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QXO delivers consulting, professional services, specialized programming, training, and technical support, while also developing and selling proprietary software tailored to the building products distribution industry. It uses AI and B2B e-commerce to modernize procurement, ordering, and fulfillment, aiming to improve customer experience, sales force effectiveness, and margin expansion. The company differentiates itself by targeting a highly fragmented market with a technology-first approach and by pursuing growth through acquisitions and organic expansion under leadership with a history of building large publicly traded companies. Its goal is to become a tech-forward leader in the $800 billion building products distribution sector, reaching tens of billions in annual revenue through acquisitions and organic growth.
Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Post IPO Equity
Headquarters
Greenwich, Connecticut
Founded
2002
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$4.5B
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Steve Swinney leaves role at QXO. Swinney had been appointed head of the LBM division at QXO following the company's acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners earlier this year. September 10, 2026 Longtime CEO of Kodiak Building Partners Steve Swinney announced he will leave QXO following the company's acquisition earlier this year. "After nearly 20 years in the building products distribution industry - first at ProBuild, then co-founding and leading Kodiak Building Partners for 15 years, and most recently leading the LBM Division of QXO following its sale this April - I have made the decision to step away from my role and begin a new chapter. After two decades in this industry, I can say without a doubt that it is the people who make it special. I've had the privilege of working alongside some of the best people I've ever known, and there are far too many to mention here. The past 20 years have been quite a ride. LBM Journal navigated the upheaval of the Great Financial Crisis, a period of massive industry consolidation, and the unprecedented disruption of the COVID era. Through it all, this industry continued to do what it has always done: show up, adapt, work hard and build. LBM Journal is a critical part of the fabric of its communities, helping build the homes, businesses and places where people live, work and pursue the American Dream. I'm particularly proud of what LBM Journal built at Kodiak. LBM Journal believed in entrepreneurship, collaboration, family, hard work and a locally led model that empowered people closest to the customer and the community. LBM Journal made plenty of mistakes along the way, but LBM Journal learned from them, grew together and ultimately built something enduring - creating tremendous value for its employees, partners, communities and investors. I've also become increasingly grateful for the system that makes that kind of entrepreneurship possible. Its constitutional republic and free-market economy have created generations of opportunity for people to build businesses, create jobs, generate value, support their families and give back to their communities. One of the things I hope to spend more time doing in this next chapter is helping preserve and strengthen those principles for future generations. And if you know me at all, you know that, above everything else, my faith and my family are what matter most to me. I am blessed with a wife, children and grandchildren who are far more than I deserve, and I could not have spent the last 15 years building Kodiak without Linda Swinney and my family beside me. I'm so excited for what comes next - the opportunity to spend more time making memories with the people I love most. I'm incredibly grateful for the people who have been part of this journey. The friendships, lessons, challenges and memories will stay with me always." Your Business Success Starts Here! Get the most important news and insights impacting your business.
QXO taps Honeywell veteran Ken West as president, COO. West will lead operations across QXO's growing building products platform following a series of major acquisitions. August 24, 2026 QXO has appointed Ken West president and chief operating officer as the building products company continues integrating and expanding a distribution platform that now spans insulation, specialty building products and other construction materials. He will report to CEO Brad Jacobs effective Sept. 1, 2026. West joined Honeywell in 2018 and rose to lead three major business segments within six years. Prior to leading Honeywell Process Technology, he served as president and CEO of the company's Energy and Sustainability Solutions segment, president and CEO of Honeywell UOP, and President of Honeywell Advanced Materials. In his most recent role, West helped shape Process Technology into a more growth-oriented business, including the spin-off of the independent company now known as Solstice Advanced Materials. He also led the acquisition of Sundyne and oversaw its integration with Honeywell's automation and digital platforms. Looking for a reprint of this article? From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today! JOIN TODAY To unlock your recommendations. Already have an account? Sign In
QXO posts 2Q sales of $3.25B as net loss narrows. Building materials distributor QXO's second-quarter sales reached $3.25 billion, including $595 million from newly acquired Kodiak Building Partners. Building materials distributor QXO reported its 2026 second-quarter financial results on Aug. 13 for April-June. The Greenwich, CT-based distributor posted 2Q total sales of $3.25 billion, including $595 million attributable to Kodiak Building Partners, which was acquired on April 1. QXO logged a net loss of $55 million for the quarter, narrowing from $59 million a year earlier. By lines of business, residential roofing products sales totaled $1.27 billion (up from $930 million year-over-year); non-res roofing sales were $736 million (up from $536 million); and complementary products totaled $1.23 billion ($426 million). Software products and services contributed $15 million. QXO posted 2Q gross profit of $803 million, up from $401 million a year earlier, with gross margin of 24.7% compared with 21.1%. On an adjusted basis, gross margin decreased to 24.7% from 25.3%. Adjusted EBITDA increased to $272 million from $204 million year-over-year, while adjusted EBITDA margin decreased to 8.4% from 10.7%. QXO also reported adjusted net income of $130 million, up from $109 million. "Our second-quarter results reflect current market conditions and the progress we are making across the company," QXO Chairman and CEO Brad Jacobs said in the company's Aug. 13 earnings results. "We have begun upgrading technology across the company to deliver best-in-class customer service and meaningful financial growth. Following the completion of the TopBuild acquisition on July 1, QXO is the second-largest publicly traded building products distributor in North America, with greater scale and a broader presence at customers' job sites. We are focused on our plan to more than double EBITDA by 2030 and reach $50 billion in revenue within the decade." Recommended Reading
QXO Completes Acquisition of TopBuild. July 1, 2026 QXO, Inc. announced on July 1, 2026, that it closed its previously disclosed acquisition of TopBuild Corp., a company specializing in the distribution and installation of insulation and other building materials. QXO now leads in several building product categories in North America, such as insulation and waterproofing materials. Alec Covington, TopBuild's former Chairman, joined QXO's Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Covington replaces Jared Kushner, who has resigned from the Board of Directors to focus on other commitments. Brad Jacobs, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of QXO, said, "By acquiring TopBuild, we're broadening our product offering, adding installation capabilities, and expanding our exposure to fast-growing end markets like data centers." QR
It takes a village! Berkeley Habitat teams up with Big Bear Roofing, GAF, and QXO to impact Huger homeowner. Habitat for Humanity of Berkeley County - June 1, 2026 A lifelong Huger home and a homeowner's story. Ms. Bertha is a lifelong resident of Huger who has called her home her own for more than 45 years. Growing up in the community she still lives in today, her home has been a place of stability, memories, and deep personal meaning. Over time, however, her aging roof began creating ongoing challenges that threatened the safety and longevity of her home. Like many longtime homeowners, the cost of major repairs placed those needs out of reach - until the community stepped in. Coming together to protect what matters most. On Thursday, May 14, Habitat for Humanity of Berkeley County partnered with Big Bear Roofing, the GAF Community Matters Program, and QXO to complete a critical home repair for Ms. Bertha. Through this collaborative effort, Ms. Bertha received a brand-new roof - helping ensure she can remain safe, secure, and protected in her home for years to come. The project reflects the power of partnerships that blend local expertise with national support, all focused on strengthening communities through safe and affordable housing. "This project truly reflects what 'community matters' means," said George Druyos, President and CEO of Berkeley Habitat. "By working together, we're able to make a lasting difference for Ms. Bertha and help preserve the home she has cherished for decades." Partners making an impact. This home repair was made possible through the dedication and generosity of committed partners: * Big Bear Roofing led the roof installation, donating skilled labor and project management * GAF, through its Community Matters initiative, provided materials and resources to support resilient housing * QXO contributed additional support, reinforcing a shared commitment to community investment Together, these partners demonstrated what's possible when neighbors, businesses, and nonprofits unite around a common goal - helping homeowners remain safely housed and preserving the places that matter most. At Berkeley Habitat, Berkeleyhabitat is grateful for partners who believe in the power of collaboration and in the importance of strengthening its local communities, one home at a time. For more information on getting involved in helping serve its community of Berkeley County, visit berkeleyhabitat.org/volunteer.
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Industries
Data & Analytics
Consulting
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Post IPO Equity
Headquarters
Greenwich, Connecticut
Founded
2002
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