Leading Executives in Roofing Contractors

Dave Reginelli

Chief Executive Officer, Tecta America

CEO who has overseen rapid organic growth and M&A across 95+ locations; recognized for promoting Kevin Palmer to the newly created President role in 2024 to strengthen national operations.

Kevin Palmer

President, Tecta America

Veteran operator elevated to President on March 18, 2024 after leading one of Tecta’s largest operating units, tasked with supporting continued nationwide expansion.

Timothy M. Dunlap

President & CEO, CentiMark Corporation

Second‑generation leader who has served as President & CEO since 2003; guided CentiMark to become North America’s first roofing/flooring contractor to surpass $1B in annual sales (2021–22).

Doug Flynn

President & CEO, Flynn Group of Companies

Long‑time field‑to‑C‑suite executive who scaled Flynn into North America’s leading total building‑envelope contractor with 35+ locations and multi‑hundred‑million revenues.

Mark Lee

Chief Executive Officer & Chairman, Baker Roofing Company

Third‑generation steward now serving as CEO and Chairman; helped lead the 110‑year‑old firm’s 2025 transition to 100% employee ownership (ESOP).

Robert “Robby” Speights

Chief Executive Officer, Nations Roof

Appointed CEO effective August 18, 2025, bringing 35 years of field‑services leadership to drive the next phase of national growth while former CEO Jake Hyatt transitions to COO.

Rich Nugent

Chairman of the Board, Nations Roof

Founder who became Chairman in 2023; past NRCA president (2014–2015) and ongoing industry statesman recognized for elevating professionalism and safety.

Rob Kornahrens

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Advanced Roofing, Inc. (FL)

Founder & CEO who built one of Florida’s largest commercial roofing and solar contractors since 1983; noted for strategic acquisitions and community philanthropy.

Steve Little

President (“Head Coach”), KPost Roofing & Waterproofing (Dallas)

Industry advocate and “Head Coach” known for iconic stadium projects (e.g., AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field) and for co‑founding the National Roofing Partners network.

Curtis Sutton

President, Rackley Roofing (TN)

Technology‑forward leader who scaled the company and champions workforce development; active in NRCA and RT3 initiatives.

Charles Antis

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Antis Roofing & Waterproofing (CA)

Founder/CEO and nationally known CSR champion; catalyzed industry philanthropy including Habitat for Humanity and NRCA/ Ronald McDonald House partnerships.

Brian Sullivan

Chief Executive Officer, Kelly Roofing Holdings (FL)

Named CEO by 2025 and leading the firm’s roll‑up strategy (e.g., Reliant Roofing, JJ Quality Builders, Integrity Roofing & Gutters) while sustaining Kelly’s solar innovations.

Doug Sutter

President, Sutter Roofing Company of Florida

Fourth‑generation roofer serving as President since 2009; grew Sutter into a statewide commercial leader with 300+ employees and multi‑office footprint.

Stephen Manser

President & Chief Executive Officer, Simon Roofing & Sheet Metal (OH)

Long‑tenured leader heading one of the nation’s largest service‑centric commercial roofers with in‑house manufacturing (SR Products) and nationwide service centers.

Gregg Wallick

President & Chief Executive Officer, Best Roofing (South Florida)

Second‑generation contractor and CEO credited with building one of Florida’s most respected commercial roofing brands and frequent industry educator.

Jim Hurley

President & Chief Executive Officer, Kalkreuth Roofing & Sheet Metal (WV)

Career company builder who advanced from EVP to President & CEO in 2018; continues to grow one of the nation’s top exterior systems contractors.

Dennis Conway

Principal & Vice President, Commercial Roofers, Inc. (Las Vegas)

Principal and VP honored with NRCA’s 2025 J.A. Piper Award; past NRCA chairman (2016) and key contributor to national training and certification programs.

Reed Gooding

President, GSM Roofing (PA/MD)

Third‑generation President steering a 75‑year‑old firm; elected 2024–25 Roofing Alliance president, underscoring industry leadership and philanthropy.

Chad Collins

President, The Bone Dry Roofing Company (an RCA company)

President of Bone Dry Roofing and 2025–26 NRCA chairman‑elect, representing the next generation of national industry leadership.

Ronnie McGlothlin

Founder & Owner (Co‑founder) , Empire Roofing (Fort Worth)

Founder who grew Empire from a small shop (1982) into a multi‑location commercial powerhouse; honored with MRCA’s prestigious James Q. McCawley Award.