
About Us
Vantage Lumber is a trader-led firm built by professionals with nearly two decades at the top of the lumber trading industry. With deep expertise in both physical supply and futures markets, we approach every trade with structure, strategy, and disciplined execution.
We were founded to meet a growing demand in the market: a partner focused on transparency, reliability, and risk-managed procurement. Whether you’re managing day-to-day supply or securing forward pricing for future jobs, we bring the tools and experience to help you operate with confidence.
TEAM
Meet The Team

David Topps
Managing Director
David Topps
With nearly 15 years of experience and a track record as a top-tier producer at Vancouver's two largest trading firms, David has navigated every cycle of the lumber market. However, he consistently recognized a critical inefficiency in the industry: the technological gap between mill production and customer demand.
David founded Vantage Lumber to close that gap. He is spearheading the development of proprietary trading software designed to synchronize supply chain data, increasing liquidity for mills and procurement efficiency for buyers. Leveraging this technology alongside proven hedging methods, David brings structure, transparency, and effective risk management to the modern lumber trade.

Kerri Vyner
Financial Controller
Kerri Vyner
Kerri Vyner has worked in the lumber industry for more than 20 years, specializing in cedar and cross-border transactions. With a family background deeply rooted in lumber, she brings a wealth of practical knowledge and steady experience to every part of the business. Known for keeping operations running smoothly, Kerri is a reliable and trusted presence in the industry.

Sam Hammer
Head of Logistics
Sam Hammer
With nearly 15 years of experience in procurement and offshore shipping of precious metals, Sam brings a deep understanding of complex global supply chains. After building his career in operations, he recently transitioned into logistics, driven by a constant desire to take on new challenges and deliver value across the organization.

Warren Reece Sr.
Head of SYP
Warren Reece Sr.
Warren's career spans nearly a decade with Vancouver's leading firms, where he built expertise in the Southern Yellow Pine market. His college football background instilled the work ethic and resilience that now guide his approach to trading and client relationships across the South. Away from work, Warren enjoys life with his wife Cerise and their two young children.

Vihor Stevic
Head of DF
Vihor Stevic
With over a decade spent trading lumber across multiple regions and species, Vihor has seen it all. His experience working for primary producers, trading in the secondary marketplace and knowledge of various end-user industries gives him an unmatched insight into the lumber industry, from round log to fully-framed residential projects. A self-professed lover of analysis, Vihor brings his expertise in futures and risk management to deliver value throughout the distribution chain. Vihor is a Bosnian-born Vancouverite who spends the majority of his time enjoying the outdoors with his wife Jen.

Valeria Herrera
Executive Assistant
Valeria Herrera
Valeria is an experienced Executive Assistant, known for her organizational excellence and proactive support. She specializes in streamlining operations, managing executive priorities, and fostering strong professional relationships. With a keen eye for detail and adaptability in fast-paced environments, she ensures efficiency and professionalism at every level.

Ben Cummings
Trader Trainee
Ben Cummings
Ben brings a competitive mindset to the Vantage team. A Bachelor of Commerce graduate from the Sauder School of Business at UBC, he is a former Canada West All-Star Running Back and a member of the 2015 National Championship team. Ben applies that same level of discipline and drive to his role at Vantage, focusing on building strong client relationships and delivering reliable execution.

Josh Sangha
Trader Trainee
Josh Sangha
Josh possesses a strategic drive and a disciplined approach. He leverages his background as a UBC economics graduate and a National Champion varsity football player to excel at the Vantage team. Drawing on experience from RBC and Trez Capital, he specializes in capital deployment strategies, focused on building strong client relationships and delivering reliable execution and results.
