S-5! Has promoted Shawn Haddock, its first-ever worker, to vice chairman of operations.
In his new position, Shawn is chargeable for growing and coaching discipline utility engineers who present hands-on help to installers worldwide. Now based mostly in Texas, residence to S-5!’s manufacturing facility, he oversees high quality and security on the plant, manages the achievement division, and leads the IT division.
He joined S-5! in 2001 alongside his father, Rob Haddock, the corporate’s CEO and founder. Shawn started his profession in advertising and marketing, taking over a various vary of obligations—from answering telephones and attending commerce reveals to dealing with promoting, creating art work, getting into orders, and coordinating manufacturing schedules earlier than sending them to the plant.
As S-5! expanded, Haddock devoted himself full-time to the corporate, immersing himself in each facet of the enterprise—from R&D and gross sales to IT and customer support. He enhanced his technical expertise by taking laptop lessons in varied software program applications. He developed in-house software program to streamline operations and led initiatives to construct and later revamp the corporate’s web site.
Whereas transitioning into an operations position, he oversaw IT, buyer product help, and inside product coaching. He labored instantly with contractors and launched S-5!’s program for discipline utility engineers, making certain prospects acquired hands-on coaching for correct product set up whereas actively looking for methods to enhance the choices.
To foster collaboration between the company workplace in Colorado Springs and the Texas plant, Haddock started touring between the 2 places, gaining useful insights into plant operations. In 2023, he completely moved to Texas to additional strengthen these connections.
He’s actively engaged with business associations, together with the Metallic Building Affiliation (MCA), the Metallic Constructing Producers Affiliation (MBMA), and the Metallic Constructing Contractors and Erectors Affiliation (MBCEA), contributing to subcommittees and taking part in academic coaching. At present, he serves on the MBMA Security Committee. In 2017, he was honored with the MCA Younger Movers & Shakers Award.
“Probably the most rewarding facet of my job is seeing how our crew has grown this firm to help so many households via employment and business progress,” says Shawn. “Being a part of a enterprise that helps folks succeed and supplies a secure livelihood is extremely fulfilling. Understanding that our firm is a spot the place they’ll come to work and put meals on their tables is the best reward of all. I’m enthusiastic about our continued progress and hope that my kids will at some point step into our roles and stick with it the household legacy.”
