Boise Cascade Announces CEO Transition, Taps COO Jeff Strom

Boise Cascade announced that CEO Nate Jorgensen plans to retire effective March 2, 2026, to be succeeded by current COO Jeff Strom. Jorgensen will continue to serve as a director on the company’s board after his retirement. The company does not plan to backfill the chief operating officer role after the transition.

“This is a planned transition and part of the company’s deliberate and long-term succession planning process to ensure stability and continued momentum in our strategy and operations,” comments Tom Carlile, Chair of Boise Cascade’s board. “On behalf of the entire board of directors, I extend our gratitude to Nate Jorgensen for his outstanding leadership. Nate has led with steadfast integrity and remarkable vision for the last six years, guiding the company through a global pandemic and tremendous growth. The positive impact of his leadership will extend far beyond his tenure as CEO.”

Carlile adds, “Our board is equally confident in Jeff Strom and his leadership and experience, which spans over 34 years in our industry. As chief operating officer, Jeff has successfully driven to further leverage our integrated model, and he has been instrumental in driving operational excellence and customer focus across the company.” Strom has been in the building materials industry for more than 34 years. He joined Boise Cascade in 2006 and has served in several key roles and progressive leadership positions during his 19 years with the company.

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