MEET THE TEAM

WHAT DID YOU DO BEFORE BECOMING PRESIDENT?

As the founder’s son, I started working at Randal in high school. Between my senior year and my four years at Elmhurst College, I worked in all production departments of our shop, in addition to dabbling in the car detailing industry. After college, I joined Randal full-time, doing ACAD design for a year and then becoming shop foreman. In 1990, when Phil passed away, I took over his role as head salesman and president.

WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

Working with our team to develop strategies that will elevate our customers to next level, and watching each member of the team grow and take on more responsibility. I also enjoy constantly looking for ways to improve our manufacturing through technology and the latest machinery.

WHERE CAN YOU BE FOUND WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING?

Skiing, playing hockey, snowmobiling, hunting or spending time with family and friends.

WHAT’S SOMETHING PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?

I am a softy at heart.

WHAT DID YOU DO BEFORE BECOMING SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT?

Before joining Randal, my father’s business, I was a strategic marketing analyst at Deltak. I came on board at Randal as IT Director, implementing computerized solutions to make our shop management, estimating and accounting more efficient. I then became the VP of Sales & Marketing, transitioning the company from a magazine display provider to a retail fixture manufacturer. I’ve been Senior Vice President since 2006.

WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

What I enjoy most is strengthening and evolving the Randal brand. I find great joy in watching our employees, processes and products improve and grow. Randal offers me a unique opportunity to lead an amazing group of people who we consider to be part of our family.

WHERE CAN YOU BE FOUND WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING?

Reading books!

WHAT’S SOMETHING PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?

WHAT DID YOU DO BEFORE BECOMING VP OF SALES AND MARKETING?

Prior to joining Randal 17 years ago, I spent 10 years in the printing industry.

WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

I enjoy working with our customers to help them solve their problems – we truly position ourselves as part of their team. At Randal, we are all family. We laugh, argue and yell just like every other family, but we all care about each other and at the end of the day, we are all pulling on the same end of the rope.

WHAT’S SOMETHING PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?

I have three grandchildren and one tattoo.

WHAT RETAILERS DO YOU FREQUENT THE MOST?

Stores where I find the design inspiring: Frye, Apple, Ralph Lauren, Anthropologie, The Art of Shaving, Big Star, Little Goat Diner.

WHAT DID YOU DO BEFORE BECOMING DIRECTOR OF RETAIL & RESTAURANT SALES?

I have been in the millwork industry for over 30 years. I learned the business from working on the shop floor to project management to national sales.

WHAT’S THE BEST PART OF YOUR JOB?

Developing and maintaining long term relationships with customers. It is very gratifying to work with clients and see their vision through the process. Just as I am part of the Randal Team, I want to be part of the customers’ team as well. Taking care of customers’ needs and pain points is what Randal Retail Group has done for over 37 years.

WHERE CAN YOU BE FOUND WHEN YOU’RE NOT WORKING?

Working out, golfing, going on long walks with the dog (Stella) and spending time in Bonita Springs, FL.

WHAT’S SOMETHING PEOPLE WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?