committed to sustainable forestry. Guided by a people-first culture, Patrick Lumber Company manufactures and delivers innovative, high-grade wood solutions through its family of businesses, including Patrick Lumber Manufacturing, Patrick Hardwoods and Wood Source. For more information, visit www.patlbr.com.