Central States announced that Jim Sliker, former CEO and chair, has retired as a member of the board of directors. The board has subsequently elected Christopher Harrison, the company’s lead independent director, to serve as chair.
“As I begin a new chapter, I want to express my sincere gratitude to all of the employee-owners for their trust and support over the last 13 years,” said Sliker. “While many measure a career by accomplishments, what I will cherish most are the relationships that have been made.”
Sliker served as company chair beginning in 2023 and previously served as CEO beginning in 2013.
Harrison, meanwhile, has served as a member of the board since 2023 and lead independent director since 2024. In that role, he helped further the company’s evolution, including CEO succession, board composition, and the ongoing enhancement of governance practices and processes.
“I want to personally thank Jim for his tireless leadership and stewardship of the company, and I am very happy for him as he transitions into this well-deserved next chapter,” said Harrison. “I look forward to working closely with Kurt Weaver, my fellow directors, and the entire Central States team as we continue to drive the company’s strategy and create maximum value for our customers and shareholders.”
The transition follows a planned succession process overseen by the board’s Nominating and Governance Committee.
Central States serves customers through three operating business units: metal roofing, siding, walls, doors, and other components; material-only metal building packages, including self-storage and PEMB; and mid-rise, multi-story construction.
