Jed Owen joins BlueLinx as General Manager

In partnership with BlueLinx, The Grant Partners announces Jed Owen’s new role as General Manager overseeing their operations in Wausau, Wisconsin. Leading the Wausau location, Jed is responsible for managing multi-million-dollar P&Ls and driving process enhancements, all aimed at facilitating substantial business growth within the market.

Jed brings a strong track record of success as a high-achieving business leader and a catalyst for change. He possesses a unique ability to analyze existing business and sales operations, pinpoint areas for improvement, and realign staff to focus on priorities. Throughout his career, Jed has demonstrated a consistent track record of implementing technological and operational improvements to optimize productivity and profitability.

At BlueLinx, delivering success is what their business is all about. As the leading building products distribution company in the industry, BlueLinx provides the building blocks for residential and commercial construction, remodeling and repair, manufacturing, manufactured and modular housing, and homeowner projects.
Look to BlueLinx for quality products, reliable distribution, knowledgeable people and innovative ideas. BlueLinx has the organization and systems to help its customers accomplish their goals, and we invite you to discover how much they can deliver.

Steve Holley selected to join Hyperion, as Vice President, Operations Systems & Components

Holley, an accomplished and innovative leader with extensive experience leading multi-site manufacturing plants, has joined the Hyperion team. He brings experience as a strategist, skilled in transforming strategic plans into practical solutions that not only meet but exceed operational goals. Holley specializes in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and risk management.

In his role as Vice President of Operations Systems & Components, Steve will optimize Hyperion’s operational activities, enhancing efficiency and ensuring profitability for the organization. He will collaborate closely with the executive leadership team and cross-functional units to develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company goals, ultimately driving excellence and innovation.

Hyperion Solutions connects trusted and respected brands to create premier integrated providers of systems and components, digital solutions, and technical services for the vertical transportation industry.

A technology driven elevator solution provider, Hyperion Solutions is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Innovative offerings include elevator field technology from FieldX, New Elevator System Designs, Customized Modernization Solutions, and Integrated Elevator Components and Sub-Systems.

North Georgia Brick adds Doug Holmberg as Director, Commercial Sales

As the Director, Commercial Sales at North Georgia Brick, Doug will shape the strategic direction and introduce innovative approaches to fuel growth within the commercial business segment while providing leadership to the sales team in achieving company objectives. A former leader at Oldcastle Infrastructure, Doug held the pivotal role of overseeing all operational functions in Georgia. His tenure was marked by the successful development and implementation of strategic initiatives that consistently surpassed both financial and non-financial objectives. Doug brings a wealth of executive experience to the table, underscored by his exceptional ability to foster relationships, both internally and externally, driving profitability in dynamic industries. His skill set extends to team building, coaching, mentoring, and strategic leadership, consistently producing top-performing teams.

For over 40 years, North Georgia Brick has partnered with top brick manufacturers to provide beautiful, high-quality bricks, pavers, and stone veneer to builders, contractors, and masons throughout the Southeast.

They proudly offer one of the most diverse selections of bricks in the nation and provides customers with cutting-edge service built on proprietary distribution technology.

David Guinotte joins Newton Crouch as Vice President, Sales

In his capacity as Vice President of Sales, David will lead Newton Crouch’s sales strategy aimed at expanding the business across the Americas and nurturing relationships within both the direct-to-consumer and dealer sales networks. David possesses a strong sales background, marked by his pivotal role in expanding Trimble Agriculture Division’s presence in the Western U.S. and Rockies through the development of dealer and sub-dealer distribution networks, driving substantial revenue growth in precision agriculture technology. Additionally, he has led teams in Latin America & the Caribbean, Western North America, and the U.S. North Central Region.

Newton Crouch Co., LLC has served the agricultural industry since 1940 as a spreading and spraying equipment innovator. Newton Crouch equipment is used throughout the United States and the world. Service, dependability, and quality construction are their priority.

Souli Intounas

The Grant Partners is excited to share LiftNet’s addition of Souli Intounas to their team, as Operations Leader. Souli will lead operations for the organization that installs and supports the LiftNet Elevator Management System.  He brings over 15 years’ experience as an operations leader, mostly recently working with Fagor Automation, one the world leaders in the machine-tool sector.

Hyperion Solutions connects trusted and respected brands to create the premier integrated provider of Systems & Components, Digital Solutions, and Technical Services for the Vertical Transportation industry. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, the Hyperion family of brands includes Capital Electric Motor, Elevator Equipment Company (EECO), EMI Porta, Integrated Display Systems (LiftNet), McIntosh Industries, Standard Elevator Systems (Torin Drive North America), Texacone, Titan Machine, Vator Accessories, and ZZIPCO. Hyperion has manufacturing and distribution facilities in California, Illinois, Indiana, New Jersey, New York, Tennessee, and Texas. For more information, visit www.hyperion-solutions.com

Allie Carlson

Congratulations to Alli Carlson on her new role as Director of E-Commerce Analytics & Optimization with Unclaimed Baggage. Alli is a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a strong track record of contributing to the operational excellence of organizations such as Hodinkee and Eileen Fisher. She is known for leading multi-member teams and building product portfolios resulting in significant corporate growth.

Unclaimed Baggage is the only store in America that buys and sells lost luggage from airlines. They’re one of Alabama’s top shopping and tourist attractions, hosting nearly a million visitors each year. Unclaimed Baggage has thousands of items arriving in their store every day, you never know what you’ll find!

Congratulations to Alli and Unclaimed Baggage! We wish you continued success!

Jenae Jenkins

With over a decade of experience in sports business and nonprofit oversight, Jenae brings his dynamic and people-focused leadership to his new role with First Tee Metro Atlanta. Jenkins has been working with First Tee Metro Atlanta for over 10 years as their Director of Programming, leading and motivating teams and spearheading strategic corporate initiatives. Now assuming the role of Executive Director, Jenae’s steadfast commitment to the chapter’s mission invigorates its trajectory, steering First Tee Metro Atlanta toward its vision of attaining recognition as the preeminent youth development organization not only in metro-Atlanta but also beyond. His dedication will undoubtedly elevate the organization to new heights, continuing to leave a lasting impact on the lives of both teens and the communities it serves.

First Tee – Metro Atlanta is a youth development organization. Its mission is to positively impact the lives of Atlanta’s young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. The First Tee is an international youth development organization introducing the game of golf and its inherent values to young people. Through after school and in school programs, they help shape the lives of young people from all walks of life by reinforcing values like integrity, respect, and perseverance through the game of golf. And it’s making a difference.

Rajeev Kapur

Congratulations to Rajeev Kapur on his appointment as Chief Information Officer and member of the executive leadership team at Mativ, from all of us at The Grant Partners.

Kapur is a pioneer in leading analytical technologies, previously serving as Mativ’s interim CIO and VP of Digital & Business Transformation. He brings over 20 years of strategic leadership in analytical technologies, including big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence, having held multiple leadership roles at Kimberly-Clark, Under Armor, Newell Brands, Nike, Inc., and Lucent Technologies.

Here’s to celebrating your accomplishments and embracing the exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Cheering you on!

Andrew Elkind

In partnership with B&D Industrial, The Grant Partners announces Andrew Eklind as its new marketing leader.

Andrew is a proficient marketing leader with a fervor for steering brands, products, and services towards new horizons. He brings a comprehensive background in strategizing, implementing, and executing marketing plans with a tech-driven approach to attract and engage both existing and new clientele. Known for leadership, creativity, and a positive attitude, Andrew possesses the acumen to infuse innovation into B&D’s marketing strategies.

B&D Industrial currently operates over 30 facilities across the United States. They offer a wide range of services and product lines for industrial, commercial, and utility customers. Still a family-owned business, the company remains a stalwart of traditional values, indomitable work ethic and is a leading industrial solutions provider with a growing corporate footprint.

Sam Livers

The Grant Partners collaborates with gusto!, the rapidly growing Atlanta-based restaurant chain, to expand their leadership team, appointing Sam Livers as Controller.

With almost 20 years of financial leadership experience in the restaurant industry, Sam has a comprehensive background in financial management, reporting and analysis across multi-brand restaurants, most recently with Huddle House. Sam brings a strong skillset in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

We extend our congratulations to Sam and the entire gusto! team on this exciting appointment. Best wishes for continued success from The Grant Partners!