Over 100 Years of Building Georgia, Together.

Since 1919, we’ve supplied Georgia’s builders, DIYers, and studios with what they need: fast, reliable, and right.

Founding Story

A Tucker Tradition:
100 Years of Cofer Brothers

A century ago, when Tucker was little more than a stop between Lawrenceville and Atlanta, brothers Kelley and Reid Cofer hauled produce from their father’s Snellville farm to Atlanta, dreaming of success. In 1919, they borrowed $500 to open a small store on Tucker’s red clay main street, swapping butter, eggs, and chickens for goods while creating a hub for local farmers. With merchandise ranging from horse collars to overalls, their slogan—“Trade elsewhere and we both lose”—captured the spirit of their business. Over time, the store grew into seven locations, adding groceries, dry goods, and eventually building materials. In 1968, Gene Cofer became president, steering the company toward construction supplies as its core. By the 1990s, sales topped $30 million, and in 2000 Chip Cofer led the third generation into a new era. Today, with the fourth generation on board, Cofer Brothers Inc. continues to thrive, supplying modern building materials for a diverse trade.

Inside Cofer Brothers

A Century of Family,
Legacy & Lumber | Tucker, GA

In this inspiring video, meet Chip and Katie Cofer of Cofer Brothers Inc., a third-generation, family-owned lumberyard in Tucker, Georgia, serving the community since 1919.

Chip, the current CEO, shares how the company thrives on trust, people-first values, and generational pride. Katie, his daughter and Marketing Manager, reflects on growing up in the business and preparing to lead as the fourth generation.

The video highlights not just family ties, but the long-standing employee relationships and a deep commitment to service, legacy, and resilience. Whether you’re passionate about small business, legacy brands, or just love a good family story, this video offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at one of Georgia’s most enduring local businesses.

Company Timeline

A Century of Showing Up and Getting It Done

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1919

Founded in Tucker, GA
Continued through wartime shortages

1940s

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1960s

Supported the region’s building boom

An early “logo” featuring Slim Boardman, the beloved CB mascot was hand-drawn as part of a contest.

Expanded facilities, fleet, and millwork services

1980s–2000s

2019

Centennial year and community celebration
Still delivering for contractors, homeowners, and studios across the region

TODAY

Leadership & People

Four Generations. One Commitment to Getting It Right.

Chip Cofer

President / CEO

Leads a dedicated team at Cofer Brothers focused on building supply distribution, community involvement, and supporting Georgia’s growing film industry.

770-688-2232

chipcofer@coferbrothers.com

Toni Rice

VP Finance / Admin

Oversees financial planning, budgeting, and day-to-day administrative functions at Cofer Brothers, ensuring smooth internal operations and long-term fiscal stability.

770-688-2228

tonirice@coferbrothers.com

Chip Manley

Sales Manager

Manages daily store operations, overseeing customer service, inventory, and showroom flow to ensure a smooth retail experience.

770-688-2225

chipmanley@coferbrothers.com

John Wilson

Operations Manager

Directs shipping and overall operations, ensuring efficient logistics, on-time deliveries, and smooth coordination across the warehouse and distribution teams.

770-688-2214

johnwilson@coferbrothers.com

Will Holcomb

Purchasing Manager

Coordinates the procurement and supply of lumber, boards, and hardware, ensuring reliable inventory management and strong vendor relationships.

770-688-2248

willholcomb@coferbrothers.com

Richard Pike

Purchasing Agent

Oversees all doors and millwork, ensuring top-quality product selection, coordination of custom orders, and seamless integration with client and project needs.

770-688-2249

richardpike@coferbrothers.com

Tariq Parwaiz

Purchasing Agent

Manages the coordination and quality of windows, doors, and millwork at Cofer Brothers, ensuring seamless ordering, delivery, and installation for client projects.

770-688-2264

tariqparwaiz@coferbrothers.com

Trae Hurst

Purchasing Agent

Handles both inside and outside sales at Cofer Brothers, assisting customers, managing accounts, and building client relationships to drive sales and service.

770-688-2262

traehurst@coferbrothers.com

Katie Cofer

Marketing/PR Manager

Leads the marketing, public relations, and studio supply sales efforts at Cofer Brothers to elevate the company’s presence.

770-688-2219

katiecofer@coferbrothers.com

Norma Mauldin

AR Manager

Spearheads accounts receivable, overseeing client billing, payment tracking, and ensuring consistent cash flow for the company’s financial health.

770-688-2251

normamauldin@coferbrothers.com

Kakki Senteney

AP Manager

Manages the company’s accounts payable, ensuring vendor invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time to maintain strong supplier relationships.

770-688-2252

kakkibanton@coferbrothers.com

Willie Irby

Shipping/Receiving Manager

Supports daily warehouse and shipping operations, coordinating inventory management, order fulfillment, and dispatch schedules.

770-688-2233

Marco Almeida

Door/Window Production Supervisor

Supervises door shop / production, managing shop workflows, ensuring fabrication quality, and coordinating team efforts to meet production targets.
Nephew Puckett

Warehouse Supervisor

Supervises door shop / production, managing shop workflows, ensuring fabrication quality, and coordinating team efforts to meet production targets.
KJ Wiggins

Warehouse Supervisor

Oversees all warehouse operations, managing materials staging, equipment logistics, and safety protocols to ensure efficient workflow.
Cody Hamilton

Yard/EL Supervisor

Oversees all outdoor yard operations, managing materials staging, equipment logistics, and safety protocols to ensure efficient workflow.
Jamey Wilson

Manager Studio Sales/IT

Handles outside studio supply sales, collaborating with film and production crews on-site to deliver tailored materials and support for their set and studio needs.

770-688-2297

Kenny Wiggins

Studio/Inside Sales

Manages studio supply sales, working with film and production clients to provide specialized materials and ensure timely, accurate deliveries for studio projects.

770-688-2213

Jonathan Still

Inside Sales

Inside sales, assisting customers with orders, and ensuring smooth coordination between sales and operations.

770-688-2265

Cesar Correa

Inside Sales

Works in inside sales at Cofer Brothers, helping customers with selections, answering questions, and coordinating orders from start to finish.

770-688-2263

Johnny Page

Contractor Sales

Handles outside sales at Cofer Brothers, connecting with customers on-site to offer expert guidance, build relationships, and ensure their project requirements are met.

770-688-2212

Gene Lee

Inside/Contractor Sales

Supports inside sales at Cofer Brothers, helping customers with product selections, processing orders, and providing knowledgeable service.

770-688-2231

Jacob Irvine

Inside/Contractor Sales

Supports inside sales at Cofer Brothers, helping customers with product selections, processing orders, and providing knowledgeable service.

770-688-2218

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What We’ve Believed Since Day One

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