Why Oak Forest Logistics & Supply is embracing a name that finally reflects the work behind MAREK’s success.
For 65 years, one team has quietly helped keep MAREK projects moving.
Established at the end of 1961, Oak Forest has been a trusted partner in supplying the materials that make construction possible. Today, Oak Forest Logistics & Supply (OFLS) supports MBC’s single-family and multi-family operations, as well as MBS Houston’s commercial projects, ensuring crews have the materials they need to stay productive and projects remain on schedule.
On an average month, the team ships more than 2.5 million square feet of wallboard and over 500,000 pounds of steel, providing reliable, efficient logistics that support projects across the Houston market.
If you’ve worked on a MAREK project in Houston, chances are Oak Forest played a role in its success.
A Name That No Longer Fit
For decades, the business operated as Oak Forest Lumber & Supply.
There was just one problem.
They’ve never sold lumber.
As the company evolved, so did its responsibilities. Today, the team specializes in sourcing, purchasing, receiving, storing, and delivering drywall, steel, insulation, and specialty building materials. The work changed, but the name never did.
That’s why Oak Forest Lumber & Supply is now Oak Forest Logistics & Supply.
The new name preserves the familiar OFLS initials while better representing the expertise, services, and people behind the business.
More Than a Name Change
This isn’t simply a new logo or updated signage.
It’s an opportunity to clearly communicate who OFLS is and the value the team brings to every project.
The previous name often created confusion. Vendors unfamiliar with the company sometimes assumed Oak Forest was a contractor rather than a dedicated material supplier. Others expected a lumber yard instead of a logistics operation supporting one of the region’s leading interior specialty contractors.
The new name tells a clearer story from the very first introduction.
It reflects a business built around logistics, supply chain management, and dependable service.
The Supply Chain Behind the Jobsite
Construction doesn’t begin when crews arrive on site.
It begins with planning, purchasing, coordination, and delivery.
Every load of drywall, every bundle of steel, and every specialty material must arrive at the right place, at the right time, in the right quantities. That level of coordination takes an experienced team working behind the scenes long before installation begins.
That’s what OFLS does every day.
By managing procurement, inventory, warehousing, and delivery, the team helps ensure MAREK’s Houston operations have the materials they need to build safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
While their work often happens behind the scenes, its impact can be seen on every project they support.
Investing in Team Identity
The rebrand is also about the people.
As Oak Forest has continued to grow, leadership recognized an opportunity to strengthen the team’s identity while honoring its connection to MAREK.
The new brand gives employees an identity that reflects their unique contribution while remaining part of the MAREK family. Updated signage, apparel, and branded materials will help reinforce the pride employees already have in the work they do every day.
It’s a meaningful step toward recognizing the essential role the OFLS team plays in supporting customers, vendors, and MAREK operations across Houston.
Honoring the Past While Looking Ahead
While the name is changing, the commitment remains the same.
The OFLS initials remain as a tribute to more than six decades of service, and the values that have guided the organization since 1961 continue to shape its future.
Oak Forest Logistics & Supply represents the next chapter in a 65-year legacy—one built on dependable service, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to helping every project succeed.
The name has changed.
The mission hasn’t.
Welcome to Oak Forest Logistics & Supply.
