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There are many things that I've learned from both Mike and behind the desk or on a job site, I am very intentional about
Tom, but that is the number one takeaway for me – ensuring my time with my kids, my wife, and my extended family.
that we always keep people at the forefront of our business. And I enjoy every minute of it! Being present is important
as time moves quickly, and you can't get that time back.
How have you and Mike worked
together on your succession What do you enjoy doing
for a smooth transition? in your spare time?
Mike and I have been working on this transition for I love spending time with family and friends. I like to be near
almost two years now, and it started with communication, water, whether it's the lake or the beach. My whole family,
openness, trust, and a lot of shadowing. we're water people; it's therapeutic. I also like to travel. My
wife exposed me to travel as she had grown up traveling
Over the past two years, Mike has brought me into strategy, with her family, driving across the country, exploring parks,
vision, and business planning decisions. He valued my beaches, and things like that. So, I credit her with really
feedback in those processes. Even after Mike retires later this turning me on to the joy of travel, and I can't get enough of it!
year, I'll lean on Mike for guidance, mentoring, and time.
Being on an island in the Caribbean, traveling internationally,
Can you dive a little more or experiencing other parts of the US is so exciting. We
into your background? love exploring other parts of the world, understanding
different cultures, and meeting different people. Those
I was born in Essex, Vermont. I had a great childhood are the things that I enjoy the most. But no matter what
and come from a family of electricians. As a young kid, I I do, it needs to be around my friends and family.
was introduced to the business by sorting material in the
warehouse for my grandfather. I spent a lot of time outdoors, What's your favorite music?
hunting, fishing, and hiking. I used to enjoy the snow back
then, but now I'm not interested in shoveling anymore! I'm a classic rock guy! I love Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Van
Halen, and that whole era. I can't get enough of it.
I had a great upbringing, and I was very fortunate to take
advantage of the opportunities presented to me. I left Will you admit to being a "Parrot Head?"
Vermont when I was 24 years old and moved to Virginia. I
took an opportunity with my father's company, and after we I admit that I have spent too many hours attending Jimmy
finished a project, I decided to stay. There were opportunities Buffett concerts over the years. I AM a Parrot Head...Fins Up!
in Virginia that I would never have had back in Vermont.
What else would you like people
I decided to leave the family business and go out to know about you?
on my own at 27 years old. I would have been very
happy staying in the business, but I felt there were There is one thing. I enjoy meeting new people, so if
more opportunities around what I enjoyed doing. you see me on a job site or at one of our offices, please
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come up and introduce yourself and say hello.
I've always had strong values. Family comes first and always
will. I pride myself on never missing a dance recital, a dance
competition, or big event in my family's lives. I never let my
work get in the way of my family priorities. When I'm not

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