Short & Paulk Supply Company recently promoted Chris Graddy to branch manager of its Tifton store. 

Graddy has been a part of the Short & Paulk team for 10 years. Recently, he's been assistant manager of the Tifton store, and nine years prior, conducted inside sales for the company's Sylvester store. 

"Chris has been an invaluable part of the Short & Paulk team. We look forward to watching him grow and succeed in this new position," replied Chuck Mailloux, chief operations officer.

Originally from Shingler, Ga., Graddy is celebrating his promotion with his wife, Amy, his 14-month-old daughter, Marlie, and his second child, due in September.

In existence since 1941, Short & Paulk Supply Company provides lumber, hardware and building materials for residential and commercial construction projects throughout South Georgia. Locations include Albany, Dawson, Sylvester and Tifton. For more information, visit www.shortpaulk.com.