Roofing Sales Team
MICHAEL TROTTER
President
With almost 25 years in the Colorado commercial roofing industry, Trotter has the responsibility of overseeing operations and sales for Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC. As an active estimator and project manager, he has a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry in new construction, re-roofing, and in the service department. He is driven by the fact that over 70% of the company’s customers are repeat or referral. Trotter has served on the Boards of Western States Contractors Association, Colorado Roofing Association, and United Way of Weld County. He has strong business development skills having completed management and business training through the Kellogg School of Management in Chicago, Illinois and having earned a degree in Business from the University of Northern Colorado.
KENT NELSON
Vice President
Kent is Vice President of Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC and has over 30 years of experience in the roofing industry. He holds a B.S. Degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University. Kent’s background includes estimating, project management and design services for many new construction projects throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Kent specializes in commercial new construction projects including built up and single ply roofing systems. Kent is an avid supporter of Colorado State University Athletics, and in his free time, he enjoys spending time with his two sons, golfing, hunting and skiing.
GREG FARRIS
Project Manager/Estimator/Owner
Greg has over 20 years of experience in the commercial roofing industry in Florida and Colorado. He holds a B.S. Degree in Construction Engineering from Texas Tech University and graduated from the NRCA FEI program at Kellogg School of Business. Greg’s expertise is in the estimating, designing, and installation of all major roof systems as well as in the quality control of projects.
Greg enjoys spending quality time with his wife, son and daughter. He also enjoys participating in both indoor and outdoor sports, and being involved in his children’s extracurricular activities.
RYAN LAUER
Project Manager/Estimator
Ryan has over 16 years of experience in the commercial construction industry, 8 years in commercial roofing, and holds a B.S. Degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University. Ryan brings to us great skills learned while working as a general contractor on projects of varying sizes. He is OSHA 30-hour certified and has made safety a way of life. Ryan enjoys spending quality time with his wife, son and two daughters. He also enjoys participating in both indoor and outdoor sports, coaching and being involved in his children’s extracurricular activities, and living life to its fullest potential.
SEAN BECKHAM
Project Manager/Estimator
Sean has worked in the roofing industry for 7 years. Sean has a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Northern Colorado and has also completed NRCA’s Future Executives Institute (FEI). Sean’s primary focus is in Commercial Roofing Systems. Some notable projects Sean helped manage have been: Thomas Jefferson High School Reroof – Summer 2014 (Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association Job of the Year 2015), Safeway Freezer Reroof – Fall 2014, Ray E. Kilmer Elementary School Reroof – Summer 2013, Denver Center for International Studies Reroof – Summer 2012, Colorado School of Mines Coolbaugh Hall Reroof – Summer 2012, Auraria Higher Education Library Reroof – Summer 2016, Birch Elementary School Reroof – Summer 2016 and Scottish Rite Consistory Reroof – Fall 2016. Sean was also involved in the 2016 Showdown in Denver which ended in helping defeat of a proposed amendment to require white roofs in the City of Denver (http://www.professionalroofing.net/Articles/Showdown-in-Denver–07-01-2016/3859). In his spare time, Sean enjoys many outdoor sports such as golfing, snowboarding, hiking, and camping with his wife Abby, his daughter Lennox, and his dog Jaxie.
CHARLES TROTTER
Project Manager/Estimator
Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC welcomes Charles Trotter as our newest Project Manager/Estimator. Charles started working in the roofing industry when he was 16 and has previously worked within the company on a roofing crew, in the service department, and as a warehouse delivery driver. Charles is a Greeley native and has a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Alabama. In his spare time he enjoys golfing, attending sports events and concerts, and cheering on the Crimson Tide.
Roofing Operations
ANDY CASAREZ
Superintendent
Andy Casarez is Superintendent at Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC. Andy brings over 30 years of roofing experience including 10 years experience as a superintendent. He worked as a foreman in the field for over 20 years pushing crews. Andy is 30-hour OSHA trained as well as being an authorized CERTA Trainer. Andy works onsite with general contractors on every job from start to finish and oversees all phases of each project utilizing his experience with quality control and safety. Andy is a Vietnam War veteran. He enjoys fishing, camping, music, and spending time with his grandchildren.
JAMES SANDOVAL
Service Manager
James Sandoval is the Service Manager at Front Range Roofing Systems. He is a 2nd generation roofer with over 18 years experience in commercial and residential roofing. James brings the highest quality of professionalism to the customer experience at Front Range Roofing Systems. He is OSHA 10-hour certified, certified in aerial platforms, and self-propelled scissor lift. His responsibilities include service department management, daily operations, estimating, and customer communications. James enjoys outdoor life, fishing, camping, hunting, skiing, and spending time with his wife and three children.
RYLAND SMITH
Field Project Coordinator
Ryland works as the Roofing Project Coordinator. He handles the scheduling of material and equipment to the job site and coordinates the warehouse inventory. Ryland has been in the construction industry for 5 years in various trade capacities. Over Ryland’s few years at Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC, he has moved quickly up the ladder and is eager for new challenges. In his time off he enjoys hunting, fishing, camping and playing all types of sports.
HUNTER BANCROFT
Roofing Shop Supervisor
Hunter, a Greeley native, serves as the Shop Supervisor for Front Range Roofing. At only 21, he brings five years of construction experience to the company. He oversees the transportation of materials and supplies to service our crews in the field as well as specializes in maintenance and repair for all building, fleet, and shop equipment. Hunter spends his spare time hiking, hanging with friends, and working on home projects.
Sheet Metal Team
NICK COUFAL
Sheet Metal Project Manager/Estimator
As Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC expands into architectural sheet metal, Nick Coufal brings a new area of expertise to the team. A lifelong Colorado resident and graduate of Colorado State University, Nick started working in the roofing industry on BUR roofs during college summers. Nick’s background is in both architectural sheet metal estimating and project management. He specializes in exterior wall systems, single skin metal roofing, wall and soffit panels, as well as aluminum composite panels. In his free time, Nick enjoys being with his family, golfing and supporting Colorado sports teams.
MATTHEW SMITH
Sheet Metal Project Manager/Estimator
Matt joins our architectural sheet metal crew with three years of experience in the industry, experience in the field, as well as project management. He also holds OSHA 30 Certification. Matt spends his free time enjoying the outdoors, playing guitar, and hockey.
JOE RIVERS
Sheet Metal Shop Supervisor
Joe brings over 35 years of experience to Front Range Roofing. As the Sheet Metal Shop Supervisor, he directs the fabrication and fulfillment of all needed Sheet Metal for projects in the field. Daily operations for Joe include overseeing 3 employees, project completion, inventory, and delegation of duties. When he’s not bringing a smile to everyone’s face, he’s enjoying the outdoors and spending time with family.
Sheet Metal Operations Team
KANDRA VILLANI
Senior Project Controller & Human Resources
Kandra Villani came to Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC in October of 2002 with a construction background that included working for a supplier, then a General Contractor. She operates as the company’s Senior Project Controller and head of Human Resources. A jack of all trades, she has worked in a variety of other roles throughout her time at Front Range Roofing including general accounting, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable. She lives in Frederick, CO with her husband, Tony, and son Joseph. Her daughter Antonia is in Nebraska getting her nursing degree and is also a former employee of Front Range Roofing System, LLC. Her family loves following the sports the kids are involved including Baseball, softball, football and rodeo.
BRECKIN WHITLOCK
Office Administrator
Breckin serves as our Denver Office Administrator, a Greeley native and Denver resident. She has been with the team over a year and brings 5 years National Franchise Development and Business Management to the position. Breckin enjoys spending time with her fiance, Keith, and dog, Kota. They like to run, hike, camp, play soccer, and ski in their free time.
ALEXANDRA HOLLEN
Project Coordinator
Alex is a Florida native who graduated with degrees in Economics and Business from Florida State University. As the Project Coordinator for Front Range Roofing, she assists with the job process from start to finish and runs several behind-the-scenes operations. In her free time, she enjoys Colorado as much as she can by hiking, skiing, and camping with her friends.
MARIA GARCIA
Accounting and Payroll Specialist
Maria Garcia was born and raised in Greeley, CO. She is married and has two beautiful daughters, 6 and 2 years old. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Finance degree and currently serves Front Range Roofing as the Accounting and Payroll Specialist. During her short time at Front Range Roofing, she has been able to assist the company in finding efficiencies and develop process improvement projects in order to continue making the company successful. Previous to Front Range Roofing, Maria worked at BNP Paribas as an Assistant Vice President where she had the opportunity to help with the accounting functions of mutual funds, derivatives, and futures. Maria’s diverse background has allowed her to see the big picture but also has allowed her to focus on the business details that will help a company become more efficient. Maria loves the outdoors and staying active. She enjoys her time off with her family, traveling, hiking and exploring new places throughout Colorado.
LANETTE LIEUALLEN
Receptionist
A Colorado Native, Lanette brings a strong clerical and accounting background to Front Range Roofing Systems. Her title may say Receptionist, but she dabbles in many more areas of the company, assisting with the Service Department as well as Fleet and Employee Data Recording and Filing. She brings an array of background knowledge such as Nursing certifications and knowledge of heavy equipment from working in the Oil Industry. Lanette enjoys the mountain sunshine, fishing, and advocating for U.S. Veterans.