Lydia Martin serves as the Western Regional Manager at Best Buy Metals, overseeing operations in Chattanooga, Knoxville, Cleveland, and Dalton locations. Best Buy Metals specializes in a wide range of services including premium metal roofing, siding, and post-frame buildings. Through superior manufacturing practices, Best Buy Metals consistently meets customer demands promptly and efficiently.
Tell us about Best Buy Metals.
Lydia: Best Buy Metals has been a cornerstone in the metal roofing industry for over 22 years. We specialize in manufacturing high-quality metal roofing, siding, and post-frame buildings. Our company operates through 8 divisions and has 7 locations across Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. At Best Buy Metals, we prioritize our customers and strive to be a leader in the industry.
Why Construction?
Lydia: Construction is one of the most rewarding industries to be part of. Although Best Buy Metals focuses on manufacturing metal products, we are deeply integrated into the construction sector. Over the past 22 years, we have built strong partnerships with many exceptional contractors and business owners, and we look forward to continuing our service to contractors in our region.
Why did you join AGC?
Lydia: We joined AGC to deepen our involvement in the local construction industry. We value the networking and relationship-building opportunities AGC provides within the community. Additionally, we are inspired by AGC’s commitment to educating students about trades in construction through the Career Construction Center. Supporting the future of the construction Industry is vital to us, and we are proud to contribute to this mission.
What do you enjoy outside of work?
Lydia: My fiancée and I are avid outdoor enthusiasts. We enjoy hunting in the fall and winter, and we spend our summers on the lake with family and friends. We also love to play golf whenever we have the chance.