Meet The Owners!
Glenn and Danette Miller are originally from Los Angeles, CA where they started working in the building material business in 1970 and 1976 respectively. They both learned from the bottom up in the drywall and plastering products manufacturing and distribution business.
As they grew up in this industry and honed their business skills, the Millers made the move to Arizona in 1980, where they were both promoted to the point that led them to go into business with a partner and start their first lumber company in 1983. After 10 years, with 20 combined years of hard work under their belt, it was time to start a company that they could call their own. In July of 1993 Miller Wholesale Lumber Company opened its doors.
Today Miller Wholesale Lumber Company is highly recognized as one of the best privately held lumber and building materials companies in the metro Phoenix market. Miller Wholesale Lumber Company is a company full of integrity, honesty and success. Miller Wholesale Lumber Company serves its customers needs with statewide delivery throughout the southwestern USA region.
Glenn and Danette are also tremendous community supporters with their extensive work over the years contributing to Habitat for Humanity, Phoenix Polar Bears, Eagle Boy Scout projects, along with various other worthy endeavors in the community.
Glenn and Danette are very active owners and managers of Miller Wholesale Lumber Company, they invite you to stop in and speak with them at anytime.
Glenn Miller Danette Miller
Direct Line: 480.776.3612 Direct Line: 480.776.3621
In Memory of Rick Cornell
Rick Cornell - 1978-2024
Rick Cornell (88437) passed away unexpectedly Sunday December 22nd, 2024 while surrounded by loved ones. Born November 22nd, 1952, Rick started his career out as a carpenter, moved into sales at Emmer Brothers in 1978, and joined the local Twin City #12 in 1980.
Eventually finding his way over to Canton Lumber, Rick would go on to be named sales manager and was placed in charge of purchasing redwood and pine. For nearly two decades he was a stalwart of the local wholesale industry and used to boast that he believed he sold the first wholesale truckload of composite decking in the Midwest.
While at Canton, aware that the lumber industry is often portrayed by the media as reckless destroyers of the environment, Rick developed an educational program that he put on for local grade schools teaching young students that we all have a vested interest in the future of our forests, and championing lumber as a renewable resource.
Beginning in 2000, after raising an adored family whose summer vacations were often spent visiting sawmills out west, Rick would spend a decade as director of purchasing for Rainbow Play Systems in Brookings, SD.
Joined in the industry by his son in the mid-2000’s Rick relished the opportunity to pass on his hard-earned knowledge, and the pair enjoyed battling it out for the trophy at the annual Hoo-Hoo golf outings. Frequently in Northern California checking out Redwood, the two occasionally dropped in on the Humboldt club #63 in Eureka as well.
An avid golfer and in search of a warmer climate, Rick and his beloved wife Robin, “the Bird” as he affectionately referred to her as, eventually made their way down to Arizona where Rick would go on to join the Miller Wholesale Lumber team in Tempe.
Rick’s career saw him participate in nearly every avenue of the industry, and he cherished the relationships that it brought him. He loved people, loved to laugh, and even more loved bringing joy to others. He will be sorely missed, but his legacy will not be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Sales
Ed Cox, Sales Manager
2 years Business College with over 35 years of hands on experience in the lumber industry. Through dedication and hard work he has attained great knowledge of all aspects of the lumber business. Ed joined Miller Wholesale Lumber in 1994 and is one of the top producers. Ed has worked various aspects of the lumber industry, including in the yard, sales and estimating. His duties include managing and directing the sales team, managing his own sales base, overseeing yard operations and purchasing specialty lumber products. He has implemented cost saving strategies in the yard and throughout the company. He has built the sales staff from the ground up.
Direct Line: 480.776.3611
Cell Phone: 480.226.6123
Mathis Miller, Vice President
Mathis brings 6 years of sales experience working for Scottsdale based Godaddy. He brings new innovations to the field and is a great addition to the Miller Wholesale Sales Team.
Direct Line: 480.776.3604
Cell Phone: 480.226.6132
Jeff Miller, Sales Associate
Jeff "Danger" Miller, joins the team with over 15 years in customer service and 5 years in the construction industry. Jeff joined our team as a rookie Lumber salesman and quickly earned the respect of his peers. He is determined, passionate, and will stop at nothing to ensure the customer is taken care of.
Direct Phone: 480-776-3619
Yard
Patrick Cox, Operations Manager/Dispatcher
Patrick is a fourth generation native Phoenician in the lumber business. His father owned a lumber treating plant here in Arizona and his grandfather worked for Miller Wholesale Lumber for 5 years. Patrick came to our company to round out his career and education in the lumber industry. Patrick worked in the yard and saw shop when he first started here. After that he was trained in the office, accounts payable and dispatcher. Currently Patrick oversees all aspects of the yard, saw shop and delivery schedules.
Direct Line: 480.776.3600
Cell Phone: 480.226.2240
Email: pcox@millerwholesalelumber.com
Ryan Mcallister, Sales Associate
Ryan McAllister hails from Santa Barbara, CA and comes from a background of customer service. He is a graduate of California State University Long Beach in Nutritional Science. He spent 3 years maintaining and managing client's health and nutrition. Joining the team in 2018 he has overcome all obstacles that come with changing industries. He brings care, understanding, and attention to detail to every client to ensure your lumber needs are taken care of.
Direct Line: 480.776.3629
Jacob Wayne, Sales Associate
Jacob comes to us with over 10 years sales experience. A native to the Mesa area and a proud graduate from Arizona State University in Business Management. Jacob "The Pergola King of the Southwest", brings to our team charisma, personality, and leadership. Jacob is our newest recruit and has continued to impress our customers at every turn. He is a driven salesman and is more than happy to lend a helping hand.
In Memory of Scott Gates
Scott "Gator" Gates
With great sadness we would like to address the passing of Gator.
Gator started at Miller Wholesale Lumber in 1994 a year after our opening. Over time he became part of our family and an integral part of Miller Wholesale. He was a Titan in the lumber industry for over 50 years and will be missed by everyone he connect with. During this time, he supported the Fraternal Order of the Forest Products Industry named the International Concatenated Order of Hoo-Hoo. A loving father, grandfather, brother and employee his booming voice and infectious laugh will be sorely missed here. We wish the best for his friends and family during these hard times.
We miss you Gator, rest in peace.
April 14, 1950 - April 19, 2022