Our Trading Team

At Richmond International Forest Products (RIFP), we embrace a culture of dedication, collaboration, and integrity. Our team, from experienced lumber traders to innovative trader trainees, works together to deliver exceptional service and industry-leading expertise. We believe that shared success drives growth, and we are committed to fostering strong partnerships that extend beyond the office. With customer satisfaction at the core of everything we do, we take pride in doing the job right—ensuring quality, reliability, and value in every transaction. At RIFP, we don’t just trade lumber; we build lasting relationships in the wholesale building materials industry.

Our Team

Meet the dedicated lumber trading team behind RIFP. Each member brings unique skills and expertise to help our business thrive. Hover over each profile to learn more about our team members.

Brian Shepley

VP of Trading; SYP Department

Started in 2005
Enjoys fishing, hunting, and boating

Luke Brugel

SPF and US West Department

Started in 2020
I love going to restaurants and bars with friends and family.

Ryan Chunn

Panels- Plywood Department

Started in 2013
Enjoys fishing, snowboarding, jiu jitsu
Loves the outdoors and spending time with my wife and two boys.

Kyle Cochran

SPF Department

Started in 2023
3-year Captain of the University of Maryland wrestling team
Enjoys Skiing, golfing, and spending time with family and friends

Michael Dunn

SPF Department

Started in 2021
Hobbies are mountain biking and bass fishing

Dylan Forlines

SYP Department

Started in 2023
Favorite teams are the Washington Commanders, Atlanta Braves, and South Carolina Gamecocks.
Enjoys spending time at the river with Family and Friends

Mark Hill

Import Department

Started in 2015
Spends free time hanging out with family, watching F1, and playing baseball

Linda Hull

SYP Department

Started in 1995
Loves traveling with her kids and exploring other cultures
Attended college on a golf scholarship and will bet you on the first tee
Plays guitar and makes croissants from scratch

Sam Jacobson

SYP Department

Started in 2020
Life-long Washington Commanders (Redskins) Fan

Gaurav Kakkar

Import Department

Started in 2018
Enjoys traveling and exploring new places
On a mission to visit all National Parks in US and Canada

Jonathan Leech

SYP Department

Started in 2023
Played football at UVA
Plays golf on the weekends
Loves being out on a boat somewhere

Hayden Mater

US West Manager

Started in 2015
Loves being a trader because no day is ever stale and drives him to come out on top.
Find him at the beach, saltwater fishing, building motorcycles, mountain biking or land speed racing cars with his father.

Alec Moore

Panel Department (Import/Domestic)

Started in 2016
Enjoys being outdoors, playing golf, fishing, duck hunting
Spending time with my wife and daughter.

Richard Morelle

SPF and Panel Department

Started in 2019
Loves to golf!

W. Lowndes Peple IV

Import Plywood Department

Started in 2014
Enjoys hunting and fishing, being outdoors with my wife and 3 boys.

Megan Schnizler

Panels- OSB Manager

Started in 2015
Loves spending time with husband and three girls
Enjoys coffee walks with girlfriends
Loves trying new Richmond resu

Robbie Thornton

SYP Department

Started in 2020
Loves golfing, loves the outdoors and hiking with my girlfriend and dogs!

Jack Vaughan

Trader Trainee

Started in 2025
Loves playing golf and spending time with family. Boston sports fan fanatic, you can find me watching the latest pats or sox game on the weekend.

Jason Walters

Import Department

Started in 2024
"Hiking Enthusiast: No peak too high, no trail too tough!"

Clayton Williams

SYP Department

Started in 2009
Enjoys watching sports and spending time with my family on the water

Dave Bernier

Panels- Plywood Manager

Started in 1997
Avid golfer
Kidney transplant recipient

Evan Cash

Trader Trainee

Started in 2024

Ethan Cochran

Panels Department

Started in 2023
Avid sports fan who is always looking to enjoy the next gameday experience. My favorite college team is the Ohio State Buckeyes, and my favorite NFL team is the Cleveland Browns.

Taylor Doyle

Panels- OSB Manager

Started in 2021
In the Army for 4 years
Enjoys working on cars, working out, and cooking

Dane Forlines

Import Department

Started in 2017
Enjoys watching sports, fishing, and hunting

Dan Harmon

Panels Manager

Started in 2012
Worked in the construction industry
Find him on the golf course (searching for lost balls in the woods), hunting (for hard-to-find bourbons) or with his wife and daughter

Mike Hoyle

SYP Department

Started in 2019
During COVID I binged watched cooking videos and know my way around the kitchen and grill. I'll talk your ear off about the virtues of always brining your meats and seasoning your salads.