Ashlee Cribb To Lead Gorman Group
Following the announcement from current CEO Nick Arkle of his intent to retire more than a year ago, the Board and ownership group of Gorman Group has named Ashlee Cribb its next Chief Executive Officer. Cribb joins the Gorman Group on April 1, 2026, and will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer on July 1, 2026, following a three-month transition alongside Arkle. She will be based in West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, working closely with teams across all operations.
Cribb brings more than 30 years of experience in the forest products and manufacturing sectors, with a track record of leading large, complex operations while maintaining a strong focus on people, customers, and product quality. Her experience spans both family-owned and publicly traded organizations, giving her a well-rounded perspective that aligns strongly with Gorman’s operation.
Importantly, this transition has been designed to ensure continuity. Arkle will remain actively involved throughout the transition period, and after the three months he will continue to support the business in his new role as non-executive Chair of the Board. His ongoing work with government and Indigenous partners will remain a key part of the company’s success moving forward.
The Gorman Group is a family-owned company celebrating its 75th year of operations. With multiple divisions in southern British Columbia and one in Washington State, producing a variety of boards, as well as wood products for a variety of interior and exterior speciality applications.
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