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A-1 welcomes Steve Gillhouse as Vice President of Sales and Marketing to drive strategic growth. Posted by A-1 Global Holdings on Sunday, April 5, 2026 Employee-owned A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. today announced the appointment of Steve Gillhouse as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, a role supporting the Company's continued growth and market expansion across the Southeastern United States. Gillhouse brings more than 30 years of executive leadership experience in sales, marketing, and general management within the building products and construction materials industries. His background includes leading large, multi-channel sales organizations, integrating brands, executing pricing strategies, and driving market expansion. "Steve is a proven leader with a deep understanding of how sales strategy, marketing execution, and customer experience work together to drive sustainable growth," said Jan S. Beck, President of A-1 Global Holdings. "As A-1 continues to evolve, Steve's experience and customer-focused approach will help guide our next phase." In his role, Gillhouse will oversee the integration of A-1's sales and marketing functions, aligning strategy and execution across residential, multifamily, commercial, and emerging markets, with a focus on go-to-market initiatives, customer engagement, and sales team development. Gillhouse joins A-1 following senior executive leadership roles at Cornerstone Building Brands and USG Corporation, where he led large national organizations and drove profitable growth through market expansion and pricing discipline. "I'm excited to join A-1 at a time of continued investment in innovation, technology, and people," said Gillhouse. "I look forward to further aligning sales and marketing efforts to support our customers as the industry evolves." A-1 previously announced that Jerry Vulgaris, who formerly served as A-1's Vice President of Sales, now leads Commercial Sales for the Company as part of its 2026 growth strategy. About A-1 Global Holdings. Founded in 1977, A-1 Global Holdings, Inc. is the parent company of A-1 Industries of Florida, Inc. and A-1 Industries of Georgia, LLC, a premier manufacturer of pre-engineered wood trusses and the EZWALL(R) Innovative Framing Solution(TM) serving the Southeastern United States and Caribbean. Headquartered in Fort Pierce, Florida, A-1 leverages advanced automation, robotics, and data-driven production systems to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable building components. Employees are eligible to participate in the Company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Cornerstone Building Brands manufacturing leader receives 2026 STEP Ahead Award from The Manufacturing Institute. Wanda Duran Recognized for Driving Quality, Innovation and Community Engagement CARY, N.C.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Cornerstone Building Brands, a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, is proud to announce that Wanda Duran, quality and technology manager at its North Brunswick, New Jersey, facility, has been selected to receive a 2026 STEP Ahead Award from the Manufacturing Institute (MI). The STEP Ahead Awards are a key component of the MI's STEP Ahead initiative, a national program that supports and recognizes women and allies in manufacturing who are driving impact from the shop floor to the C-suite. Each year, the program honors 145 leaders for excellence, leadership and community engagement. Among them in 2026 is Cornerstone Building Brands' Duran, who is being recognized for her measurable contributions to quality, operational excellence and customer experience, as well as her dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers and manufacturing professionals. "Delivering consistent quality and reliability for our customers starts with strong leadership at every level of our organization," said John Wallace, Executive Vice President, Operational Excellence at Cornerstone Building Brands and newly named member of the National Association of Manufacturers Board. "Wanda's work in improving quality performance and operational discipline strengthens how we serve our customers every day. Leaders like Wanda help ensure we're building trust through performance, which drives long-term success for our customers and our company." Through its awards, mentorship programs and alumni network, STEP Ahead helps reshape perceptions of the industry, highlight the diverse talent powering manufacturing and strengthen the workforce of the future. In the rapidly evolving manufacturing industry, programs like STEP Ahead play a critical role in elevating role models and demonstrating what leadership in manufacturing looks like today. "Manufacturing's future depends on leaders who develop talent, strengthen teams and drive results by building strong workplace cultures," said Lexi Champion, national director of STEP Ahead. "The STEP Ahead Awards recognize and celebrate those making that impact every day in their workplaces and communities, and whose leadership helps the next generation see a place for themselves in manufacturing." About Its Honoree Duran joined Cornerstone Building Brands in 2013, bringing more than a decade of experience in quality, engineering and continuous improvement. She holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Rutgers University and is widely respected for her technical acumen and collaborative leadership style. Over the past year, Duran led 18 major quality initiatives, driving measurable results in quality performance, operational efficiency and process discipline. Her leadership has strengthened product reliability, enhanced plant performance and reinforced the company's commitment to delivering consistent outcomes for customers. She has also played a key role in strengthening collaboration across teams and supporting customer partnerships. "Whether I'm mentoring a colleague or guiding a student, my goal is always the same: to help others see what's possible and feel empowered to pursue it," Duran said. Beyond her operational leadership, Duran is deeply committed to advancing STEM education and expanding access to opportunities in manufacturing. She has led Connecting Communities initiatives, supported annual Manufacturing Day events and organized facility tours for students from the New Jersey Governor's School of Engineering and Technology. Through her engagement with Rutgers University and the Rutgers Society of Hispanic Engineers, as well as with a local school in nearby New Brunswick, New Jersey, she actively mentors students and shares pathways into engineering and manufacturing careers. Duran will be recognized alongside this year's honorees at the STEP Ahead Awards Gala in Washington, D.C. on April 23. She is the seventh honoree from Cornerstone Building Brands since 2020. To date, the program has honored approximately 1,800 leaders who are making a positive impact on their companies and communities. Cornerstone Building Brands is a strong partner and supporter of the work of the National Association of Manufacturers and its workforce development and education affiliate, the MI. About Cornerstone Building Brands Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., The AI Journal Ltd. serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Its market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands' broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship is embedded in its culture and guides its commitment to responsible growth, environmental care and community impact. For more information, visit The AI Journal Ltd. at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com. About the Manufacturing Institute The Manufacturing Institute works to build and strengthen the manufacturing workforce for today and tomorrow to create a workforce prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. This is done through implementing groundbreaking initiatives, convening industry leaders, conducting innovative research and promoting public policy that supports the sector as it meets the opportunity of modern manufacturing. Through this work, the MI furthers individual opportunity, community prosperity and a more competitive manufacturing industry. For more information on the MI, please visit www.themanufacturinginstitute.org. Media Contact: Gia Oei, Vice President of Corporate Communications and Culture [email protected]