Matt Semonik

Chief Operating Officer at Arnold Lumber Company

Matt Semonik has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries and roles. Matt began their career in the US Marine Corps as a Platoon Leader from 1993 to 2001. Following their military service, they joined Cintas, where they held various roles including General Manager, Sales and Operations Management, and Plant Manager from 2001 to 2013.

Matt then worked as a General Manager at ARS Restoration Specialists, overseeing operations and providing disaster restoration services across multiple locations in New England. From 2016 to 2021, they co-owned and managed Anytime Fitness, a successful fitness franchise.

In 2015, Matt joined Arnold Lumber Company as the General Manager and later transitioned to the role of Vice President of Sales & Operations. Matt provided leadership and direction for building material operations across multiple locations and divisions.

Besides their corporate roles, Matt was actively involved in industry associations. Matt served as a Board Member for the Northeastern Retail Lumber Association and Committee Member for the American Building Materials Alliance. Matt also held positions on the Executive Board of the Rhode Island Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association and was an Advisory Board Member of The Leadership Partnership of Rhode Island.

Overall, Matt Semonik's work experience demonstrates their expertise in leadership, operations management, sales, and community involvement across various industries.

Matt Semonik's education history includes attending three different schools. Matt first attended Carnegie Mellon University from 1989 to 1992, studying Biology. Then, in 1992, they briefly attended the University of Pittsburgh, although it is not specified whether they obtained a degree or field of study in this period. Lastly, from 2012 to 2013, Matt attended Kaplan University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Business Administration and Management, General.

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Timeline

  • Chief Operating Officer

    September 1, 2023 - present

  • Vice President Of Sales & Operations

    March, 2020

  • General Manager

    October, 2015