ABOUT US
EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE. UNWAVERING COMMITMENT. QUALITY PRODUCTS.
Founded in 1963 in Frankfort, Kentucky, Lee Nash Masonry Products began as a partnership between friends Ray Lee and Tommy Nash. In the early 1970s, Ray Lee acquired Nash’s share of the business, and in 1975 the company officially became LEE Masonry Products. During the 1990s, the name evolved once again to LEE Brick & Block, reflecting continued growth and expansion.
Under the leadership and dedication of Ray Lee’s five sons, the company continued to grow and strengthen the foundation it was built upon. Today, LEE Building Products, Inc. has grown into a multi-state operation with more than 25 locations and over 400 employees serving Indiana, Kentucky, and Tennessee.
As of 2026, LEE Building Products expanded its footprint further into the South through the acquisition of additional locations. This growth now extends into Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi, building upon the longstanding legacy of South Alabama Brick Company. The expanded brand family also includes several established divisions, including Capital Brick Company, Magnolia Clay Products, North Bay Brick Company, Premiere Tile Group, Riley-Stuart Supply Company, Whatley Supply Company, and WR Taylor & Company.
A HOUCHENS INDUSTRIES COMPANY
In 2006, LEE Building Products® became a 100% employee-owned company. In 2021, the organization joined Houchens Industries, Inc., a corporation founded in 1917 in Glasgow, Kentucky by Ervin G. Houchens as Houchens Foods. More than a century later, Houchens Industries is recognized as one of the most diversified and largest 100% employee-owned (ESOP) companies in the United States.
Houchens currently owns over 14 operating companies in various industries including retail, manufacturing, construction, and insurance. In addition, Houchens and our affiliates generate an annual revenue of more than $4B. For over 30 years, it has been employee-owned through an ESOP and currently have over 19,000 ESOP participants.
WHAT WE DO
LEE Building Products® manufactures, sells, and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of masonry and building products for industrial, commercial, residential and landscaping applications. Our offerings include structural and architectural concrete masonry units, a wide range of clay brick, hardscapes such as pavers, retaining walls, fire pits, natural and manufactured stone. We also supply our own private label turf, masonry and hardscape accessories, and landscape lighting.
OUR PROMISE
Our promise is simple: to provide superior service and deliver the highest-quality products in the marketplace. We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers, vendors, and employees by building trusted relationships grounded in loyalty, dedication, and integrity. Through continuous investment in our people, production facilities, and equipment, we strive to deliver exceptional service while meeting and exceeding industry standards every day.
Our goal is to consistently deliver quality products, uphold industry standards, and foster lasting partnerships built on trust for generations to come.
MISSION STATEMENT
At LEE Building Products Integrity is the foundation of everything we do. Our efforts are Focused on our Customer as we strive to understand their needs and exceed their expectations. We take pride in our Ownership of the company and are empowered to pursue Innovation to develop solutions that drive our industry forward. We are United in our commitment to each other and our mission, and we embrace every challenge in an unwavering pursuit of excellence.
CORE VALUES
Integrity: We will do the right thing, even when it’s difficult. This is our first value as it is the most important. Integrity outweighs economics.
Customer Focused: We are dedicated to our customers’ needs and best interests as we strive to be their first choice and exceed their expectations.
Ownership: We take pride in the company we own by Empowering our Strongest asset–Our People.
Innovation: We are committed to pursuing and developing innovative solutions to fulfill the needs of our customers and of the industry.
Unity: We work as one with shared goals, purpose, hope, and vision.
